Companies in Farnworth

United Kingdom|79.2% formed since 2020|Data updated 17 Apr 2026
77
Active

77 active companies are registered in Farnworth with Companies House. Out of 86 companies ever registered here, 0 are no longer active — a 90% survival rate. The area has seen significant recent growth, with 79.2% of active businesses incorporated since 2020. Over half (83%) of active companies were formed since 2020, making this one of the UK's fastest-growing business locations. The most common industry sector is freight transport by road, with 11 companies. Companies here hold 14 government contracts worth £55.6M in total. The average company age is 5.4 years.

Source: Companies House register via UVAGATRON, April 2026

77
Active Companies
86
Total Registered
1964
Oldest Company
79.2%
Growth (2020s)

Farnworth is a growth hotspot — over half of its active companies were formed since 2020.

Incorporation by Decade
10%
74%
Pre-1990: 6
1990s: 3
2000s: 4
2010s: 9
2020s: 64

Data Signals

Governance
2303 src
Financial
1314 src
Compliance
404 src
Risk
254 src
growth
141 src
Trade
131 src
operational
41 src
quality
32 src

Business Landscape

The average active company in Farnworth is 5.4 years old. There are 1 <Link href="/glossary/fca-financial-conduct-authority">FCA-regulated firms</Link> in the area.

5.4 yrs
Avg company age
1
FCA regulated

Company Size Breakdown

Large: 1 (100%)

Government Investment

Companies in Farnworth have been awarded 14 government contracts with a combined value of £55.6M. See the Top Government Contractors report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in Farnworth?

There are 77 active companies registered in Farnworth, out of 86 total. 0 (0%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in Farnworth?

The top industries in Farnworth include Freight transport by road (11 companies), Other letting and operating of own or leased real estate (6 companies).

How fast is Farnworth growing as a business hub?

79.2% of currently active companies in Farnworth were incorporated since 2020, indicating strong recent growth.

What data signals are available for companies in Farnworth?

Our database contains 460 data signals across 8 categories for active companies in Farnworth. The largest category is Governance with 230 signals from 3 sources.

When was the first company registered in Farnworth?

The oldest company registration in Farnworth dates back to 1964, spanning over 62 years of business history.

Data is updated daily from official UK government sources including Companies House. Information is provided for reference only.