Companies in Keele

United Kingdom|56.9% formed since 2020|4% inactive|Data updated 11 Sept 2026
160
Active

160 active companies are registered in Keele with Companies House. Out of 171 companies ever registered here, 6 are no longer active — a 94% survival rate. The area has seen significant recent growth, with 56.9% of active businesses incorporated since 2020. Over half (60%) of active companies were formed since 2020, making this one of the UK's fastest-growing business locations. The most common industry sector is activities of other holding companies n.e.c., with 21 companies. Keele is home to 11 FCA-regulated firms. Companies here hold 11 government contracts worth £29.9M in total. The average company age is 6.5 years.

Source: Companies House register via UVAGATRON, September 2026

160
Active Companies
171
Total Registered
1992
Oldest Company
56.9%
Growth (2020s)

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

Incorporation by Decade
35%
56%
1990s: 3
2000s: 12
2010s: 59
2020s: 96

Data Signals

Governance
4833 src
Financial
3585 src
Compliance
1346 src
Risk
1105 src
quality
142 src
growth
111 src
Trade
101 src
ESG
22 src
innovation
11 src

Business Landscape

The average active company in Keele is 6.5 years old. There are 11 <Link href="/glossary/fca-financial-conduct-authority">FCA-regulated firms</Link> in the area.

6.5 yrs
Avg company age
11
FCA regulated

Government Investment

Companies in Keele have been awarded 11 government contracts with a combined value of £29.9M. See the Top Government Contractors report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in Keele?

There are 160 active companies registered in Keele, out of 171 total. 6 (4%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in Keele?

The top industries in Keele include Activities of other holding companies n.e.c. (21 companies), Other letting and operating of own or leased real estate (14 companies), Sale of used cars and light motor vehicles (11 companies).

How fast is Keele growing as a business hub?

56.9% of currently active companies in Keele were incorporated since 2020, indicating strong recent growth.

What data signals are available for companies in Keele?

Our database contains 1,123 data signals across 9 categories for active companies in Keele. The largest category is Governance with 483 signals from 3 sources.

When was the first company registered in Keele?

The oldest company registration in Keele dates back to 1992, spanning over 34 years of business history.

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