Companies in Magherafelt

United Kingdom|51.2% formed since 2020|8% inactive|Data updated 13 Sept 2026
1,366
Active

1,366 active companies are registered in Magherafelt with Companies House. Out of 1,566 companies ever registered here, 121 are no longer active — a 87% survival rate. The area has seen significant recent growth, with 51.2% 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 72 companies. Magherafelt is home to 34 FCA-regulated firms. Companies here hold 17 government contracts worth £88.7M in total. The average company age is 8.5 years. The earliest company registration in Magherafelt dates back to 1904.

Source: Companies House register via UVAGATRON, September 2026

1,366
Active Companies
1,566
Total Registered
1904
Oldest Company
51.2%
Growth (2020s)

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

Incorporation by Decade
9%
33%
53%
Pre-1990: 25
1990s: 46
2000s: 135
2010s: 512
2020s: 826

Data Signals

Governance
4,1563 src
Financial
2,5119 src
Compliance
6739 src
Risk
5917 src
quality
873 src
Trade
811 src
innovation
212 src
growth
192 src
ESG
54 src
operational
11 src

Business Landscape

The average active company in Magherafelt is 8.5 years old. There are 34 <Link href="/glossary/fca-financial-conduct-authority">FCA-regulated firms</Link> in the area. 5 registered charities operate locally.

8.5 yrs
Avg company age
34
FCA regulated
5
Charities

Company Size Breakdown

Small: 28 (64%)Medium: 4 (9%)Large: 12 (27%)

Government Investment

Companies in Magherafelt have been awarded 17 government contracts with a combined value of £88.7M. See the Top Government Contractors report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in Magherafelt?

There are 1,366 active companies registered in Magherafelt, out of 1,566 total. 121 (8%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in Magherafelt?

The top industries in Magherafelt include Activities of other holding companies n.e.c. (72 companies), Other letting and operating of own or leased real estate (66 companies), Development of building projects (49 companies).

How fast is Magherafelt growing as a business hub?

51.2% of currently active companies in Magherafelt were incorporated since 2020, indicating strong recent growth.

What data signals are available for companies in Magherafelt?

Our database contains 8,145 data signals across 10 categories for active companies in Magherafelt. The largest category is Governance with 4,156 signals from 3 sources.

When was the first company registered in Magherafelt?

The oldest company registration in Magherafelt dates back to 1904, spanning over 122 years of business history.

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