Companies in Penicuik

United Kingdom|57.9% formed since 2020|11% inactive|Data updated 12 Sept 2026
447
Active

447 active companies are registered in Penicuik with Companies House. Out of 541 companies ever registered here, 58 are no longer active — a 83% survival rate. The area has seen significant recent growth, with 57.9% of active businesses incorporated since 2020. Over half (72%) of active companies were formed since 2020, making this one of the UK's fastest-growing business locations. The most common industry sector is buying and selling of own real estate, with 18 companies. Companies here hold 20 government contracts worth £17.9M in total. The average company age is 7.5 years.

Source: Companies House register via UVAGATRON, September 2026

447
Active Companies
541
Total Registered
1986
Oldest Company
57.9%
Growth (2020s)

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

Incorporation by Decade
11%
25%
61%
Pre-1990: 6
1990s: 14
2000s: 56
2010s: 132
2020s: 324

Data Signals

Governance
1,3433 src
Financial
7535 src
Compliance
2097 src
Risk
1816 src
innovation
1172 src
Trade
351 src
growth
211 src
quality
192 src
ESG
93 src
operational
11 src
corporate_structure
11 src

Business Landscape

The average active company in Penicuik is 7.5 years old. There are 8 <Link href="/glossary/fca-financial-conduct-authority">FCA-regulated firms</Link> in the area. 1 registered charities operate locally.

7.5 yrs
Avg company age
8
FCA regulated
1
Charities

Company Size Breakdown

Small: 6 (60%)Large: 4 (40%)

Government Investment

Companies in Penicuik have been awarded 20 government contracts with a combined value of £17.9M. See the Top Government Contractors report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in Penicuik?

There are 447 active companies registered in Penicuik, out of 541 total. 58 (11%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in Penicuik?

The top industries in Penicuik include Buying and selling of own real estate (18 companies), Electrical installation (15 companies), Other letting and operating of own or leased real estate (15 companies).

How fast is Penicuik growing as a business hub?

57.9% of currently active companies in Penicuik were incorporated since 2020, indicating strong recent growth.

What data signals are available for companies in Penicuik?

Our database contains 2,689 data signals across 11 categories for active companies in Penicuik. The largest category is Governance with 1,343 signals from 3 sources.

When was the first company registered in Penicuik?

The oldest company registration in Penicuik dates back to 1986, spanning over 40 years of business history.

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