Companies in Redditch

United Kingdom|49.8% formed since 2020|10% inactive|Data updated 19 Oct 2026
5,178
Active

5,178 active companies are based in Redditch according to Companies House records. Out of 6,187 companies ever registered here, 628 are no longer active — a 84% survival rate. Business formation remains steady, with 49.8% of current companies established since 2020. Over half (61%) of active companies were formed since 2020, making this one of the UK's fastest-growing business locations. The most common industry sector is other letting and operating of own or leased real estate, with 287 companies. 97 medium and large companies operate here, indicating a significant commercial presence. Redditch is home to 104 FCA-regulated firms and 31 registered charities. Companies here hold 235 government contracts worth £437.5M in total. The average company age is 10.1 years. The earliest company registration in Redditch dates back to 1903.

Source: Companies House register via UVAGATRON, October 2026

5,178
Active Companies
6,187
Total Registered
1903
Oldest Company
49.8%
Growth (2020s)

A diverse local economy with no single sector accounting for more than 15% of businesses.

Incorporation by Decade
12%
30%
52%
Pre-1990: 216
1990s: 202
2000s: 708
2010s: 1,843
2020s: 3,156

Top Industries

Other letting and operating of own or leased real estate287→Other business support service activities n.e.c.276→Buying and selling of own real estate210→Activities of other holding companies n.e.c.171→Management consultancy activities other than financial management157→Dormant Company138→Development of building projects129→Retail sale via mail order houses or via Internet101→Information technology consultancy activities93→Other service activities n.e.c.91→

Data Signals

Governance
21,6755 src
Financial
18,39710 src
Risk
3,1769 src
Compliance
2,28018 src
Trade
1,2002 src
quality
4865 src
growth
2632 src
ESG
2175 src
operational
1161 src
innovation
712 src
corporate_structure
241 src
regulatory
11 src

Top Companies in Redditch

HALFORDS LIMITED
Retail trade of motor vehicle parts and accessoriesEst. 1909158 signals
OAKLAND INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
Freight transport by roadEst. 199839 signals
BLUE EARTH FOODS LIMITED
Processing and preserving of fish, crustaceans and molluscsEst. 200889 signals
SWISSLOG (UK) LTD.
Other specialised construction activities n.e.c.Est. 199268 signals
LEXON (UK) LIMITED
Wholesale of pharmaceutical goodsEst. 199545 signals
GEMPORIA LIMITED
Other retail sale not in stores, stalls or marketsEst. 200741 signals
F.W. THORPE PUBLIC LIMITED COMPANY
Manufacture of electric lighting equipmentEst. 1936106 signals
ANTOLIN INTERIORS UK LIMITED
Manufacture of other parts and accessories for motor vehiclesEst. 1982100 signals
ARCUS FM LIMITED
Management of real estate on a fee or contract basisEst. 200893 signals
STEATITE LIMITED
Manufacture of computers and peripheral equipmentEst. 200237 signals

Business Landscape

The average active company in Redditch is 10.1 years old. There are 104 <Link href="/glossary/fca-financial-conduct-authority">FCA-regulated firms</Link> in the area. 31 registered charities operate locally.

10.1 yrs
Avg company age
104
FCA regulated
31
Charities

Company Size Breakdown

Small: 70 (42%)Medium: 7 (4%)Large: 90 (54%)

Government Investment

Companies in Redditch have been awarded 235 government contracts with a combined value of £437.5M. See the Top Government Contractors report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in Redditch?

There are 5,178 active companies registered in Redditch, out of 6,187 total. 628 (10%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in Redditch?

The top industries in Redditch include Other letting and operating of own or leased real estate (287 companies), Other business support service activities n.e.c. (276 companies), Buying and selling of own real estate (210 companies).

How fast is Redditch growing as a business hub?

49.8% of currently active companies in Redditch were incorporated since 2020, indicating strong recent growth.

What data signals are available for companies in Redditch?

Our database contains 47,906 data signals across 12 categories for active companies in Redditch. The largest category is Governance with 21,675 signals from 5 sources.

When was the first company registered in Redditch?

The oldest company registration in Redditch dates back to 1903, spanning over 123 years of business history.

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