Companies in Ross Shire

United Kingdom|5.3% formed since 2020|6% inactive|Data updated 12 Sept 2026
132
Active

132 active companies are registered in Ross Shire with Companies House. Out of 144 companies ever registered here, 9 are no longer active — a 92% survival rate. The most common industry sector is other, with 34 companies. The average company age is 26.9 years, suggesting a mature business environment.

Source: Companies House register via UVAGATRON, September 2026

132
Active Companies
144
Total Registered
1954
Oldest Company
5.3%
Growth (2020s)

An established business centre with companies averaging 26.9 years of operation.

Incorporation by Decade
19%
14%
57%
Pre-1990: 27
1990s: 20
2000s: 82
2010s: 8
2020s: 7

Data Signals

Governance
3722 src
Financial
3427 src
Compliance
1018 src
Risk
765 src
Trade
241 src
quality
112 src
ESG
113 src
operational
71 src
growth
41 src

Business Landscape

The average active company in Ross Shire is 26.9 years old. There are 5 <Link href="/glossary/fca-financial-conduct-authority">FCA-regulated firms</Link> in the area. 2 registered charities operate locally.

26.9 yrs
Avg company age
5
FCA regulated
2
Charities

Company Size Breakdown

Small: 3 (60%)Medium: 2 (40%)

Government Investment

Companies in Ross Shire have been awarded 3 government contracts with a combined value of £146.0M. See the Top Government Contractors report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in Ross Shire?

There are 132 active companies registered in Ross Shire, out of 144 total. 9 (6%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in Ross Shire?

The top industries in Ross Shire include Other (34 companies), Other business support service activities n.e.c. (12 companies).

How fast is Ross Shire growing as a business hub?

5.3% of currently active companies in Ross Shire were incorporated since 2020, indicating steady recent growth.

What data signals are available for companies in Ross Shire?

Our database contains 948 data signals across 9 categories for active companies in Ross Shire. The largest category is Governance with 372 signals from 2 sources.

When was the first company registered in Ross Shire?

The oldest company registration in Ross Shire dates back to 1954, spanning over 72 years of business history.

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