Companies in Stockton

United Kingdom|49.5% formed since 2020|9% inactive|Data updated 9 Sept 2026
101
Active

101 active companies are registered in Stockton with Companies House. Out of 136 companies ever registered here, 12 are no longer active — a 74% survival rate. Business formation remains steady, with 49.5% of current companies established since 2020. Over half (63%) 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 7 companies. Companies here hold 6 government contracts worth £0.7M in total. The average company age is 10.6 years.

Source: Companies House register via UVAGATRON, September 2026

101
Active Companies
136
Total Registered
1963
Oldest Company
49.5%
Growth (2020s)

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

Incorporation by Decade
15%
29%
47%
Pre-1990: 8
1990s: 4
2000s: 21
2010s: 39
2020s: 64

Data Signals

Governance
3355 src
Financial
2246 src
Compliance
696 src
Risk
627 src
quality
243 src
growth
72 src
Trade
41 src
operational
21 src

Business Landscape

The average active company in Stockton is 10.6 years old. There are 2 <Link href="/glossary/fca-financial-conduct-authority">FCA-regulated firms</Link> in the area. 1 registered charities operate locally.

10.6 yrs
Avg company age
2
FCA regulated
1
Charities

Government Investment

Companies in Stockton have been awarded 6 government contracts with a combined value of £0.7M. See the Top Government Contractors report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in Stockton?

There are 101 active companies registered in Stockton, out of 136 total. 12 (9%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in Stockton?

The top industries in Stockton include Activities of other holding companies n.e.c. (7 companies), Other letting and operating of own or leased real estate (6 companies).

How fast is Stockton growing as a business hub?

49.5% of currently active companies in Stockton were incorporated since 2020, indicating strong recent growth.

What data signals are available for companies in Stockton?

Our database contains 727 data signals across 8 categories for active companies in Stockton. The largest category is Governance with 335 signals from 5 sources.

When was the first company registered in Stockton?

The oldest company registration in Stockton dates back to 1963, spanning over 63 years of business history.

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