Companies in Swansea

United Kingdom|54.7% formed since 2020|8% inactive|Data updated 6 Sept 2026
12,177
Active

12,177 active companies are based in Swansea according to Companies House records. Out of 15,638 companies ever registered here, 1,274 are no longer active — a 78% survival rate. The area has seen significant recent growth, with 54.7% of active businesses incorporated since 2020. Over half (68%) 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 925 companies. 69 medium and large companies operate here, indicating a significant commercial presence. Swansea is home to 317 FCA-regulated firms and 136 registered charities. Companies here hold 572 government contracts worth £3.3B in total. The average company age is 8.5 years. The earliest company registration in Swansea dates back to 1879.

Source: Companies House register via UVAGATRON, September 2026

12,177
Active Companies
15,638
Total Registered
1879
Oldest Company
54.7%
Growth (2020s)

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

Incorporation by Decade
10%
31%
53%
Pre-1990: 375
1990s: 394
2000s: 1,605
2010s: 4,837
2020s: 8,239

Top Industries

Other letting and operating of own or leased real estate925→Buying and selling of own real estate588→Management consultancy activities other than financial management374→Development of building projects322→Other business support service activities n.e.c.299→Retail sale via mail order houses or via Internet246→Activities of other holding companies n.e.c.239→Hairdressing and other beauty treatment227→Other service activities n.e.c.225→Dormant Company214→

Data Signals

Governance
37,3466 src
Financial
26,03711 src
Compliance
7,79318 src
Risk
6,16011 src
quality
1,4425 src
Trade
7582 src
growth
6082 src
innovation
2232 src
ESG
1756 src
operational
1531 src
corporate_structure
51 src
regulatory
31 src

Top Companies in Swansea

ANDREW SCOTT LTD.
Construction of other civil engineering projects n.e.c.Est. 194628 signals
FIRST CYMRU BUSES LIMITED
Other urban, suburban or metropolitan passenger land transport (not underground, metro or similar)Est. 191497 signals
CAR HIRE (DAY OF SWANSEA) LIMITED
Renting and leasing of cars and light motor vehiclesEst. 1956102 signals
FEI FOODS LIMITED
Manufacture of prepared meals and dishesEst. 201095 signals
COMMUNITY LIVES CONSORTIUM
Residential care activities for learning difficulties, mental health and substance abuseEst. 201539 signals
C.E.M. DAY LIMITED
Sale of new cars and light motor vehiclesEst. 192698 signals
SWANSEA CITY ASSOCIATION FOOTBALL CLUB LIMITED(THE)
Activities of sport clubsEst. 191248 signals
THE HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT TRUST
Hospital activitiesEst. 198537 signals
PRESS GLASS LIMITED
Shaping and processing of flat glassEst. 198829 signals
ROCHEFREIGHT UK LIMITED
Freight transport by roadEst. 195326 signals

Business Landscape

The average active company in Swansea is 8.5 years old. There are 317 <Link href="/glossary/fca-financial-conduct-authority">FCA-regulated firms</Link> in the area. 136 registered charities operate locally.

8.5 yrs
Avg company age
317
FCA regulated
136
Charities

Company Size Breakdown

Small: 91 (57%)Medium: 14 (9%)Large: 55 (34%)

Government Investment

Companies in Swansea have been awarded 572 government contracts with a combined value of £3321.7M. See the Top Government Contractors report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in Swansea?

There are 12,177 active companies registered in Swansea, out of 15,638 total. 1,274 (8%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in Swansea?

The top industries in Swansea include Other letting and operating of own or leased real estate (925 companies), Buying and selling of own real estate (588 companies), Management consultancy activities other than financial management (374 companies).

How fast is Swansea growing as a business hub?

54.7% of currently active companies in Swansea were incorporated since 2020, indicating strong recent growth.

What data signals are available for companies in Swansea?

Our database contains 80,703 data signals across 12 categories for active companies in Swansea. The largest category is Governance with 37,346 signals from 6 sources.

When was the first company registered in Swansea?

The oldest company registration in Swansea dates back to 1879, spanning over 147 years of business history.

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