Companies in Wick

United Kingdom|43.5% formed since 2020|8% inactive|Data updated 6 Sept 2026
340
Active

340 active companies are registered in Wick with Companies House. Out of 407 companies ever registered here, 33 are no longer active — a 84% survival rate. Business formation remains steady, with 43.5% of current companies established since 2020. Over half (56%) 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 specialised construction activities n.e.c., with 15 companies. Companies here hold 17 government contracts worth £53.0M in total. The average company age is 10.5 years.

Source: Companies House register via UVAGATRON, September 2026

340
Active Companies
407
Total Registered
1954
Oldest Company
43.5%
Growth (2020s)

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

Incorporation by Decade
11%
34%
47%
Pre-1990: 18
1990s: 10
2000s: 46
2010s: 138
2020s: 189

Data Signals

Governance
1,0583 src
Financial
6677 src
Compliance
1828 src
Risk
1388 src
quality
362 src
Trade
281 src
growth
201 src
operational
151 src
innovation
112 src
ESG
92 src

Business Landscape

The average active company in Wick is 10.5 years old. There are 4 <Link href="/glossary/fca-financial-conduct-authority">FCA-regulated firms</Link> in the area. 6 registered charities operate locally.

10.5 yrs
Avg company age
4
FCA regulated
6
Charities

Company Size Breakdown

Small: 1 (20%)Medium: 2 (40%)Large: 2 (40%)

Government Investment

Companies in Wick have been awarded 17 government contracts with a combined value of £53.0M. See the Top Government Contractors report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in Wick?

There are 340 active companies registered in Wick, out of 407 total. 33 (8%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in Wick?

The top industries in Wick include Other specialised construction activities n.e.c. (15 companies), Other letting and operating of own or leased real estate (12 companies), Marine fishing (12 companies).

How fast is Wick growing as a business hub?

43.5% of currently active companies in Wick were incorporated since 2020, indicating strong recent growth.

What data signals are available for companies in Wick?

Our database contains 2,164 data signals across 10 categories for active companies in Wick. The largest category is Governance with 1,058 signals from 3 sources.

When was the first company registered in Wick?

The oldest company registration in Wick 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.