London dwarfs Glasgow in scale with 1,032,530 active companies versus 67,891 — a 15.2x difference. Despite the size gap, both cities play distinct roles in the UK economy. Glasgow may be smaller, but its industry mix and growth patterns offer unique advantages. Both cities share strength in Buying and selling of own real estate and Information technology consultancy activities.
London has 1,032,530 active companies compared to 67,891 in Glasgow — 964,639 more.
London has a higher 2020s company formation rate (61.8%) compared to Glasgow (56.9%).
Both cities share these top industries: Buying and selling of own real estate, Information technology consultancy activities, Management consultancy activities other than financial management, Other, Other business support service activities n.e.c.. London is uniquely strong in Activities of other holding companies n.e.c. and Business and domestic software development, while Glasgow stands out in Hairdressing and other beauty treatment and Take-away food shops and mobile food stands.