Companies in Caithness

United Kingdom|7.4% formed since 2020|1% inactive|Data updated 17 Apr 2026
68
Active

68 active companies are registered in Caithness with Companies House. Out of 72 companies ever registered here, 1 are no longer active — a 94% survival rate. 46% of companies predate 2000, reflecting Caithness's long-established commercial heritage. The most common industry sector is other, with 13 companies. Companies here hold 22 government contracts worth £5.8M in total. The average company age is 29.5 years, suggesting a mature business environment. The earliest company registration in Caithness dates back to 1921.

Source: Companies House register via UVAGATRON, April 2026

68
Active Companies
72
Total Registered
1921
Oldest Company
7.4%
Growth (2020s)

An established business centre with companies averaging 29.5 years of operation.

Incorporation by Decade
28%
15%
46%
Pre-1990: 20
1990s: 11
2000s: 33
2010s: 3
2020s: 5

Top Industries

Other13

Data Signals

Governance
1932 src
Financial
1565 src
Compliance
496 src
Risk
353 src
growth
221 src
Trade
121 src
ESG
123 src
operational
31 src
quality
22 src
innovation
11 src

Business Landscape

The average active company in Caithness is 29.5 years old. There are 3 <Link href="/glossary/fca-financial-conduct-authority">FCA-regulated firms</Link> in the area. 1 registered charities operate locally.

29.5 yrs
Avg company age
3
FCA regulated
1
Charities

Company Size Breakdown

Large: 1 (100%)

Government Investment

Companies in Caithness have been awarded 22 government contracts with a combined value of £5.8M. See the Top Government Contractors report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in Caithness?

There are 68 active companies registered in Caithness, out of 72 total. 1 (1%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in Caithness?

The top industries in Caithness include Other (13 companies).

How fast is Caithness growing as a business hub?

7.4% of currently active companies in Caithness were incorporated since 2020, indicating steady recent growth.

What data signals are available for companies in Caithness?

Our database contains 485 data signals across 10 categories for active companies in Caithness. The largest category is Governance with 193 signals from 2 sources.

When was the first company registered in Caithness?

The oldest company registration in Caithness dates back to 1921, spanning over 105 years of business history.

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