Companies in Cambs

United Kingdom|7.4% formed since 2020|Data updated 17 Apr 2026
149
Active

149 active companies are registered in Cambs with Companies House. Out of 171 companies ever registered here, 0 are no longer active — a 87% survival rate. The most common industry sector is other letting and operating of own or leased real estate, with 12 companies. Companies here hold 18 government contracts worth £2.0M in total. The average company age is 25.2 years, suggesting a mature business environment. The earliest company registration in Cambs dates back to 1914.

Source: Companies House register via UVAGATRON, April 2026

149
Active Companies
171
Total Registered
1914
Oldest Company
7.4%
Growth (2020s)

An established business centre with companies averaging 25.2 years of operation.

Incorporation by Decade
22%
9%
54%
Pre-1990: 37
1990s: 16
2000s: 92
2010s: 13
2020s: 13

Data Signals

Governance
5244 src
Financial
47110 src
Compliance
1498 src
Risk
1026 src
Trade
341 src
growth
191 src
quality
162 src
ESG
142 src
innovation
52 src
operational
51 src

Business Landscape

The average active company in Cambs is 25.2 years old. There are 6 <Link href="/glossary/fca-financial-conduct-authority">FCA-regulated firms</Link> in the area. 2 registered charities operate locally.

25.2 yrs
Avg company age
6
FCA regulated
2
Charities

Company Size Breakdown

Small: 4 (40%)Medium: 1 (10%)Large: 5 (50%)

Government Investment

Companies in Cambs have been awarded 18 government contracts with a combined value of £2.0M. See the Top Government Contractors report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in Cambs?

There are 149 active companies registered in Cambs, out of 171 total. 0 (0%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in Cambs?

The top industries in Cambs include Other letting and operating of own or leased real estate (12 companies), Other business support service activities n.e.c. (7 companies), Dormant Company (6 companies).

How fast is Cambs growing as a business hub?

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

What data signals are available for companies in Cambs?

Our database contains 1,339 data signals across 10 categories for active companies in Cambs. The largest category is Governance with 524 signals from 4 sources.

When was the first company registered in Cambs?

The oldest company registration in Cambs dates back to 1914, spanning over 112 years of business history.

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