Companies in City Of London

United Kingdom|65.2% formed since 2020|Data updated 17 Apr 2026
112
Active

112 active companies are registered in City Of London with Companies House. Out of 125 companies ever registered here, 0 are no longer active — a 90% survival rate. The area has seen significant recent growth, with 65.2% of active businesses incorporated since 2020. Over half (69%) 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 activities of employment placement agencies, with 9 companies. The average company age is 5.3 years.

Source: Companies House register via UVAGATRON, April 2026

112
Active Companies
125
Total Registered
1999
Oldest Company
65.2%
Growth (2020s)

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

Incorporation by Decade
32%
62%
1990s: 1
2000s: 7
2010s: 40
2020s: 77

Data Signals

Governance
3312 src
Financial
1555 src
Compliance
795 src
Risk
484 src
quality
42 src
Trade
31 src
growth
21 src

Business Landscape

The average active company in City Of London is 5.3 years old. There are 5 <Link href="/glossary/fca-financial-conduct-authority">FCA-regulated firms</Link> in the area. 2 registered charities operate locally.

5.3 yrs
Avg company age
5
FCA regulated
2
Charities

Company Size Breakdown

Small: 3 (100%)

Government Investment

Companies in City Of London have been awarded 2 government contracts with a combined value of £0.2M. See the Top Government Contractors report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in City Of London?

There are 112 active companies registered in City Of London, out of 125 total. 0 (0%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in City Of London?

The top industries in City Of London include Other activities of employment placement agencies (9 companies), Other business support service activities n.e.c. (8 companies), Dormant Company (7 companies).

How fast is City Of London growing as a business hub?

65.2% of currently active companies in City Of London were incorporated since 2020, indicating strong recent growth.

What data signals are available for companies in City Of London?

Our database contains 622 data signals across 7 categories for active companies in City Of London. The largest category is Governance with 331 signals from 2 sources.

When was the first company registered in City Of London?

The oldest company registration in City Of London dates back to 1999, spanning over 27 years of business history.

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