Companies in Larne

United Kingdom|54.3% formed since 2020|Data updated 17 Apr 2026
904
Active

904 active companies are registered in Larne with Companies House. Out of 1,000 companies ever registered here, 1 are no longer active — a 90% survival rate. The area has seen significant recent growth, with 54.3% of active businesses incorporated since 2020. Over half (58%) of active companies were formed since 2020, making this one of the UK's fastest-growing business locations. The most common industry sector is dormant company, with 42 companies. Larne is home to 19 FCA-regulated firms. The average company age is 7.4 years. The earliest company registration in Larne dates back to 1910.

Source: Companies House register via UVAGATRON, April 2026

904
Active Companies
1,000
Total Registered
1910
Oldest Company
54.3%
Growth (2020s)

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

Incorporation by Decade
37%
52%
Pre-1990: 12
1990s: 21
2000s: 71
2010s: 372
2020s: 524

Data Signals

Governance
2,7292 src
Financial
1,3666 src
Compliance
3678 src
Risk
2385 src
Trade
542 src
quality
412 src
innovation
172 src
growth
52 src
operational
11 src

Business Landscape

The average active company in Larne is 7.4 years old. There are 19 <Link href="/glossary/fca-financial-conduct-authority">FCA-regulated firms</Link> in the area.

7.4 yrs
Avg company age
19
FCA regulated

Company Size Breakdown

Small: 2 (17%)Medium: 1 (8%)Large: 9 (75%)

Government Investment

Companies in Larne have been awarded 4 government contracts with a combined value of £1.6M. See the Top Government Contractors report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in Larne?

There are 904 active companies registered in Larne, out of 1,000 total. 1 (0%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in Larne?

The top industries in Larne include Dormant Company (42 companies), Other letting and operating of own or leased real estate (32 companies), Repair and maintenance of aircraft and spacecraft (32 companies).

How fast is Larne growing as a business hub?

54.3% of currently active companies in Larne were incorporated since 2020, indicating strong recent growth.

What data signals are available for companies in Larne?

Our database contains 4,818 data signals across 9 categories for active companies in Larne. The largest category is Governance with 2,729 signals from 2 sources.

When was the first company registered in Larne?

The oldest company registration in Larne dates back to 1910, spanning over 116 years of business history.

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