Companies in Renfrewshire

United Kingdom|14.5% formed since 2020|Data updated 17 Apr 2026
228
Active

228 active companies are registered in Renfrewshire with Companies House. Out of 255 companies ever registered here, 0 are no longer active — a 89% survival rate. 43% of companies predate 2000, reflecting Renfrewshire's long-established commercial heritage. The most common industry sector is other, with 12 companies. The average company age is 24.6 years, suggesting a mature business environment. The earliest company registration in Renfrewshire dates back to 1889.

Source: Companies House register via UVAGATRON, April 2026

228
Active Companies
255
Total Registered
1889
Oldest Company
14.5%
Growth (2020s)

An established business centre with companies averaging 24.6 years of operation.

Incorporation by Decade
18%
20%
38%
9%
14%
Pre-1990: 47
1990s: 51
2000s: 98
2010s: 24
2020s: 35

Data Signals

Governance
7623 src
Financial
5968 src
Compliance
2119 src
Risk
1366 src
Trade
502 src
ESG
254 src
quality
203 src
operational
131 src
innovation
42 src
corporate_structure
21 src
growth
11 src

Business Landscape

The average active company in Renfrewshire is 24.6 years old. There are 7 <Link href="/glossary/fca-financial-conduct-authority">FCA-regulated firms</Link> in the area. 7 registered charities operate locally.

24.6 yrs
Avg company age
7
FCA regulated
7
Charities

Company Size Breakdown

Small: 5 (38%)Medium: 2 (15%)Large: 6 (46%)

Government Investment

Companies in Renfrewshire have been awarded 1 government contracts with a combined value of £0.1M. See the Top Government Contractors report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in Renfrewshire?

There are 228 active companies registered in Renfrewshire, out of 255 total. 0 (0%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in Renfrewshire?

The top industries in Renfrewshire include Other (12 companies), Dormant Company (8 companies), Other letting and operating of own or leased real estate (7 companies).

How fast is Renfrewshire growing as a business hub?

14.5% of currently active companies in Renfrewshire were incorporated since 2020, indicating steady recent growth.

What data signals are available for companies in Renfrewshire?

Our database contains 1,820 data signals across 11 categories for active companies in Renfrewshire. The largest category is Governance with 762 signals from 3 sources.

When was the first company registered in Renfrewshire?

The oldest company registration in Renfrewshire dates back to 1889, spanning over 137 years of business history.

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