Companies in South Petherton

United Kingdom|51% formed since 2020|Data updated 17 Apr 2026
147
Active

147 active companies are registered in South Petherton with Companies House. Out of 160 companies ever registered here, 0 are no longer active — a 92% survival rate. The area has seen significant recent growth, with 51% of active businesses incorporated since 2020. Over half (57%) 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 7 companies. The average company age is 9.2 years.

Source: Companies House register via UVAGATRON, April 2026

147
Active Companies
160
Total Registered
1986
Oldest Company
51%
Growth (2020s)

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

Incorporation by Decade
10%
29%
53%
Pre-1990: 5
1990s: 8
2000s: 16
2010s: 47
2020s: 84

Data Signals

Governance
4572 src
Financial
2497 src
Compliance
815 src
Risk
416 src
Trade
91 src
innovation
42 src
quality
42 src
operational
21 src
growth
21 src
ESG
11 src

Business Landscape

The average active company in South Petherton is 9.2 years old. There are 1 <Link href="/glossary/fca-financial-conduct-authority">FCA-regulated firms</Link> in the area. 2 registered charities operate locally.

9.2 yrs
Avg company age
1
FCA regulated
2
Charities

Government Investment

Companies in South Petherton have been awarded 2 government contracts with a combined value of £3.0M. See the Top Government Contractors report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in South Petherton?

There are 147 active companies registered in South Petherton, out of 160 total. 0 (0%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in South Petherton?

The top industries in South Petherton include Dormant Company (7 companies), Development of building projects (6 companies), Other service activities n.e.c. (6 companies).

How fast is South Petherton growing as a business hub?

51% of currently active companies in South Petherton were incorporated since 2020, indicating strong recent growth.

What data signals are available for companies in South Petherton?

Our database contains 850 data signals across 10 categories for active companies in South Petherton. The largest category is Governance with 457 signals from 2 sources.

When was the first company registered in South Petherton?

The oldest company registration in South Petherton dates back to 1986, spanning over 40 years of business history.

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