Companies in South Wales

United Kingdom|9.4% formed since 2020|Data updated 17 Apr 2026
53
Active

53 active companies are registered in South Wales with Companies House. Out of 59 companies ever registered here, 0 are no longer active — a 90% survival rate. 55% of companies predate 2000, reflecting South Wales's long-established commercial heritage. Companies here hold 6 government contracts worth £0.7M in total. The average company age is 27.5 years, suggesting a mature business environment. The earliest company registration in South Wales dates back to 1922.

Source: Companies House register via UVAGATRON, April 2026

53
Active Companies
59
Total Registered
1922
Oldest Company
9.4%
Growth (2020s)

An established business centre with companies averaging 27.5 years of operation.

Incorporation by Decade
24%
25%
31%
10%
10%
Pre-1990: 14
1990s: 15
2000s: 18
2010s: 6
2020s: 6

Data Signals

Financial
1875 src
Governance
1872 src
Compliance
696 src
Risk
383 src
Trade
111 src
ESG
103 src
growth
61 src
operational
41 src
quality
42 src
innovation
21 src

Business Landscape

The average active company in South Wales is 27.5 years old. There are 1 <Link href="/glossary/fca-financial-conduct-authority">FCA-regulated firms</Link> in the area.

27.5 yrs
Avg company age
1
FCA regulated

Company Size Breakdown

Small: 1 (14%)Medium: 2 (29%)Large: 4 (57%)

Government Investment

Companies in South Wales have been awarded 6 government contracts with a combined value of £0.7M. See the Top Government Contractors report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in South Wales?

There are 53 active companies registered in South Wales, out of 59 total. 0 (0%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in South Wales?

South Wales has a diverse business landscape.

How fast is South Wales growing as a business hub?

9.4% of currently active companies in South Wales were incorporated since 2020, indicating steady recent growth.

What data signals are available for companies in South Wales?

Our database contains 518 data signals across 10 categories for active companies in South Wales. The largest category is Financial with 187 signals from 5 sources.

When was the first company registered in South Wales?

The oldest company registration in South Wales dates back to 1922, spanning over 104 years of business history.

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