Companies in Walkden

United Kingdom|53.1% formed since 2020|Data updated 17 Apr 2026
32
Active

32 active companies are registered in Walkden with Companies House. Out of 36 companies ever registered here, 0 are no longer active — a 89% survival rate. The area has seen significant recent growth, with 53.1% of active businesses incorporated since 2020. Over half (66%) of active companies were formed since 2020, making this one of the UK's fastest-growing business locations. The average company age is 12.3 years.

Source: Companies House register via UVAGATRON, April 2026

32
Active Companies
36
Total Registered
1978
Oldest Company
53.1%
Growth (2020s)

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

Incorporation by Decade
11%
11%
17%
58%
Pre-1990: 4
1990s: 1
2000s: 4
2010s: 6
2020s: 21

Data Signals

Governance
1012 src
Financial
713 src
Risk
254 src
Compliance
122 src
Trade
61 src
quality
22 src
growth
11 src

Business Landscape

The average active company in Walkden is 12.3 years old.

12.3 yrs
Avg company age

Government Investment

Companies in Walkden 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 Walkden?

There are 32 active companies registered in Walkden, out of 36 total. 0 (0%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in Walkden?

Walkden has a diverse business landscape.

How fast is Walkden growing as a business hub?

53.1% of currently active companies in Walkden were incorporated since 2020, indicating strong recent growth.

What data signals are available for companies in Walkden?

Our database contains 218 data signals across 7 categories for active companies in Walkden. The largest category is Governance with 101 signals from 2 sources.

When was the first company registered in Walkden?

The oldest company registration in Walkden dates back to 1978, spanning over 48 years of business history.

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