Companies in Wellingborough

United Kingdom|54.8% formed since 2020|Data updated 17 Apr 2026
4,991
Active

4,991 active companies are registered in Wellingborough with Companies House. Out of 5,693 companies ever registered here, 8 are no longer active — a 88% survival rate. The area has seen significant recent growth, with 54.8% of active businesses incorporated since 2020. Over half (61%) of active companies were formed since 2020, making this one of the UK's fastest-growing business locations. The most common industry sector is other letting and operating of own or leased real estate, with 242 companies. 63 medium and large companies operate here, indicating a significant commercial presence. Wellingborough is home to 79 FCA-regulated firms and 49 registered charities. Companies here hold 96 government contracts worth £70.6M in total. The average company age is 8.7 years. The earliest company registration in Wellingborough dates back to 1897.

Source: Companies House register via UVAGATRON, April 2026

4,991
Active Companies
5,693
Total Registered
1897
Oldest Company
54.8%
Growth (2020s)

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

Incorporation by Decade
9%
33%
53%
Pre-1990: 184
1990s: 133
2000s: 486
2010s: 1,867
2020s: 3,023

Top Industries

Other letting and operating of own or leased real estate242→Freight transport by road229→Buying and selling of own real estate194→Other business support service activities n.e.c.155→Management consultancy activities other than financial management153→Retail sale via mail order houses or via Internet119→Other service activities n.e.c.112→Information technology consultancy activities107→Maintenance and repair of motor vehicles106→Other human health activities102→

Data Signals

Governance
15,3775 src
Financial
9,59611 src
Compliance
3,07915 src
Risk
1,89110 src
Trade
5521 src
quality
2673 src
ESG
1226 src
operational
1191 src
growth
1062 src
innovation
242 src
corporate_structure
21 src

Top Companies in Wellingborough

BOOKER LIMITED
Non-specialised wholesale tradeEst. 1924112 signals
SALVATION ARMY TRADING COMPANY LIMITED
Wholesale of textilesEst. 199160 signals
KROHNE LIMITED
Manufacture of electronic industrial process control equipmentEst. 197629 signals
CARR'S FLOUR MILLS LIMITED
Grain millingEst. 195086 signals
BOOKER RETAIL PARTNERS (GB) LIMITED
Non-specialised wholesale of food, beverages and tobaccoEst. 200750 signals
SCOTT BADER COMPANY LIMITED
Manufacture of plastics in primary formsEst. 192324 signals
U-POL LIMITED
Manufacture of paints, varnishes and similar coatings, mastics and sealantsEst. 194991 signals
WHITWORTHS LIMITED
Manufacture of other food products n.e.c.Est. 200491 signals
MAKRO SELF SERVICE WHOLESALERS LIMITED
Non-specialised wholesale tradeEst. 197045 signals
BARTON PETROLEUM LIMITED
Freight transport by roadEst. 194424 signals

Business Landscape

The average active company in Wellingborough is 8.7 years old. There are 79 <Link href="/glossary/fca-financial-conduct-authority">FCA-regulated firms</Link> in the area. 49 registered charities operate locally.

8.7 yrs
Avg company age
79
FCA regulated
49
Charities

Company Size Breakdown

Small: 57 (48%)Medium: 12 (10%)Large: 51 (43%)

Government Investment

Companies in Wellingborough have been awarded 96 government contracts with a combined value of £70.6M. See the Top Government Contractors report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in Wellingborough?

There are 4,991 active companies registered in Wellingborough, out of 5,693 total. 8 (0%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in Wellingborough?

The top industries in Wellingborough include Other letting and operating of own or leased real estate (242 companies), Freight transport by road (229 companies), Buying and selling of own real estate (194 companies).

How fast is Wellingborough growing as a business hub?

54.8% of currently active companies in Wellingborough were incorporated since 2020, indicating strong recent growth.

What data signals are available for companies in Wellingborough?

Our database contains 31,135 data signals across 11 categories for active companies in Wellingborough. The largest category is Governance with 15,377 signals from 5 sources.

When was the first company registered in Wellingborough?

The oldest company registration in Wellingborough dates back to 1897, spanning over 129 years of business history.

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