Companies in Wilts

United Kingdom|4.1% formed since 2020|Data updated 17 Apr 2026
74
Active

74 active companies are registered in Wilts with Companies House. Out of 98 companies ever registered here, 0 are no longer active — a 76% survival rate. 84% of companies predate 2000, reflecting Wilts's long-established commercial heritage. Companies here hold 6 government contracts worth £3.1M in total. The average company age is 37.4 years, suggesting a mature business environment. The earliest company registration in Wilts dates back to 1914.

Source: Companies House register via UVAGATRON, April 2026

74
Active Companies
98
Total Registered
1914
Oldest Company
4.1%
Growth (2020s)

An established business centre with companies averaging 37.4 years of operation.

Incorporation by Decade
52%
11%
34%
Pre-1990: 51
1990s: 11
2000s: 33
2020s: 3

Data Signals

Governance
2745 src
Financial
2419 src
Risk
715 src
Compliance
585 src
Trade
262 src
quality
92 src
growth
72 src
operational
41 src
innovation
22 src
ESG
22 src

Business Landscape

The average active company in Wilts is 37.4 years old. There are 2 <Link href="/glossary/fca-financial-conduct-authority">FCA-regulated firms</Link> in the area. 3 registered charities operate locally.

37.4 yrs
Avg company age
2
FCA regulated
3
Charities

Company Size Breakdown

Small: 3 (43%)Medium: 2 (29%)Large: 2 (29%)

Government Investment

Companies in Wilts have been awarded 6 government contracts with a combined value of £3.1M. See the Top Government Contractors report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in Wilts?

There are 74 active companies registered in Wilts, out of 98 total. 0 (0%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in Wilts?

Wilts has a diverse business landscape.

How fast is Wilts growing as a business hub?

4.1% of currently active companies in Wilts were incorporated since 2020, indicating steady recent growth.

What data signals are available for companies in Wilts?

Our database contains 694 data signals across 10 categories for active companies in Wilts. The largest category is Governance with 274 signals from 5 sources.

When was the first company registered in Wilts?

The oldest company registration in Wilts dates back to 1914, spanning over 112 years of business history.

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