Companies in Belfast

United Kingdom|63.7% formed since 2020|16% inactive
22,934
Active

Belfast is home to 22,934 active companies, making it one of the UK's significant business locations. A total of 27,184 companies have been registered here, of which 4,250 are no longer active. The oldest company registration dates back to 1869.

22,934
Active Companies
27,184
Total Registered
1869
Oldest Company
63.7%
Growth (2020s)
Incorporation by Decade
9%
31%
54%
Pre-1990: 863
1990s: 860
2000s: 2,542
2010s: 8,320
2020s: 14,599

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in Belfast?

There are 22,934 active companies registered in Belfast, out of 27,184 total. 4,250 (16%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in Belfast?

The top industries in Belfast include Retail sale via mail order houses or via Internet (1,690 companies), Other letting and operating of own or leased real estate (984 companies), Residents property management (778 companies).

How fast is Belfast growing as a business hub?

63.7% of currently active companies in Belfast were incorporated since 2020, indicating strong recent growth.

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