Companies in Blackburn

United Kingdom|68.1% formed since 2020|11% inactive
9,693
Active

Blackburn is home to 9,693 active companies, making it one of the UK's significant business locations. A total of 10,860 companies have been registered here, of which 1,167 are no longer active. The oldest company registration dates back to 1861.

9,693
Active Companies
10,860
Total Registered
1861
Oldest Company
68.1%
Growth (2020s)
Incorporation by Decade
28%
61%
Pre-1990: 200
1990s: 180
2000s: 850
2010s: 3,030
2020s: 6,600

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in Blackburn?

There are 9,693 active companies registered in Blackburn, out of 10,860 total. 1,167 (11%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in Blackburn?

The top industries in Blackburn include Other letting and operating of own or leased real estate (546 companies), Retail sale via mail order houses or via Internet (478 companies), Buying and selling of own real estate (375 companies).

How fast is Blackburn growing as a business hub?

68.1% of currently active companies in Blackburn were incorporated since 2020, indicating strong recent growth.

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