Companies in Canterbury

United Kingdom|56.8% formed since 2020|9% inactive
6,062
Active

Canterbury is home to 6,062 active companies, making it one of the UK's significant business locations. A total of 6,640 companies have been registered here, of which 578 are no longer active. The oldest company registration dates back to 1891.

6,062
Active Companies
6,640
Total Registered
1891
Oldest Company
56.8%
Growth (2020s)
Incorporation by Decade
10%
32%
52%
Pre-1990: 185
1990s: 204
2000s: 670
2010s: 2,139
2020s: 3,442

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in Canterbury?

There are 6,062 active companies registered in Canterbury, out of 6,640 total. 578 (9%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in Canterbury?

The top industries in Canterbury include Other letting and operating of own or leased real estate (301 companies), Management consultancy activities other than financial management (257 companies), Buying and selling of own real estate (230 companies).

How fast is Canterbury growing as a business hub?

56.8% of currently active companies in Canterbury 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.