Companies in Edinburgh

United Kingdom|41.3% formed since 2020|8% inactive
56,464
Active

Edinburgh is home to 56,464 active companies, making it one of the UK's significant business locations. A total of 61,144 companies have been registered here, of which 4,680 are no longer active. The oldest company registration dates back to 1871.

56,464
Active Companies
61,144
Total Registered
1871
Oldest Company
41.3%
Growth (2020s)
Incorporation by Decade
11%
46%
38%
Pre-1990: 1,053
1990s: 1,828
2000s: 6,751
2010s: 28,173
2020s: 23,339

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in Edinburgh?

There are 56,464 active companies registered in Edinburgh, out of 61,144 total. 4,680 (8%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in Edinburgh?

The top industries in Edinburgh include Other letting and operating of own or leased real estate (1,870 companies), Buying and selling of own real estate (1,564 companies), Other business support service activities n.e.c. (1,564 companies).

How fast is Edinburgh growing as a business hub?

41.3% of currently active companies in Edinburgh were incorporated since 2020, indicating strong recent growth.

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