Companies in Essex

United Kingdom|43.9% formed since 2020|13% inactive
7,205
Active

Essex is home to 7,205 active companies, making it one of the UK's significant business locations. A total of 8,273 companies have been registered here, of which 1,068 are no longer active. The oldest company registration dates back to 1897.

7,205
Active Companies
8,273
Total Registered
1897
Oldest Company
43.9%
Growth (2020s)
Incorporation by Decade
11%
10%
29%
12%
38%
Pre-1990: 904
1990s: 859
2000s: 2,379
2010s: 970
2020s: 3,161

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in Essex?

There are 7,205 active companies registered in Essex, out of 8,273 total. 1,068 (13%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in Essex?

The top industries in Essex include Retail sale via mail order houses or via Internet (468 companies), Buying and selling of own real estate (354 companies), Other letting and operating of own or leased real estate (334 companies).

How fast is Essex growing as a business hub?

43.9% of currently active companies in Essex 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.