Companies in Portsmouth

United Kingdom|58.8% formed since 2020|13% inactive
9,023
Active

Portsmouth is home to 9,023 active companies, making it one of the UK's significant business locations. A total of 10,323 companies have been registered here, of which 1,300 are no longer active. The oldest company registration dates back to 1891.

9,023
Active Companies
10,323
Total Registered
1891
Oldest Company
58.8%
Growth (2020s)
Incorporation by Decade
9%
34%
51%
Pre-1990: 219
1990s: 302
2000s: 942
2010s: 3,557
2020s: 5,303

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in Portsmouth?

There are 9,023 active companies registered in Portsmouth, out of 10,323 total. 1,300 (13%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in Portsmouth?

The top industries in Portsmouth include Other letting and operating of own or leased real estate (604 companies), Buying and selling of own real estate (342 companies), Other business support service activities n.e.c. (307 companies).

How fast is Portsmouth growing as a business hub?

58.8% of currently active companies in Portsmouth 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.