Companies in Wigan

United Kingdom|64.6% formed since 2020|11% inactive
9,347
Active

Wigan is home to 9,347 active companies, making it one of the UK's significant business locations. A total of 10,519 companies have been registered here, of which 1,172 are no longer active. The oldest company registration dates back to 1904.

9,347
Active Companies
10,519
Total Registered
1904
Oldest Company
64.6%
Growth (2020s)
Incorporation by Decade
9%
30%
57%
Pre-1990: 154
1990s: 196
2000s: 937
2010s: 3,195
2020s: 6,037

Frequently Asked Questions

How many companies are registered in Wigan?

There are 9,347 active companies registered in Wigan, out of 10,519 total. 1,172 (11%) are no longer active.

What are the main industries in Wigan?

The top industries in Wigan include Management consultancy activities other than financial management (657 companies), Other letting and operating of own or leased real estate (521 companies), Buying and selling of own real estate (375 companies).

How fast is Wigan growing as a business hub?

64.6% of currently active companies in Wigan 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.