July 2025 Business Insights: Summer Surge in UK Business Activity
Welcome to your monthly dose of insight!
July brings longer days, high energy, and bold business moves. It’s a popular month for launching projects, revisiting goals, and spotting new opportunities.
Did you know? July is traditionally one of the busiest months for UK company registrations. Warmer weather, summer networking events, and new market trends often spark innovation and fresh ventures.
That’s why we’re excited to share DataGardener ’s July 2025 Business Insights Report, packed with valuable data, trends, and updates from the past month. Discover how businesses are evolving, where the momentum is building, and what to watch next.
Make smart moves this summer, start with insight.
Business Overview
As of July 2025, over 66K new businesses had been started, more than 10K County Court Judgments (CCJs) had been filed, and 14K+ charges had been registered. These figures reflect a dynamic start to the year, offering a snapshot of the evolving business landscape.
Company Dissolutions in July 2025 vs June 2025
In July 2025, 90K+ companies were dissolved, a significant increase compared to the 48K+ closures in June 2025. The economy, or how businesses work, can affect company closures.
Businesses Incorporated in UK July 2025 vs June 2025
In July 2025, 66K+ new companies were incorporated, marking a decrease of 2.84% compared to June 2025, when 68K+ companies were incorporated.
The regional distribution of companies across the UK presents a diverse economic landscape. London stands out as the commercial heart, hosting 45K+ companies. This is a significant lead over other regions, reflecting London's status as a business hub.
The North West also plays a significant role, with 13K+ companies, indicating a substantial economic presence.
On the lower end, Wales and Northern Ireland have the smallest numbers, with 2.6K+ and 1.8K+ companies, pointing to a more modest business density in these areas.
New Companies Registered in July 2025
Industrial Distribution
Risk Assessment of Companies Incorporated
June 2025 to July 2025
The assessment of company risk profiles reveals a varied landscape within the region's business sector.
In the business risk landscape, most companies are positioned in the moderate-risk category, with 98.69% demonstrating a balanced approach to risk management. This significant proportion indicates a preference for stability and calculated risk-taking in business operations.
Very high-risk entities comprise 1.11%, while high-risk companies constitute 0.18%. These figures represent businesses that engage in high-stakes ventures, necessitating sophisticated risk mitigation strategies.
On the safer end of the spectrum, very low-risk companies account for a mere 0.02%, reflecting a cautious stance in the market.
The distribution of risk underscores the importance of tailored risk management practices for effectively navigating the complexities of the business world.
Charges Registered July 2025 vs June 2025
In July 2025, 14K+ outstanding charges were registered, decreasing from the 12K+ charges registered in June 2025.
Regional Distribution
County Court Judgements (CCJs) Filed in July 2025 Vs June 2025
In July 2025, over 10K CCJs were filed, matching the volume seen in June 2025, but showing no significant increase month-over-month.
Regional Distribution
Female Founders
In July 2025, over 7K new companies were registered as owned by females, a significant decline from the 11K+ companies registered in June 2025.
Female-Owned Businesses
Top 3 industries with female-owned businesses
Female-Owned Businesses
Top 3 Regions with female-owned businesses
🔍 What Should You Take Away from This?
If your focus is on growth, risk analysis, or market entry — now is the perfect time to move. Whether you're refining your outreach, reassessing your portfolio, or exploring new partnerships, understanding where business activity is rising (or falling) helps you stay one step ahead.
💼 From retail and real estate to professional services and tech — opportunity is everywhere.
⚠️ But so is risk. Knowing the landscape means making smarter, faster decisions.
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