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Register-Based Insights

UK Industry Statistics

Analyse registered limited companies by trade sector using official Companies House SIC classifications. View median age, growth rates, and geographical concentrations.

Registry Insights

UK Companies House Registry Census & Market Intelligence

Explore live market statistics, company age profiles, geographic postcode distributions, and filing compliance trackers compiled from official UK registry filings.

Interactive Sector View

Digital Marketing & Advertising

Active Registered Companies24,850
Median Company Lifespan4.8 Years
Incorporations (2025)3,420
Incorporations (2026 H1)1,890
Startup Proportions (Under 3 Years Old)42%

A higher percentage represents low capital barriers, higher business churn, and massive startup activity in early-stage tech or agency fields.

Shared Sector Classifications

Registered entities within this niche commonly list the following complementary SIC codes under their Companies House profile:

SIC 62020 - IT consultancy activities34% share
SIC 62012 - Software development22% share
SIC 70229 - Management consultancy18% share

Sectors Compared

Registry Census Scope
Data counts only incorporate formal corporate entities registered at Companies House (Ltd, PLC, LLP). Sole traders, freelancers, and unincorporated associations are not counted, meaning the actual economic footprint is larger.