Surrey’s standouts: Key players shaping the region's success
Our inaugural Surrey LTD. report showcases the resilience and achievement of Surrey’s privately owned businesses. Despite economic challenges, the county’s top 100 companies achieved an astounding combined turnover of £13 billion, employing nearly 55,000 people. While EBITDA dipped 10.2% to £1.4 billion, average remuneration rose 4.5% to £50,000, reflecting a strong commitment to talent.
Surrey’s global reach is notable, with the 25 largest international subsidiaries generating £62.5 billion in turnover. Locally, Guildford leads with 12% of top companies, while Leatherhead tops turnover at £2.5 billion.
What’s inside the Surrey LTD. report?
We’ve analysed the 100 largest privately owned companies in Surrey, ranked by turnover. Our review focuses on two key metrics over the past three years:
- growth in turnover
- average EBITDA (earnings before interest, depreciation and amortisation, tax) margin.
We also spotlight the 25 largest subsidiaries of internationally-owned companies by turnover in the county, offering deeper insight into Surrey’s vibrant business landscape.
What’s driving Surrey’s success?
Surrey’s top 100 privately owned companies have delivered a combined turnover of £13 billion, up 5% from last year. But what’s behind the numbers?
Who came out on top?
Find out which sectors are dominating growth within Surrey.
Surrey LTD. at a glance
Surrey LTD. 2025
Discover who made the list and gain fresh insights into the companies shaping Surrey's economic future
The report uses the most recent publicly available accounts (as of 23 July 2025). It includes businesses that are privately owned and headquartered in Surrey, excluding listed companies, overseas subsidiaries, and charities.
The real estate and construction sector and the manufacturing, sector are the biggest contributors, with a turnover of £4 billion and £3.5 billion respectively. The report also explores growth in technology, healthcare, business support services, and more.
Guildford features the most businesses in the top 100, while Leatherhead leads in total turnover at £2.5 billion. The report highlights other rising areas within the region.
Yes. This year’s report spotlights the 25 largest international subsidiaries operating in Surrey, which together generate over £62.5 billion in turnover.
