How many veteran-owned businesses are listed in London?

There are currently 47 verified veteran-owned businesses in London in the British Veteran Owned directory. The count updates as new businesses complete verification.

How are these businesses verified?

Each owner sends one piece of evidence, such as discharge documentation, a JPA service summary print or a service-leaver letter. A member of our team reviews it before the listing goes live with the British Veteran Owned hallmark. See how verification works.

Can I list my London business for free?

Yes. Verification and listing are free for every veteran-owned business, with no fees, tiers or paid placement. Start your free verification.

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Veteran-Owned Businesses in London

Verified listings: 47
Largest service branch: British Army (83%)
Top sector: IT & Communications
Newest listing: 13 October 2026

British Veteran Owned lists 47 verified veteran-owned businesses in London. 83% are run by British Army veterans, and the most common sectors are IT & Communications, Security & Protection and Professional & Technical. Every listing is free and has been checked by our verification team.

London has the smallest share of veterans of any English region, but it is where much of the Armed Forces community's formal life happens: the Household Division at Wellington Barracks, the Ministry of Defence in Whitehall, the Chelsea Pensioners at the Royal Hospital. Veterans who stay in the capital tend to run consultancies, security firms, creative studios and trades businesses serving a very large market. Every London business listed here has been checked by our team and carries the British Veteran Owned hallmark.

The 2021 Census counted 100,717 London residents who had previously served in the UK armed forces, 1.4% of residents aged 16 and over, the lowest proportion of any region. Source: Census 2021 table TS071, Previously served in the UK armed forces — ONS via Nomis

Last updated 19 October 2026.

47 verified businesses

Frequently asked questions

How many veteran-owned businesses are listed in London?: There are currently 47 verified veteran-owned businesses in London in the British Veteran Owned directory. The count updates as new businesses complete verification.
How are these businesses verified?: Each owner sends one piece of evidence, such as discharge documentation, a JPA service summary print or a service-leaver letter. A member of our team reviews it before the listing goes live with the British Veteran Owned hallmark. See how verification works.
Can I list my London business for free?: Yes. Verification and listing are free for every veteran-owned business, with no fees, tiers or paid placement. Start your free verification.

Sectors in London

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East of England (31)