Bradford is outperforming the national trend when it comes to business liquidations.

Despite 26,005 business insolvencies recorded across the UK and Northern Ireland in 2025, Bradford’s liquidation rate stands at just two per cent, according to an analysis by Liquidation Centre.

Out of 1,590 businesses within a 500-metre radius, only 32 in the city entered liquidation.

Richard Hunt, director at Liquidation Centre, said: “The data highlights just how volatile recent years have been and continue to be for high street businesses.

“In 2026, businesses should prioritise disciplined cash flow monitoring, flexible overheads, and realistic growth plans.

“Those that regularly review stock levels, pricing, and staffing can act early when numbers slip and are more likely to stay profitable as a result.

“Too often, liquidations occur not because warning signs weren’t visible, but because difficult decisions were delayed.”

Norwich came in as the worst place for businesses, with 46.4 per cent going into liquidation (2,933 businesses of 6,324 within a 55m radius).

The full list of data can be found at: Company Liquidation Services – Insolvency, CVL & MVL Experts