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Henry Drive in Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, has 80 bogus companies registered to its address.
Companies House charges Â12 a pop for an internet business incorporation.
Financial crime experts say the mass registering of these firms is likely the work of criminal gangs.
The idea behind such companies was either to launder money or obtain a bank account to take out loans.
A Companies House spokesperson said: "We are sorry to hear about the difficulties these individuals are experiencing and will take action where the law allows. "The government is bringing forth measures to reform Companies House in the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Bill . "Once in force, the bill will significantly enhance the role and powers of the Registrar of Companies, so she can become a more active gatekeeper over company registrations - including by cracking down on the use of false addresses. ".
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