UK Local Retail Centres – Week 41, 2025 Footfall Data Report
UK Local Retail Centres recorded 16,900 visitors daily in week 41, with footfall data showing a slight 0.9% dip yet steady growth. Robust footfall retail trends illustrate gradual progress.
Overview
The latest footfall data figures from The Benchmark reveal that UK Local Retail Centres recorded an overall mean footfall of 16,900 visitors per day for week 41. The data shows a modest week‐on‐week decline of 0.9% while maintaining a positive longer‐term perspective, with an increase of 2.1% compared to the same week a year ago. These figures indicate that despite a slight recent dip, the overall trend remains on course for gradual growth.
Regional Performance
In examining regional performance, centres in England closely follow the overall trend with an average daily footfall of 16,900 visitors, experiencing a small week‐on‐week drop of 0.7% and a year‐on‐year improvement of 1.9%. Centres in Scotland recorded an average of 16,800 visitors per day with a sharper week‐on‐week decline of 1.6%, offset by a healthy year‐on‐year increase of 4%. Welsh centres registered a lower daily average of 13,400 visitors, with footfall softening by 6.3% over the week while still showing a year‐on‐year rise of 4%.
Secondary Metrics
Secondary metrics further enhance the story. Overall, visitors spent an average of 106 minutes on site, recording a week‐on‐week uplift of 5% and a year‐on‐year increase of 16.5%. In England, the average visit duration was 108 minutes with a week‐on‐week increase of 5.9%. Scotland’s centres saw visitors spending 102 minutes per visit, reflecting a slight decline in the recent week yet benefitting from an 18.6% improvement compared to last year, while Welsh centres experienced an average of 92 minutes per visit with a small softening of 4.2% on a weekly basis alongside a 4.5% year‐on‐year rise.
Methodology Insights
Leveraging footfall retail insights, the report utilises advanced footfall analytics to interpret robust footfall statistics and applies precise footfall counting methods.
Spokesperson Comment
Joe Capocci, Huq Industries spokesperson, stated: “The notable downturn in Welsh footfall, when contrasted with stable trends in England and concurrent industry moves like the new upsized store in south Essex, emphasises evolving consumer behaviour.”
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About Huq Industries
Huq Industries is the leading provider of location intelligence across the UK, Europe, and the Middle East, specialising in delivering high-quality data insights on footfall, consumer behaviour, and retail performance. By leveraging advanced analytics and an expansive data network, Huq Industries enables retailers and analysts to understand and respond to market trends effectively, ensuring they are well-equipped to navigate the changing landscape of high street and town centre commerce.
