Major Retail Centres Footfall Report, Week 45 2024: Yorkshire Up Whilst Scotland Dips
Weekly Wrap: UK Retail Footfall Insights: Week Ending January 4, 2025
This week’s footfall data from Huq Industries reveals the latest trends in footfall, dwell time, and weekday visitation across major retail centres in the UK.
Major Retail Centres Daily Footfall
Footfall Trends
London shows a significant increase in average daily footfall year-on-year. In contrast, the North East experienced a slight decline in footfall year-on-year.
Dwell Time Analysis
Dwell time, which measures the average duration visitors spend at a location, also saw notable changes. Northern Ireland reported a substantial increase in dwell time year-on-year, indicating a more engaging retail environment. Meanwhile, the North East saw a significant decrease in dwell time year-on-year.
Weekday Visitation Trends
Weekday visitation shares, which indicate the proportion of visits occurring on weekdays, varied across regions. London’s weekday visitation share increased year-on-year, suggesting a shift towards weekday shopping. Conversely, the West Midlands saw a significant decrease in weekday visitation year-on-year.
Market Outlook
These regional variations highlight the dynamic nature of consumer behaviour in the UK’s retail landscape, providing valuable insights for retailers and commercial real-estate companies looking to optimise their operations and marketing strategies. Based on the direction of the latest data and trends from the previous year, the coming four weeks may see continued growth in footfall in areas like London, while regions with declining trends might face challenges.
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High Streets And Town Centres Footfall Report, Week 45 2024: Wales Struggles
Weekly Wrap: UK Retail Footfall Insights: Week Ending January 4, 2025
Huq Industries’ latest footfall data reveals varied trends in footfall, dwell time, and weekday visitation across different regions of the UK.
High Streets & Town Centres Daily Footfall
London experienced a notable increase in average daily footfall with strong year-on-year growth, making it one of the standout regions this week. Conversely, Wales saw a significant decrease in footfall year-on-year.
Dwell time, which measures the average duration visitors spend at a location, also saw interesting shifts. The West Midlands reported a strong year-on-year increase in dwell time, suggesting that visitors are spending more time per visit. On the other hand, the South West experienced a decrease in dwell time compared to the previous year.
Weekday visitation shares, indicating the proportion of visits occurring on weekdays, also varied. The North East saw a significant increase in weekday visitation while the South West observed a decrease.
These insights are crucial for retailers and commercial real-estate companies to understand regional consumer behaviour and adjust their strategies accordingly.
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Local Retail Centres Footfall Report, Week 45 2024: London Back In Growth Mode
Weekly Wrap: UK Retail Footfall Insights: Week Ending January 4, 2025
Recent footfall data from Huq Industries reveals nuanced trends in retail centre visitation across the UK, highlighting regional variations in footfall, dwell time, and weekday visitation for the week ending November 9, 2024.
Local Retail Centres Daily Footfall
Regional Analysis
In Northern Ireland, despite a slight week-on-week decrease in footfall, there has been a notable year-on-year increase. Conversely, the East of England experienced a significant year-on-year drop in footfall, although dwell times in the region have seen substantial growth compared to the previous year. London stands out with a robust increase in both footfall and dwell time year-on-year, suggesting a strong recovery in retail activity. The data also points to a shift in visitation patterns, with changes in the proportion of weekday visits across different regions, reflecting evolving consumer behaviours in the post-pandemic landscape. This detailed regional analysis helps retailers and real estate companies strategise more effectively, adapting to the dynamic market conditions.
Market Outlook
Looking ahead, the direction of the latest footfall data and historical trends suggest that the next four weeks could see continued variability in footfall across the UK. Retail centres in London are likely to maintain their upward trajectory, while those in the East of England may need to adapt strategies to convert increased dwell times into higher overall footfall. Northern Ireland’s retail centres might experience a stabilisation of footfall, following the slight week-on-week decrease observed. This forward-looking analysis, based on location intelligence analytics, provides retailers with a framework to anticipate market movements and plan accordingly.
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Shopping Centres Footfall Report, Week 45 2024: Wales Dips
Weekly Wrap: UK Retail Footfall Insights: Week Ending January 4, 2025
Recent footfall data from Huq Industries reveals nuanced trends in footfall and dwell time across UK shopping centres, highlighting regional variations and the impact of economic factors on consumer behaviour.
Shopping Centres Daily Footfall
As of week 45, 2024, London shopping centres have seen a significant increase in average daily footfall year-on-year. This uptick suggests a robust recovery and growing consumer confidence in the region. Conversely, Wales experienced a sharp decline, with a year-on-year decrease in average daily footfall, indicating potential challenges in the local retail sector.
Dwell time, which measures the average length of a visit, also shows interesting trends. The West Midlands reported a substantial year-on-year increase in average visit dwell time, possibly reflecting enhanced retail experiences or improved consumer engagement strategies. On the other hand, Scotland saw a reduction in dwell time compared to the previous year, which might suggest a shift in shopping behaviours or reduced consumer engagement.
These insights are crucial for retailers and commercial real-estate companies looking to understand and adapt to the dynamic retail landscape in the UK. By leveraging such detailed footfall data and location intelligence analytics, businesses can better strategise their operations to meet changing consumer demands and economic conditions.
Market Outlook
Based on the direction of the latest footfall data and historical trends observed during the same period last year, it is anticipated that the coming four weeks will see continued growth in regions like London, while areas such as Wales may face further challenges. This forecast is supported by location intelligence data, which provides a deeper understanding of consumer patterns and retail performance across different regions.
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Weekly Wrap, Week 45: Retail Footfall In Wales Struggles
Weekly Wrap: UK Retail Footfall Insights: Week Ending January 4, 2025
Recent footfall data from Huq Industries reveals significant regional disparities in retail activity across the UK for week 45, 2024. This comprehensive analysis covers local retail centres, major retail centres, shopping centres, retail parks, and high streets, providing a holistic view of the current retail landscape.
Daily Footfall by Retail Centre Type
Local Retail Centres
In the latest report on Local Retail Centres, Northern Ireland shows a promising year-on-year increase in footfall despite a slight week-on-week decrease. Conversely, the East of England experienced a significant year-on-year drop in footfall, although dwell times in the region have seen substantial growth. London stands out with a robust increase in both footfall and dwell time year-on-year, suggesting a continued recovery in retail activity.
Major Retail Centres
The Major Retail Centres report highlights a year-on-year rise in footfall in London. However, the North East saw a slight decline in footfall year-on-year. Dwell time in Northern Ireland increased substantially, indicating a more engaging retail environment, while the North East experienced a significant decrease in dwell time.
Shopping Centres
According to the Shopping Centres report, London shopping centres have seen an increase in average daily footfall year-on-year, while Wales experienced a sharp decline. Dwell time trends are mixed, with the West Midlands reporting a substantial year-on-year increase, suggesting enhanced retail experiences.
Retail Parks
The Retail Parks report shows mixed trends across the UK. The East of England saw a slight week-on-week increase in footfall, while Scotland reported a significant increase in dwell time year-on-year. Wales and the South West experienced notable changes in their footfall patterns, reflecting shifts in consumer preferences.
High Streets and Town Centres
The High Streets and Town Centres report indicates that London experienced a notable increase in average daily footfall year-on-year while Wales saw a significant decrease. Dwell time in the West Midlands increased substantially, suggesting longer visits.
Market Outlook
Looking ahead, the direction of the latest footfall data and historical trends suggest continued variability in footfall across the UK. Retail centres in London are likely to maintain their upward trajectory, while regions like Wales may face further challenges. This forward-looking analysis, based on location intelligence analytics, provides retailers with a framework to anticipate market movements and plan accordingly.
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Retail Parks Footfall Report, Week 45 2024: Battery Retail Park in Birmingham Up
Weekly Wrap: UK Retail Footfall Insights: Week Ending January 4, 2025
Huq Industries’ latest footfall report reveals nuanced trends in retail park visitation across the UK, highlighting regional variations in footfall, dwell time, and weekday visitation for week 45, 2024. The data, encompassing over 2,700 retail centres, shows a mixed landscape of consumer behaviour in different regions.
Retail Parks Daily Footfall
In the East of England, there was a slight increase in average daily footfall week on week, while the average visit dwell time in Scotland saw a significant increase year on year. London and the South West experienced notable changes in their footfall patterns compared to the last 12 months, reflecting shifts in consumer preferences and habits.
Dwell time, a key indicator of consumer engagement, varied significantly across regions. For instance, Wales reported a substantial increase in average visit dwell time year on year, suggesting deeper engagement at retail parks. Conversely, the South West saw a decrease in dwell time over the same period, indicating a possible shift in shopping behaviour or retail offerings.
Weekday visitation shares also showed interesting trends, with Wales experiencing a notable increase year on year, while other regions like the North West and East Midlands saw declines. These metrics are crucial for retailers and commercial real-estate companies to understand the dynamics at play in different markets and tailor their strategies accordingly.
The data also highlighted specific retail centres that outperformed or underperformed significantly. For example, the Bretton Centre in Peterborough and the Battery Retail Park in Birmingham saw substantial increases in visitation, while the Cwmbran Shopping Centre in Wales and the Weston Favell Shopping Centre in the East Midlands experienced notable declines.
This detailed analysis by Huq Industries provides valuable insights into the evolving landscape of retail park visitation in the UK, aiding stakeholders in making informed decisions.
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Local Retail Centres Footfall Report, Week 46 2024: London Continues Comeback
Weekly Wrap: UK Retail Footfall Insights: Week Ending January 4, 2025
Recent footfall data from Huq Industries reveals nuanced trends in footfall, dwell time, and weekday visitation across various UK regions in local retail centres.
Local Retail Centres Daily Footfall
Footfall Trends
As of week 46, 2024, London shows a promising increase in average daily footfall with a good rise year on year, contrasting with decline in the South East. Dwell times have generally increased, with the South East experiencing a notable rise year on year. However, Northern Ireland faced a sharp decline in both footfall and dwell time. Weekday visitation shares have seen minor fluctuations, with the North West experiencing an increase year on year.
Market Outlook
Based on the direction of the latest data and trends from the previous year, the coming four weeks may see continued growth in footfall in regions like London, while areas with recent declines may face challenges. This forecast is essential for planning and optimisation in the retail sector, leveraging location intelligence analytics to anticipate changes in consumer behaviour.
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Major Retail Centres Footfall Report, Week 46 2024: Northern Ireland Reverses Trend
Weekly Wrap: UK Retail Footfall Insights: Week Ending January 4, 2025
Recent footfall data from Huq Industries reveals insightful trends in footfall, dwell time, and weekday visitation across major retail centres in the UK.
Major Retail Centres Daily Footfall
Footfall Data Analysis
As of week 46, 2024, there are notable regional variations in consumer behaviour. For instance, Northern Ireland has seen a significant increase in average daily footfall compared to the same period last year, indicating a robust recovery in retail activity. Similarly, dwell times in the North West have increased, suggesting that shoppers are spending more time per visit. However, the data also shows some regions experiencing a decrease in footfall and dwell time, reflecting the diverse economic conditions across the UK.
Location Intelligence Insights
Utilising location intelligence analytics, Huq provides deep insights into the footfall patterns and consumer behaviour across the UK. This location intelligence data is invaluable for location intelligence companies and retailers aiming to refine their strategies based on real-time consumer trends.
Market Outlook
Based on the direction of the latest footfall data and historical trends, the next four weeks are likely to see continued variations in footfall and dwell time across different regions. Retail centres in areas showing positive trends could expect sustained or increased consumer engagement, while others might face challenges. This market outlook is essential for strategic planning in the volatile retail sector.
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Track consumer footfall and spend dynamics across your store network using Huq data and compare to your own sales data. Gain insights into crucial questions such as ‘are we out-performing the market’, ‘where our similar locations for new store growth’, and ‘how healthy is this retail centre’.
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Shopping Centres Footfall Report, Week 46 2024: South West Outperforms
Weekly Wrap: UK Retail Footfall Insights: Week Ending January 4, 2025
Huq Industries’ latest footfall report reveals nuanced trends in retail centre visitation across the UK, highlighting regional variations in footfall, dwell time, and weekday visitation for week 46, 2024.
Shopping Centres Daily Footfall
Regional Footfall Data Analysis
The South West region experienced a slight increase in average daily footfall week-on-week, while the West Midlands saw a significant rise in average visit dwell time year-on-year. In contrast, Northern Ireland reported a substantial increase in working weekday visitation share compared to the previous week.
Location Intelligence Insights
Huq’s location intelligence analytics provide a deeper understanding of how footfall retail patterns are evolving. The use of location intelligence data in analysing these trends helps businesses in tailoring their strategies to meet changing consumer demands. Location intelligence companies, leveraging such detailed footfall statistics, play a pivotal role in shaping the future of retail.
Market Outlook
Looking ahead, based on the direction of the latest data and trends observed during the same period last year, it is anticipated that the coming four weeks will see continued variability in footfall patterns across different regions. This market outlook suggests that retailers should remain agile, using location intelligence retail insights to adapt to the evolving market conditions.
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Track consumer footfall and spend dynamics across your store network using Huq data and compare to your own sales data. Gain insights into crucial questions such as ‘are we out-performing the market’, ‘where our similar locations for new store growth’, and ‘how healthy is this retail centre’.
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High Streets & Town Centres Footfall Report, Week 46 2024: Slough Shines In Sector
Weekly Wrap: UK Retail Footfall Insights: Week Ending January 4, 2025
Huq Industries’ recent footfall report unveils nuanced trends in retail centre visitation across the UK, highlighting regional variations in footfall, dwell time, and weekday visitation for week 46, 2024.
High Streets & Town Centres Daily Footfall
Regional Footfall Trends
In London, there has been a notable increase in average daily footfall and dwell time compared to the same period last year, reflecting a robust recovery in urban retail activity. Conversely, regions like the North West and Wales have seen declines in footfall year on year, suggesting a more challenging retail environment. The footfall data also shows significant differences in how people spend time in these centres, with dwell times increasing in some areas while decreasing in others, indicating changing consumer behaviours post-pandemic.
The footfall report indicates that Alum Rock Road in the West Midlands and Slough in the South East are top performers in terms of footfall change, whereas Stockport Road in the North West and Holloway Road in London have experienced the steepest declines.
Location Intelligence in Retail
Location intelligence companies utilise this footfall data to provide insights into retail performance. The integration of location intelligence data into business strategies is becoming increasingly important for retailers aiming to optimise their operations and customer engagement. The footfall statistics serve as a vital tool for these analyses, offering a clear view of consumer traffic and behaviour patterns.
Market Outlook
Based on the direction of the latest footfall data and historical trends observed during the same period last year, we can anticipate how location performance is likely to unfold over the coming four weeks. The footfall report suggests a continued recovery in areas like London, while regions such as the North West may face further challenges. This predictive analysis is essential for retailers and location intelligence companies planning their strategies for the upcoming holiday season.
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Track consumer footfall and spend dynamics across your store network using Huq data and compare to your own sales data. Gain insights into crucial questions such as ‘are we out-performing the market’, ‘where our similar locations for new store growth’, and ‘how healthy is this retail centre’.
If you are interested in basing your location insights to actual consumer behaviour then please connect with our team.
