Huq Industries’ recent footfall report provides a detailed analysis of retail centre visitation across the UK, focusing on regional variations in footfall, dwell time, and weekday visitation for the week ending December 7, 2024. This footfall data underscores the diverse consumer behaviour across different UK regions, offering crucial insights for retailers and commercial real-estate companies.
Shopping Centres Daily Footfall
Regional Footfall Trends
In London, the footfall statistics reveal a significant year-on-year increase in average daily footfall. Conversely, Northern Ireland recorded a noticeable decline in footfall and dwell times. The West Midlands and South East both reported increases in dwell times.
Weekday Visitation Analysis
The footfall report also highlights variations in weekday visitation shares. Northern Ireland saw a rise in weekday footfall, highlighting shifts in consumer patterns, whereas the East of England faced a decline.
Market Outlook
Based on the direction of the latest footfall data and trends from the previous year, the coming four weeks could see continued growth in regions like London, while areas like Northern Ireland might struggle to rebound.
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