Huq Industries’ latest footfall data reveals nuanced trends in footfall, dwell time, and weekday visitation across UK’s retail centres, particularly in High Streets and Town Centres. As of the week ending November 23, 2024, regional variations highlight distinct consumer behaviour patterns. For instance, London has seen a significant uptick in average daily footfall year-on-year, with a 16.6% increase, reflecting a robust recovery and growing consumer confidence in urban shopping areas. Conversely, Wales experienced a notable decline in footfall, with a year-on-year decrease suggesting regional economic challenges or shifts in consumer preferences.
High Streets & Town Centres Daily Footfall
Dwell time, or the duration visitors spend at these centres, also shows interesting trends. The East Midlands reported a substantial year-on-year increase in dwell time. On the other hand, the South West saw a decrease in dwell time by 5.1% compared to the previous year.
Weekday visitation shares, which indicate the proportion of visits occurring during working weekdays, have also shifted. The North East saw a significant increase in this metric, with a year-on-year rise suggesting a change in work patterns or an increase in weekday leisure activities. Meanwhile, London experienced a slight decrease in weekday visitation, down by 1.8% year-on-year, possibly due to flexible working arrangements or other socio-economic factors affecting weekday foot traffic.
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