Huq Industries’ latest footfall data reveals nuanced trends in retail centre visitation across the UK, highlighting regional variations in footfall, dwell time, and weekday visitation for the week 43, 2024.
Local Retail Centres Daily Footfall
Footfall Trends
In Northern Ireland, despite a week-on-week decrease in footfall, the region still saw a significant increase compared to the same period last year. London, a key area for retail, showed a moderate increase in footfall year-on-year and a significant rise in dwell time, pointing to a robust recovery and sustained interest in retail shopping.
Dwell time in Northern Ireland has decreased both week-on-week and year-on-year, reflecting shorter visits. Conversely, the South East experienced a notable increase in dwell time, with a substantial rise year-on-year, suggesting longer stays at retail centres. Wales and the North West also saw increases in dwell time year-on-year, indicating a trend towards longer shopping trips in these regions.
The data also highlights specific retail centres that have performed exceptionally well, such as Clapham Road in London, which saw a significant increase in visitation, contrasting with centres like Wilmslow Road in the North West, which experienced a decline.
Market Outlook
Based on the direction of the latest footfall data and historical trends observed during the same period last year, we can anticipate the performance of retail centres over the next four weeks. The trend towards longer dwell times in regions like the South East and Wales suggests a continued preference for extended shopping experiences. However, areas with declining footfall, such as certain centres in the North West, may need to enhance their appeal to reverse this trend. Huq’s location intelligence analytics provide a crucial tool for businesses to forecast and adapt to these evolving market conditions.
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