Recent data from Huq Industries reveals nuanced trends in footfall, dwell time, and weekday visitation across major retail centres in the UK. As of the week ending December 7, 2024, different regions exhibit varied patterns, reflecting the dynamic nature of consumer behaviour in these areas.
Major Retail Centres Daily Footfall
Regional Footfall Trends
In Northern Ireland, despite a slight week-on-week decrease in footfall, the region shows a robust increase in average daily footfall compared to the same period last year. London, on the other hand, maintains a steady footfall with minimal week-on-week change but shows a significant increase year-on-year.
Dwell Time Analysis
Dwell time, which indicates the average time spent per visit, varies significantly across regions. The East Midlands and East of England both report an increase in dwell time year-on-year, suggesting that visitors are spending more time per visit in these areas.
Weekday Visitation Shares
Weekday visitation shares, which reflect the percentage of total visits that occur on weekdays, also show interesting trends. The North West and South West regions have seen increases in their weekday visitation shares, indicating a shift towards weekday shopping.
Market Outlook
Based on the direction of the latest data and trends from the same period last year, we can anticipate continued variability in footfall and dwell times across the UK’s major retail centres over the coming four weeks.
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