Recent 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 September 8, 2024.
In the West Midlands, despite a slight week-on-week decrease in footfall, the region saw a modest year-on-year growth. Dwell time in London remained stable week-on-week but increased significantly compared to the previous year. The South West experienced a slight increase in dwell time week-on-week, although footfall slightly declined. Notably, Northern Ireland showed a remarkable year-on-year increase in footfall, positioning it as a standout region in this latest dataset.
Major Retail Centres Daily Footfall
Regional Analysis
The footfall data from Huq provides a detailed look into the dynamics of retail centre visitation. The West Midlands, a key area for retail activity, recorded a minor week-on-week dip in footfall but maintained a positive trajectory year-on-year. London showed stable footfall week-on-week, with a notable increase in dwell time.
In the South West there was a slight decline in visitors week-on-week, but an increase in dwell time suggests that those who do visit are engaging more with the offerings. Northern Ireland, however, stands out with a significant increase in footfall year-on-year.
Market Outlook
Looking ahead, the direction of the latest footfall statistics and historical data from the same period last year suggest that we can expect continued growth in regions like Northern Ireland, while areas like the West Midlands and London may see more stability in terms of footfall, with potential increases in dwell time. This forecast is based on the current trends observed in the Huq footfall data, which provides valuable location intelligence for retail strategists.
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