Recent footfall data from Huq Industries highlights nuanced trends across various retail centers in the UK, reflecting the dynamic nature of consumer mobility and its implications for retail strategies. As of the week ending December 21, 2024, London shows a slight decrease in footfall week-on-week but maintains robust year-on-year growth, while regions like Northern Ireland and Wales exhibit significant increases, suggesting recovery or growth in retail activity.
Daily Footfall by Retail Centre Type
Major Retail Centres in London
In London, despite a slight week-on-week decrease, the year-on-year data shows a strong upward trend, affirming the city’s resilience in the retail sector. The average visit dwell time in London has increased slightly from the previous week, indicating higher engagement at retail venues. This data underscores the importance of location intelligence in shaping effective retail strategies. For more details, see the full report on London’s footfall data.
Retail Parks Across the UK
Retail parks show a mixed bag of results with some regions experiencing slight declines in footfall while others see improvements in dwell times. For instance, Yorkshire and the Humber saw a slight week-on-week decrease in footfall by 0.7%, but the average visit dwell time increased by 5.2% from the previous week. Conversely, the South West experienced a 2.3% decrease in footfall week-on-week. These regional variations highlight the dynamic nature of retail park visitation in the UK, influenced by a range of factors from local economic conditions to seasonal changes. More insights can be found in the Retail Parks Footfall Report.
Local Retail Centres
Local retail centres also reflect subtle yet significant shifts in consumer behavior. Most regions have experienced a slight decrease compared to the previous week, with the South West showing the most significant drop. However, London stands out with a slight increase in footfall year on year, suggesting a resilient consumer base in the capital. Detailed analysis is available in the Local Retail Centres Footfall Report.
Shopping Centres Dynamics
Shopping centres across the UK show a mixed picture with some regions experiencing growth while others face declines. London has seen a significant increase in average daily footfall year on year, reflecting a robust recovery in consumer confidence and spending in the capital. More details on these trends can be found in the Shopping Centres Footfall Report.
High Streets and Town Centres
High Streets and Town Centres have shown varied trends across the UK. The West Midlands, for instance, saw a slight increase in average daily footfall, while Wales experienced a notable decrease in footfall, with a 28.2% drop year-on-year. These insights are crucial for understanding regional consumer trends and adapting strategies accordingly. For more information, see the High Streets and Town Centres Footfall Report.
Market Outlook
Based on the current footfall statistics and historical data from this time last year, it is likely that London will continue to see stable footfall levels, with potential for slight increases. The South West may continue to face challenges unless new retail strategies are implemented. The positive trends in Northern Ireland and Wales suggest that these regions could experience continued growth in retail footfall, supported by effective location intelligence strategies.
Partner with Huq
Track consumer footfall and spend dynamics across your store network using Huq data and compare to your own sales data. Gain insights into crucial questions such as ‘are we out-performing the market’, ‘where our similar locations for new store growth’, and ‘how healthy is this retail centre’. If you are interested in basing your location insights to actual consumer behaviour then please connect with our team.
Partner with Huq
Track consumer footfall and spend dynamics across your store network using Huq data and compare to your own sales data. Gain insights into crucial questions such as ‘are we out-performing the market’, ‘where our similar locations for new store growth’, and ‘how healthy is this retail centre’.
If you are interested in basing your location insights to actual consumer behaviour then please connect with our team.
