United Kingdom Textile Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034
Description
The United Kingdom textile market reached approximately USD 35.43 Billion in 2024. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 2.70% between 2025 and 2034, reaching a value of around USD 46.25 Billion by 2034.
United Kingdom Textile Market Outlook
As of October 2023, the fashion and textile sector in the UK made a direct contribution of £62 billion to the UK GDP, supported 1.3 million jobs nationwide, and generated over £23 billion in tax revenues.
In 2021, the primary countries that the United Kingdom imported textiles and clothing were China, Turkey, Bangladesh, Italy, and India.
The United Kingdom annually imports clothing valued at approximately $24 billion from India.
United Kingdom Textile Market Growth
In April of 2024, the United Kingdom experienced a significant increase in clothing imports, reaching £1.292 billion, marking an 8.75% rise compared to the previous year. Additionally, textile fabric imports also saw growth, increasing by 6.91% to £464 million.
The export of textiles from the UK to other nations is impacted by various elements such as trade deals, market demand, product quality, and competitive pricing. The UK's extensive textile manufacturing heritage, especially in areas renowned for specific types of textiles like Scottish wool and Yorkshire textiles, adds to the attractiveness of UK goods overseas. As of 2021, the primary countries that the United Kingdom exported textiles and clothing to were the United States, Germany, Netherlands, Ireland, and Italy.
Furthermore, consumer awareness and desire for sustainable and ethically made textiles continue to push the market forward. Eco-friendly materials, fair trade practices, and transparent supply chains are becoming top priorities for consumers. The second UKFT Sustainability conference, organised on September 28, 2023, in London, aimed to further educate market professionals on the environmental benefits of different fibres and certification schemes, as well as the current sustainability legislation landscape. This event was built upon the success of the 2022 conference by offering tailored assistance and advice for the UK textile sector.
United Kingdom Textile Industry Segmentation
“United Kingdom Textile Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034” offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:
Market Breakup by Material:
Cotton
Wool
Silk
Chemical
Others
Market Breakup by Product:
Natural Fibres
Polyester
Nylon
Others
Market Breakup by Application:
Fashion and Clothing_x000D_ _x000D_ Apparel _x000D_ Ties and Clothing Accessories _x000D_ Handbag _x000D_ Others _x000D_ _x000D_
Fashion and Clothing_x000D_ _x000D_ Apparel _x000D_ Ties and Clothing Accessories _x000D_ Handbag _x000D_ Others _x000D_ _x000D_
Industrial/Technical _x000D_ _x000D_ Construction _x000D_ Transport _x000D_ Medical _x000D_ Protective _x000D_ _x000D_
Household _x000D_ _x000D_ Bedding _x000D_ Kitchen _x000D_ Upholstery _x000D_ Towel _x000D_ Others _x000D_ _x000D_
Others
Industrial/Technical _x000D_ _x000D_ Construction _x000D_ Transport _x000D_ Medical _x000D_ Protective _x000D_ _x000D_
Fashion and Clothing_x000D_ _x000D_ Apparel _x000D_ Ties and Clothing Accessories _x000D_ Handbag _x000D_ Others _x000D_ _x000D_
Industrial/Technical _x000D_ _x000D_ Construction _x000D_ Transport _x000D_ Medical _x000D_ Protective _x000D_ _x000D_
Household _x000D_ _x000D_ Bedding _x000D_ Kitchen _x000D_ Upholstery _x000D_ Towel _x000D_ Others _x000D_ _x000D_
Others
Household _x000D_ _x000D_ Bedding _x000D_ Kitchen _x000D_ Upholstery _x000D_ Towel _x000D_ Others _x000D_ _x000D_
Fashion and Clothing_x000D_ _x000D_ Apparel _x000D_ Ties and Clothing Accessories _x000D_ Handbag _x000D_ Others _x000D_ _x000D_
Industrial/Technical _x000D_ _x000D_ Construction _x000D_ Transport _x000D_ Medical _x000D_ Protective _x000D_ _x000D_
Household _x000D_ _x000D_ Bedding _x000D_ Kitchen _x000D_ Upholstery _x000D_ Towel _x000D_ Others _x000D_ _x000D_
Others
Others
Market Breakup by Region:
England
Wales
Scotland
Northern Ireland
United Kingdom Textile Market Share
Based on material, the market is segmented into cotton, wool, silk, and chemical, among others. The chemical segment is projected to grow at a CAGR of 3.1% during the forecast period of 2025-2034. Chemicals play an essential role in improving the appearance, functionality, and wearability of textiles.
Leading Companies in the United Kingdom Textile Market
Major players are focusing on the application of sustainable raw materials and the adoption of advanced technological production practices to gain a competitive edge in the market.
Toray Industries, Inc.
Coats Group PLC
W.Ball & Son Limited (Baltex)
AW Hainsworth & Sons Ltd.
Arville Textiles Ltd.
Carrington Textiles Limited
British Millerain Co. Ltd.
Rivertex Technical Fabrics Group
Allied Textiles Ltd.
Others
United Kingdom Textile Market Outlook
As of October 2023, the fashion and textile sector in the UK made a direct contribution of £62 billion to the UK GDP, supported 1.3 million jobs nationwide, and generated over £23 billion in tax revenues.
In 2021, the primary countries that the United Kingdom imported textiles and clothing were China, Turkey, Bangladesh, Italy, and India.
The United Kingdom annually imports clothing valued at approximately $24 billion from India.
United Kingdom Textile Market Growth
In April of 2024, the United Kingdom experienced a significant increase in clothing imports, reaching £1.292 billion, marking an 8.75% rise compared to the previous year. Additionally, textile fabric imports also saw growth, increasing by 6.91% to £464 million.
The export of textiles from the UK to other nations is impacted by various elements such as trade deals, market demand, product quality, and competitive pricing. The UK's extensive textile manufacturing heritage, especially in areas renowned for specific types of textiles like Scottish wool and Yorkshire textiles, adds to the attractiveness of UK goods overseas. As of 2021, the primary countries that the United Kingdom exported textiles and clothing to were the United States, Germany, Netherlands, Ireland, and Italy.
Furthermore, consumer awareness and desire for sustainable and ethically made textiles continue to push the market forward. Eco-friendly materials, fair trade practices, and transparent supply chains are becoming top priorities for consumers. The second UKFT Sustainability conference, organised on September 28, 2023, in London, aimed to further educate market professionals on the environmental benefits of different fibres and certification schemes, as well as the current sustainability legislation landscape. This event was built upon the success of the 2022 conference by offering tailored assistance and advice for the UK textile sector.
United Kingdom Textile Industry Segmentation
“United Kingdom Textile Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034” offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:
Market Breakup by Material:
Cotton
Wool
Silk
Chemical
Others
Market Breakup by Product:
Natural Fibres
Polyester
Nylon
Others
Market Breakup by Application:
Fashion and Clothing_x000D_ _x000D_ Apparel _x000D_ Ties and Clothing Accessories _x000D_ Handbag _x000D_ Others _x000D_ _x000D_
Fashion and Clothing_x000D_ _x000D_ Apparel _x000D_ Ties and Clothing Accessories _x000D_ Handbag _x000D_ Others _x000D_ _x000D_
Industrial/Technical _x000D_ _x000D_ Construction _x000D_ Transport _x000D_ Medical _x000D_ Protective _x000D_ _x000D_
Household _x000D_ _x000D_ Bedding _x000D_ Kitchen _x000D_ Upholstery _x000D_ Towel _x000D_ Others _x000D_ _x000D_
Others
Industrial/Technical _x000D_ _x000D_ Construction _x000D_ Transport _x000D_ Medical _x000D_ Protective _x000D_ _x000D_
Fashion and Clothing_x000D_ _x000D_ Apparel _x000D_ Ties and Clothing Accessories _x000D_ Handbag _x000D_ Others _x000D_ _x000D_
Industrial/Technical _x000D_ _x000D_ Construction _x000D_ Transport _x000D_ Medical _x000D_ Protective _x000D_ _x000D_
Household _x000D_ _x000D_ Bedding _x000D_ Kitchen _x000D_ Upholstery _x000D_ Towel _x000D_ Others _x000D_ _x000D_
Others
Household _x000D_ _x000D_ Bedding _x000D_ Kitchen _x000D_ Upholstery _x000D_ Towel _x000D_ Others _x000D_ _x000D_
Fashion and Clothing_x000D_ _x000D_ Apparel _x000D_ Ties and Clothing Accessories _x000D_ Handbag _x000D_ Others _x000D_ _x000D_
Industrial/Technical _x000D_ _x000D_ Construction _x000D_ Transport _x000D_ Medical _x000D_ Protective _x000D_ _x000D_
Household _x000D_ _x000D_ Bedding _x000D_ Kitchen _x000D_ Upholstery _x000D_ Towel _x000D_ Others _x000D_ _x000D_
Others
Others
Market Breakup by Region:
England
Wales
Scotland
Northern Ireland
United Kingdom Textile Market Share
Based on material, the market is segmented into cotton, wool, silk, and chemical, among others. The chemical segment is projected to grow at a CAGR of 3.1% during the forecast period of 2025-2034. Chemicals play an essential role in improving the appearance, functionality, and wearability of textiles.
Leading Companies in the United Kingdom Textile Market
Major players are focusing on the application of sustainable raw materials and the adoption of advanced technological production practices to gain a competitive edge in the market.
Toray Industries, Inc.
Coats Group PLC
W.Ball & Son Limited (Baltex)
AW Hainsworth & Sons Ltd.
Arville Textiles Ltd.
Carrington Textiles Limited
British Millerain Co. Ltd.
Rivertex Technical Fabrics Group
Allied Textiles Ltd.
Others
Table of Contents
134 Pages
- 1 Executive Summary
- 1.1 Market Size 2024-2025
- 1.2 Market Growth 2025(F)-2034(F)
- 1.3 Key Demand Drivers
- 1.4 Key Players and Competitive Structure
- 1.5 Industry Best Practices
- 1.6 Recent Trends and Developments
- 1.7 Industry Outlook
- 2 Market Overview and Stakeholder Insights
- 2.1 Market Trends
- 2.2 Key Verticals
- 2.3 Key Regions
- 2.4 Supplier Power
- 2.5 Buyer Power
- 2.6 Key Market Opportunities and Risks
- 2.7 Key Initiatives by Stakeholders
- 3 Economic Summary
- 3.1 GDP Outlook
- 3.2 GDP Per Capita Growth
- 3.3 Inflation Trends
- 3.4 Democracy Index
- 3.5 Gross Public Debt Ratios
- 3.6 Balance of Payment (BoP) Position
- 3.7 Population Outlook
- 3.8 Urbanisation Trends
- 4 Country Risk Profiles
- 4.1 Country Risk
- 4.2 Business Climate
- 5 Europe Textile Market Overview
- 5.1 Key Industry Highlights
- 5.2 Europe Textile Historical Market (2018-2024)
- 5.3 Europe Textile Market Forecast (2025-2034)
- 6 United Kingdom Textile Market Overview
- 6.1 Key Industry Highlights
- 6.2 United Kingdom Textile Historical Market (2018-2024)
- 6.3 United Kingdom Textile Market Forecast (2025-2034)
- 7 United Kingdom Textile Market by Material
- 7.1 Cotton
- 7.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 7.1.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 7.2 Wool
- 7.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 7.2.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 7.3 Silk
- 7.3.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 7.3.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 7.4 Chemical
- 7.4.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 7.4.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 7.5 Others
- 8 United Kingdom Textile Market by Product
- 8.1 Natural Fibres
- 8.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 8.1.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 8.2 Polyester
- 8.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 8.2.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 8.3 Nylon
- 8.3.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 8.3.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 8.4 Others
- 9 United Kingdom Textile Market by Application
- 9.1 Fashion and Clothing
- 9.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 9.1.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 9.1.3 Breakup by Type
- 9.1.3.1 Apparel
- 9.1.3.2 Ties and Clothing Accessories
- 9.1.3.3 Handbag
- 9.1.3.4 Others
- 9.2 Industrial/Technical
- 9.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 9.2.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 9.2.3 Breakup by Type
- 9.2.3.1 Construction
- 9.2.3.2 Transport
- 9.2.3.3 Medical
- 9.2.3.4 Protective
- 9.3 Household
- 9.3.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 9.3.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 9.3.3 Breakup by Type
- 9.3.3.1 Bedding
- 9.3.3.2 Kitchen
- 9.3.3.3 Upholstery
- 9.3.3.4 Towel
- 9.3.3.5 Others
- 9.4 Others
- 10 United Kingdom Textile Market by Region
- 10.1 England
- 10.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 10.1.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 10.2 Wales
- 10.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 10.2.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 10.3 Scotland
- 10.3.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 10.3.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 10.4 Northern Ireland
- 10.4.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
- 10.4.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
- 11 Market Dynamics
- 11.1 SWOT Analysis
- 11.1.1 Strengths
- 11.1.2 Weaknesses
- 11.1.3 Opportunities
- 11.1.4 Threats
- 11.2 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
- 11.2.1 Supplier’s Power
- 11.2.2 Buyer’s Power
- 11.2.3 Threat of New Entrants
- 11.2.4 Degree of Rivalry
- 11.2.5 Threat of Substitutes
- 11.3 Key Indicators of Demand
- 11.4 Key Indicators of Price
- 12 Value Chain Analysis
- 13 Trade Data Analysis (HS Code – 593, 5911)
- 13.1 Major Exporting Countries
- 13.1.1 By Value
- 13.1.2 By Volume
- 13.2 Major Importing Countries
- 13.2.1 By Value
- 13.2.2 By Volume
- 14 Competitive Landscape
- 14.1 Supplier Selection
- 14.2 Key Global Players
- 14.3 Key Regional Players
- 14.4 Key Player Strategies
- 14.5 Company Profiles
- 14.5.1 Toray Industries, Inc.
- 14.5.1.1 Company Overview
- 14.5.1.2 Product Portfolio
- 14.5.1.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
- 14.5.1.4 Certifications
- 14.5.2 Coats Group PLC
- 14.5.2.1 Company Overview
- 14.5.2.2 Product Portfolio
- 14.5.2.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
- 14.5.2.4 Certifications
- 14.5.3 W.Ball & Son Limited (Baltex)
- 14.5.3.1 Company Overview
- 14.5.3.2 Product Portfolio
- 14.5.3.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
- 14.5.3.4 Certifications
- 14.5.4 AW Hainsworth & Sons Ltd.
- 14.5.4.1 Company Overview
- 14.5.4.2 Product Portfolio
- 14.5.4.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
- 14.5.4.4 Certifications
- 14.5.5 Arville Textiles Ltd.
- 14.5.5.1 Company Overview
- 14.5.5.2 Product Portfolio
- 14.5.5.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
- 14.5.5.4 Certifications
- 14.5.6 Carrington Textiles Limited
- 14.5.6.1 Company Overview
- 14.5.6.2 Product Portfolio
- 14.5.6.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
- 14.5.6.4 Certifications
- 14.5.7 British Millerain Co. Ltd.
- 14.5.7.1 Company Overview
- 14.5.7.2 Product Portfolio
- 14.5.7.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
- 14.5.7.4 Certifications
- 14.5.8 Rivertex Technical Fabrics Group
- 14.5.8.1 Company Overview
- 14.5.8.2 Product Portfolio
- 14.5.8.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
- 14.5.8.4 Certifications
- 14.5.9 Allied Textiles Ltd.
- 14.5.9.1 Company Overview
- 14.5.9.2 Product Portfolio
- 14.5.9.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
- 14.5.9.4 Certifications
- 14.5.10 Others
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