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Sports Goods Manufacturing in the UK - Market Size, Industry Analysis, Trends and Forecasts (2025-2029)

Joseph Maher Joseph Maher London, United Kingdom Last Updated: June 2025 SIC UK-C323

Revenue

£10.8bn

2025-26

£11.4bn

Past 5-Year Growth

Profit

£X.Xbn

Employees

68,353

Businesses

8,097

Wages

£X.Xbn

Sports Goods Manufacturing in the UK industry analysis

The sporting goods manufacturing industry has benefitted from rising health consciousness over the past decade, which spurred an uptick in sports participation, driving demand. However, inflationary pressures plagued the industry in the aftermath of the COVID-19 outbreak, resulting in people cutting discretionary spending. Revenue is expected to grow at a compound annual rate of 2.6% over the five years through 2025 to €10.8 billion, including an estimated jump of 1.8% in 2025. Profit is also expected to edge upwards to 12.2% in 2025 as higher interest rates cool inflation and ease input cost pressures.

Trends and Insights

  • Cost of living pressures eat into demand. Sports goods are considered a nonessential goods, and therefore the first to go when consumers face budget concerns.
  • The popularity of golf soars. Golf has surged in popularity in recent years driving demand for golf clubs and gloves, aiding revenue growth.
  • Manufacturers face a string regulatory environment. As environmental concerns gain traction, regulation aimed at promoting sustainability has picked up, incurring additional costs for manufacturers such as the use of biodegradable fabrics.
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Top Questions Answered in this Report

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What is the market size of the Sports Goods Manufacturing industry in the United Kingdom in 2025?

The market size of the Sports Goods Manufacturing industry in the United Kingdom is £10.8bn in 2025.

How many businesses are there in the Sports Goods Manufacturing industry in the United Kingdom in 2025?

There are 8,097 businesses in the Sports Goods Manufacturing industry in the United Kingdom, which has grown at a CAGR of 2.7 % between 2020 and 2025.

Has the Sports Goods Manufacturing industry in the United Kingdom grown or declined over the past 5 years?

The market size of the Sports Goods Manufacturing industry in the United Kingdom has been growing at a CAGR of 3.8 % between 2020 and 2025.

What is the forecast growth of the Sports Goods Manufacturing industry in the United Kingdom over the next 5 years?

Over the next five years, the Sports Goods Manufacturing industry in the United Kingdom is expected to grow.

What does the Sports Goods Manufacturing industry in the United Kingdom include?

Playground equipment and swimming pools and Golf clubs and equipment are part of the Sports Goods Manufacturing industry in the United Kingdom.

How competitive is the Sports Goods Manufacturing industry in the United Kingdom?

The level of competition is high and increasing in the Sports Goods Manufacturing industry in the United Kingdom.

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Table of Contents

External Environment

Highlights

Trends
  • Regulation & Policy
  • Assistance

Key Takeaways

Manufacturers adhere to fierce safety standards. Manufacturers must make sure their products are risk-free for consumers, or face hefty fines, which threaten profitability.

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External Drivers

Analysis

What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Sports Goods Manufacturing in the UK industry?

Financial Benchmarks

Highlights

Trends
  • Profit Margin
  • Average Wage
  • Largest Cost

Key Takeaways

Value-added products lift profit. Manufacturers in high-end sectors like golf, which demand high-quality golf clubs, allow for premium pricing, aiding profit.

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Cost Structure

Charts
  • Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
  • Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
    • Marketing
    • Depreciation
    • Profit
    • Purchases
    • Wages
    • Rent
    • Utilities
    • Other
Analysis

What trends impact cost in the Sports Goods Manufacturing in the UK industry?


Key Ratios

Data tables
  • IVA/Revenue (2015-2030)
  • Imports/Demand (2015-2030)
  • Exports/Revenue (2015-2030)
  • Revenue per Employee (2015-2030)
  • Wages/Revenue (2015-2030)
  • Employees per Establishment (2015-2030)
  • Average Wage (2015-2030)

Country Benchmarks

European Leaders & Laggards

Data Tables

Top and bottom five countries listed for each:

  • Revenue Growth (2025)
  • Business Growth (2025)
  • Job Growth (2025)

European Country Performance

Data Tables

Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:

  • IVA/Revenue (2025)
  • Imports/Demand (2025)
  • Exports/Revenue (2025)
  • Revenue per Employee (2025)
  • Wages/Revenue (2025)
  • Employees per Establishment (2025)
  • Average Wage (2025)

Structural Comparison

Data Tables

Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe

  • Concentration
  • Competition
  • Barriers to Entry
  • Buyer Power
  • Supplier Power
  • Volatility
  • Capital Intensity
  • Innovation
  • Life Cycle

Key Statistics

Industry Data

Data Tables

Including values and annual change:

  • Revenue (2015-2030)
  • IVA (2015-2030)
  • Establishments (2015-2030)
  • Enterprises (2015-2030)
  • Employment (2015-2030)
  • Exports (2015-2030)
  • Imports (2015-2030)
  • Wages (2015-2030)

Methodology

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