From 2024 to 2025, domestic material consumption of metals in the UK is forecasted to remain steady at 180 kilograms per capita. However, from 2026 to 2028, consumption is expected to decrease to 170 kilograms per capita annually. This reflects a year-on-year decrease of about 5.56% between 2025 and 2026, stabilizing thereafter. Over the five-year forecast period from 2024 to 2028, the average annual change is a decline, indicative of a longer-term trend of reduced metal consumption.
Future trends to watch include the impact of sustainability initiatives and technological advancements in recycling, which may further reduce demand for raw metals. Additionally, economic factors and shifts in manufacturing could influence metal consumption patterns.
