In 2023, the number of employees in Sports Activities, Amusement, and Recreation Activities in the UK stood at a pre-forecast baseline. By 2024, projections indicate a steady increase with an employee count rising incrementally each year: 390.85k in 2024 to 406.14k by 2028. The forecasted year-on-year growth shows a consistent upward trend.
- 2024: +1.01%
- 2025: +1.01%
- 2026: +0.98%
- 2027: +0.95%
- 2028: +0.92%
The five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is projected to be around 0.97% annually.
Future trends to watch include the potential impact of increased digital and virtual experiences in sports and recreation, the influence of economic conditions on discretionary spending, and shifts in consumer preferences towards health and wellness activities which could further stimulate employment growth in this sector.
