The European internet usage landscape reveals robust connectivity in the Nordic countries, with Iceland, Norway, and Denmark leading in 2023. Southern European countries like Greece and Croatia display lower usage rates, although they exhibit positive growth rates. France, Hungary, and Montenegro experienced significant year-on-year increases, suggesting rapidly rising internet penetration. The United Kingdom and Germany showed marginal declines, potentially due to market maturity.
Future trends to watch include:
- Continued growth in internet usage in Southern and Eastern Europe, driven by technological advancements and infrastructure investments.
- Potential stagnation in highly saturated markets such as the Nordics and Western Europe.
- Increased focus on digital inclusivity, ensuring that all regions benefit from technological progress.
Top countries in Individuals Having Last Used the Internet in the Last 3 Months by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent of Persons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Iceland | 99.96 | 2023 | +0.18% | +0.19% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Norway | 99.58 | 2023 | -0.12% | +0.45% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Capital Region of Denmark | 99.23 | 2023 | |||
| 4 | 4 Southern Denmark | 99.03 | 2023 | |||
| 5 | 5 Luxembourg | 98.9 | 2023 | +0.67% | +0.49% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Central Denmark Region | 98.81 | 2023 | |||
| 7 | 7 North Denmark Region | 98.61 | 2023 | |||
| 8 | 8 Helsinki-Uusimaa (Finland) | 98.59 | 2023 | |||
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 98.34 | 2023 | +0.49% | +0.15% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Stockholm (Sweden) | 98.29 | 2023 |
