The forecast for individuals in Northern Ireland (UK) who have never accessed the Internet shows a declining trend from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, this figure stood at 3.51% of the population. Starting from 2024, this percentage is projected to drop to 3.09%, decreasing year-on-year by 13.27% in 2025, 14.55% in 2026, 17.03% in 2027, and 20.47% in 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for this period is a decline of 17.66%.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of governmental and private sector initiatives aimed at increasing digital literacy and accessibility, which could accelerate the reduction in people never using the Internet. Additionally, demographic shifts, such as aging populations, may influence these numbers differently over time.
