The forecast for sand and gravel imports to the UK shows a steady decline from 2024 to 2028, based on per capita metrics. Specifically, the per capita import values decrease year-on-year by approximately 14.1% in 2025, 16.4% in 2026, 19.6% in 2027, and 22.2% in 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over these five years indicates a declining trend of about 16.3% annually from 2024 to 2028.
Future trends to watch for include potential shifts in domestic mining and production capabilities, changes in construction demand due to economic conditions, and the impact of regulatory or environmental policies on sand and gravel sourcing.
