In 2023, the measured overweight or obese population of persons aged 15+ in the UK was at 65%. The forecasted data for the upcoming years shows a gradual increase: 65.3% in 2024, 65.6% in 2025, 65.8% in 2026, 66% in 2027, and 66.3% in 2028. This indicates a consistent year-on-year growth in the overweight or obese population. Over the last two years, from 2023 to 2025, the population increased by approximately 0.6%. Over the next five years, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) shows an average annual increase of about 0.26%.
Future trends to watch for include the potential influence of health policies, public awareness campaigns, and changes in lifestyle behaviors that may either accelerate or mitigate these forecasted increases. Monitoring these factors will be crucial for public health strategists aiming to curb the growing rates of overweight and obesity in the UK.
