Based on the available data, the number of persons employed in the UK warehousing and storage sector is projected to steadily increase from 227.75 thousand employees in 2024 to 247.36 thousand in 2028. In 2023, the employment level was at 222.9 thousand.
The key insights include:
- Year-on-year variations indicate a consistent growth pattern, with employment increasing by approximately 2.2% from 2024 to 2025, 2.1% from 2025 to 2026, 2% from 2026 to 2027, and 1.97% from 2027 to 2028.
- The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year period from 2023 to 2028 is approximately 2.1%, reflecting steady and sustained growth in the sector.
Future trends to watch for include technological advancements in automation and robotics, which may impact job roles and employment numbers despite the overall growth in warehousing capacity. The sector’s evolution in response to e-commerce growth and supply chain diversification will also be crucial for future employment trends.
