Between 2013 and 2023, the number of self-employed people in the recreational activities sector in the Netherlands witnessed a consistent increase, moving from 67,000 units to 91,000 units. The annual growth rate varied, with significant years like 2014 and 2015 showing substantial increases of approximately 4.48% and 4.29%, respectively. The sector maintained an average annual growth rate (CAGR) around 3.5% over the extended period but faced a dip in 2020 due to a -3.57% impact, likely influenced by the pandemic. Recovery followed, marked by a notable year-on-year increase of 7.32% in 2022.
The forecast for 2024 and beyond projects a steady increase, anticipating about 102,000 self-employed individuals by 2028. The average annual growth has been adjusted to 1.65% for the next five years, indicating an overall growth of 8.51% from 2024 to 2028.
Future trends to watch for include:
• Potential impact of digital transformation and evolving consumer preferences on recreational activities.
• Policy changes encouraging self-employment and entrepreneurship within the sector.
• Economic factors and their influence on disposable income and leisure spending.
