The forecasted data for sand and gravel direct material inputs in the UK show a gradual decline from 2024 to 2028 when measured in metric tons per capita. Specifically, the values decrease from 1.73 in 2024 to 1.61 in 2028. This represents a year-on-year decrease of approximately 1.73% on average, with a compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of -1.49% over the five-year period. In 2023, this input stood at 1.76 metric tons per capita, marking a continued downward trend expected to persist into the near future.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts from shifts in government infrastructure policy, construction sector demand fluctuations, and environmental sustainability initiatives that may influence the supply and demand dynamics of sand and gravel in the UK market.
