The import volume of women's and girls' non-knitted or crocheted textile items to the UK is projected to decline from 7.2878 million items in 2024 to 4.5537 million items by 2028. Comparing the forecasts, there is a consistent year-on-year decrease. Specifically, the expected drop from 2024 to 2025 is around 9.66%, 10.48% from 2025 to 2026, 11.47% from 2026 to 2027, and 12.72% from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this period is approximately -11.23%.
Future trends to watch for include changing consumer preferences towards sustainable and locally-produced garments, potential shifts in trade policies post-Brexit, and advancements in textile technology, which could influence import patterns.
