Forecast: Water Utility Number of Enterprises in the UK

In 2023, the number of water utility enterprises in the UK stood at 118. Forecasts suggest stability from 2024 to 2025 with 118 enterprises, while a slight decline to 117 is predicted starting 2026 through 2028. This indicates a marginal downward trend beginning in 2026, representing a negligible year-on-year decrease in company numbers.

Future trends to watch for:

• Potential mergers and consolidations affecting enterprise numbers.
• Regulatory changes influencing market entry or exit.
• Technological advances prompting industry shifts.