Gross investment in the UK's civil engineering sector has shown substantial variability over the past decade, marked by sharp increases and decreases. After notable growth from 2013 to 2015, the sector experienced a major spike in 2017, followed by significant fluctuations up to 2023. As of 2023, the investment stood at 3970 million pounds sterling. Over the last two years, growth has slowed down, with year-on-year variations of 5.66% in 2022 and 5.26% in 2023. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years stands at 20.06%. Looking forward, the forecast indicates a steady increase, with a 5-year CAGR of 3.63% and an overall growth rate of 19.53% by 2028.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts of government infrastructure policies, technological advancements in civil engineering, and economic factors influencing investment capacity. Additionally, sustainability initiatives and regulatory changes could play significant roles in shaping investment patterns in this sector.