UK Second-Hand
Market Intelligence

The UK second-hand market is projected to reach £4.8 billion in 2025, representing an 11.6% increase from 2024. Over 65% of UK adults now buy pre-loved items regularly, with average monthly spend reaching £124.80. This growth is driven by sustained cost-of-living pressures and increasing environmental consciousness among consumers.

London maintains the highest average second-hand item prices at £68.50, followed by Bristol (£54.20) and Manchester (£52.30). However, Manchester shows the fastest growth at 15.8% year-on-year, while Glasgow offers the most affordable average prices at £42.10.

Fake product listings account for 34% of reported marketplace scams, followed by off-platform payment requests (28%), non-delivery (18%), overpayment scams (12%), and identity theft (8%). UK consumers lost an estimated £960 million to scams in the past 12 months. Always use platform payment protection and inspect items before paying.

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Clothing & Fashion leads the UK second-hand market with 37% of total spending, driven by fast fashion backlash and platforms like Depop and Vinted. Electronics follows at 23% (refurbished phones and laptops), Home & Furniture at 16%, and Motoring at 13% (showing the strongest growth at 14.5% year-on-year).