UK Workwear Market Size & Outlook, 2025-2033

The workwear market in UK is expected to reach a projected revenue of US$ 1,147.7 million by 2033. A compound annual growth rate of 3.7% is expected of UK workwear market from 2025 to 2033.
Revenue, 2024 (US$M)
$833.3
Forecast, 2033 (US$M)
$1,147.7
CAGR, 2025 - 2033
3.7%
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UK workwear market, 2021-2033 (US$M)

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UK workwear market highlights

  • The UK workwear market generated a revenue of USD 833.3 million in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 1,147.7 million by 2033.
  • The UK market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 3.7% from 2025 to 2033.
  • In terms of segment, workwear apparel was the largest revenue generating product in 2024.
  • Workwear Footwear is the most lucrative product segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.


Workwear market data book summary

Market revenue in 2024USD 833.3 million
Market revenue in 2033USD 1,147.7 million
Growth rate3.7% (CAGR from 2025 to 2033)
Largest segmentWorkwear apparel
Fastest growing segmentWorkwear Footwear
Historical data2021 - 2023
Base year2024
Forecast period2025 - 2033
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationWorkwear Apparel, Workwear Footwear
Key market players worldwideAramark, 3M Co, Ansell Ltd, Honeywell International Inc, Kimberly-Clark Corp, Carhartt, Alsico, Lafont, Hard Yakka


Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, UK accounted for 4.5% of the global workwear market in 2024.
  • Country-wise, U.S. is expected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2033.
  • In Europe, Germany workwear market is projected to lead the regional market in terms of revenue in 2033.
  • Spain is the fastest growing regional market in Europe and is projected to reach USD 815.5 million by 2033.

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Workwear Market Scope

Workwear market segmentation & scope
General Apparel
Protective Apparel
General Footwear
Protective Footwear
Men
Women
Construction
Chemical
Power
Food and Beverage
Biological
Others

Workwear Market Companies

Name Profile # Employees HQ Website
Hard Yakka View profile 1-10 Upland, California, United States, North America http://www.hardyakka.com.au
Lafont View profile 1-10 Issy-les-moulineaux, Ile-de-France, France, Europe https://www.lafont.com/
Alsico View profile 1001-5000 Ronse, Oost-Vlaanderen, Belgium, Europe https://www.alsico.com/
Carhartt View profile 5001-10000 Dearborn, Michigan, United States, North America http://www.carhartt.com
Ansell Ltd View profile 14414 678 Victoria Street, Level 3, Richmond, VIC, Australia, 3121 https://www.ansell.com
Aramark View profile 262550 2400 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States, 19103 https://www.aramark.com
Honeywell International Inc View profile 95000 855 South Mint Street, Charlotte, NC, United States, 28202 https://www.honeywell.com
3M Co View profile 85000 3M Center, St. Paul, MN, United States, 55144 https://www.3m.com
Kimberly-Clark Corp View profile 41000 P.O. Box 619100, Dallas, TX, United States, 75261-9100 https://www.kimberly-clark.com

UK workwear market outlook

The databook is designed to serve as a comprehensive guide to navigating this sector. The databook focuses on market statistics denoted in the form of revenue and y-o-y growth and CAGR across the globe and regions. A detailed competitive and opportunity analyses related to workwear market will help companies and investors design strategic landscapes.


Workwear apparel was the largest segment with a revenue share of 73.81% in 2024. Horizon Databook has segmented the UK workwear market based on workwear apparel, workwear footwear covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2021 to 2033.


Growing awareness and adoption of safety standards and regulations is driving the demand for safety workwear. The preference for multi-functional garments that offer comfort and performance is rising. Companies are increasingly launching innovative protective clothing to enhance safety across automotive and chemical manufacturing facilities across the U.K. 

For example, in July 2023, DuPont launched a new disposable coverall, which brings together optimal protection and comfort. The product is aimed at workers across automotive, giga factories, and chemical manufacturing such as electric vehicle (E.V.) battery production. 

DuPont's trademarked Tyvek 400 Dual TG offers comprehensive protection from hazardous chemicals in E.V. battery manufacturing and other industrial settings, covering the entire body. The garment enhances breathability, thereby increasing comfort for workers required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) during extended shifts.

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