"While overall footfall fell for the sixth consecutive month, there was some good news on High Streets, which saw positive shopper traffic after a disappointing September. With consumer confidence remaining weak ahead of the possibility of a tax-raising Budget, many households have stayed away from shopping centres and retail parks. However, a Friday Halloween brought some welcome relief, delivering a late-month boost for retailers."
"Many retail locations have struggled to attract as many customers to their stores in recent years, buffeted by the high cost of living and poor consumer sentiment. It is vital the Chancellor uses the Budget to support shops - including large anchor stores - which help drive shopper traffic to high streets and surrounding businesses. Now is the moment for Government to deliver on their manifesto's business rates commitment, exclude retail from the new business rates surtax and ensure a meaningful rates reduction for the industry. This will help to boost investment in fresh and exciting shopping destinations, better in-store experiences and encourage shoppers to visit more often."
Total UK footfall decreased 0.7% year-on-year during the four weeks 05 Oct to 01 Nov 2025, an improvement from September's -1.8% decline. High Street footfall rose 0.6% year-on-year, up from -2.5% in September. Retail Park footfall fell 0.5% and Shopping Centre footfall fell 0.9%, both showing smaller declines than in September. Wales saw footfall increase 0.6% year-on-year while Scotland, Northern Ireland and England fell by 0.1%, 0.2% and 0.9% respectively. Overall footfall fell for a sixth consecutive month. Weak consumer confidence and cost-of-living pressures persist, with calls for Budget measures and business rates relief to support shops and boost investment.
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