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Gas Utilities in the UK - Market Size, Industry Analysis, Trends and Forecasts (2025-2029)

John Griffin John Griffin London, United Kingdom Last Updated: July 2025 SIC UK-D352

Revenue

£401.9bn

2025-26

£403.4bn

Past 5-Year Growth

Profit

£XX.Xbn

Employees

431k

Businesses

4,184

Wages

£XX.Xbn

Gas Utilities in the UK industry analysis

The Gas Utilities industry in Europe has been anything but steady recently. The Russia-Ukraine war has rocked the whole supply chain, with Russia tightening its gas supply, Europe hustling to cut its reliance on Russian gas and gas prices shooting up following the initial invasion. Amid unprecedented price increases and threats to the supply of gas into Europe, European governments have been forced to step in to support customers and protect energy supplies. All that aside, the industry remains threatened by a long-term decline in gas consumption and accelerating efforts to transition to renewable sources of energy. 

Trends and Insights

  • The Russia-Ukraine war shocked the European gas market. The conflict led to supply cuts, diversification of energy sources, and fluctuating gas prices, affecting revenue and profitability throughout the energy value chain.
  • US tariffs are set to drive up wholesale gas prices. . As a major exporter of LNG to the global market, potential tariffs placed on US LNG would drive up wholesale prices
  • The level of concentration varies between countries and depending on operation types. A small number of companies dominate gas manufacturing and distribution markets, while increased competition has lessened concentration in gas supply markets in recent years.
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Top Questions Answered in this Report

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What is the market size of the Gas Utilities industry in the United Kingdom in 2025?

The market size of the Gas Utilities industry in the United Kingdom is £401.9bn in 2025.

How many businesses are there in the Gas Utilities industry in the United Kingdom in 2025?

There are 4,184 businesses in the Gas Utilities industry in the United Kingdom, which has grown at a CAGR of 2.6 % between 2020 and 2025.

Has the Gas Utilities industry in the United Kingdom grown or declined over the past 5 years?

The market size of the Gas Utilities industry in the United Kingdom has been growing at a CAGR of 2.5 % between 2020 and 2025.

What is the forecast growth of the Gas Utilities industry in the United Kingdom over the next 5 years?

Over the next five years, the Gas Utilities industry in the United Kingdom is expected to grow.

What does the Gas Utilities industry in the United Kingdom include?

Gas supply and Gas distribution are part of the Gas Utilities industry in the United Kingdom.

How competitive is the Gas Utilities industry in the United Kingdom?

The level of competition is moderate and increasing in the Gas Utilities industry in the United Kingdom.

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Table of Contents

External Environment

Highlights

Trends
  • Regulation & Policy
  • Assistance

Key Takeaways

Strict legislation increases competition and promotes green alternatives. Utility regulation mainly relates to market liberalisation, promoting competition, ensuring supply security, and integrating renewable energy sources.

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External Drivers

Analysis

What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Gas Utilities in the UK industry?

Financial Benchmarks

Highlights

Trends
  • Profit Margin
  • Average Wage
  • Largest Cost

Key Takeaways

Soaring wholesale prices are a double-edged sword. While gas manufacturers experienced a boost in profitability, retailers were forced to absorb most of the cost increases.

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Cost Structure

Charts
  • Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
  • Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
    • Marketing
    • Depreciation
    • Profit
    • Purchases
    • Wages
    • Rent
    • Utilities
    • Other
Analysis

What trends impact cost in the Gas Utilities in the UK industry?


Key Ratios

Data tables
  • IVA/Revenue (2015-2030)
  • Imports/Demand (2015-2030)
  • Exports/Revenue (2015-2030)
  • Revenue per Employee (2015-2030)
  • Wages/Revenue (2015-2030)
  • Employees per Establishment (2015-2030)
  • Average Wage (2015-2030)

Country Benchmarks

European Leaders & Laggards

Data Tables

Top and bottom five countries listed for each:

  • Revenue Growth (2025)
  • Business Growth (2025)
  • Job Growth (2025)

European Country Performance

Data Tables

Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:

  • IVA/Revenue (2025)
  • Imports/Demand (2025)
  • Exports/Revenue (2025)
  • Revenue per Employee (2025)
  • Wages/Revenue (2025)
  • Employees per Establishment (2025)
  • Average Wage (2025)

Structural Comparison

Data Tables

Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe

  • Concentration
  • Competition
  • Barriers to Entry
  • Buyer Power
  • Supplier Power
  • Volatility
  • Capital Intensity
  • Innovation
  • Life Cycle

Key Statistics

Industry Data

Data Tables

Including values and annual change:

  • Revenue (2015-2030)
  • IVA (2015-2030)
  • Establishments (2015-2030)
  • Enterprises (2015-2030)
  • Employment (2015-2030)
  • Exports (2015-2030)
  • Imports (2015-2030)
  • Wages (2015-2030)

Methodology

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