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Wired Telecommunications Services in the UK - Market Size, Industry Analysis, Trends and Forecasts (2025-2029)

Harry Dee Harry Dee London, United Kingdom Last Updated: June 2025 SIC UK-J611

Revenue

£231.6bn

2025-26

£235.5bn

Past 5-Year Growth

Profit

£XX.Xbn

Employees

943k

Businesses

23,821

Wages

£XX.Xbn

Wired Telecommunications Services in the UK industry analysis

Wired telecommunications carriers in Europe have contended with intensifying competition as wireless technology (including mobile phones, 5G home broadband and over-the-top TV) has encroached on key markets. The expanding popularity and coverage of wireless telecommunication services have put pressure on prices for traditional wired services, constraining average revenue per user (ARPU) and weakening subscription numbers. Revenue is forecast to sink at a compound annual rate of 2.5% over the five years through 2025 to €231.6 billion, including a 1.8% dip in revenue in 2025.

Trends and Insights

  • Investments in fibre optic technology have supported revenue. Wired telecommunications carriers have increasingly invested in fibre optic infrastructure and networks to meet the ever-growing demand for faster and more reliable internet connections.
  • PSTNs have already been switched off in some countries. Despite PSTNs being the largest service segment, many countries in Europe are phasing out PSTNs in favour of an internet-based network.
  • Larger carriers leverage economies of scale. Larger firms with greater resources are able to invest heavily in their services, helping to gain customers seeking the latest technologies and services.
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Top Questions Answered in this Report

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What is the market size of the Wired Telecommunications Services industry in the United Kingdom in 2025?

The market size of the Wired Telecommunications Services industry in the United Kingdom is £231.6bn in 2025.

How many businesses are there in the Wired Telecommunications Services industry in the United Kingdom in 2025?

There are 23,821 businesses in the Wired Telecommunications Services industry in the United Kingdom, which has declined at a CAGR of 2.8 % between 2020 and 2025.

Has the Wired Telecommunications Services industry in the United Kingdom grown or declined over the past 5 years?

The market size of the Wired Telecommunications Services industry in the United Kingdom has been declining at a CAGR of 1.4 % between 2020 and 2025.

What is the forecast growth of the Wired Telecommunications Services industry in the United Kingdom over the next 5 years?

Over the next five years, the Wired Telecommunications Services industry in the United Kingdom is expected to grow.

What does the Wired Telecommunications Services industry in the United Kingdom include?

Broadband and Cable television are part of the Wired Telecommunications Services industry in the United Kingdom.

How competitive is the Wired Telecommunications Services industry in the United Kingdom?

The level of competition is high and steady in the Wired Telecommunications Services industry in the United Kingdom.

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Table of Contents

External Environment

Highlights

Trends
  • Regulation & Policy
  • Assistance

Key Takeaways

Telecoms providers must follow regulations, like the EU Electronic Communications Code. Regulations vary between countries, but regulators promote competition, innovation and consumer rights.

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External Drivers

Analysis

What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Wired Telecommunications Services in the UK industry?

Financial Benchmarks

Highlights

Trends
  • Profit Margin
  • Average Wage
  • Largest Cost

Key Takeaways

High levels of competition constrain profitability. As providers battle to win customers through price competition, ARPU falls, weighing on revenue and profitability.

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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 Wired Telecommunications Services 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)

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