UK Parcel Market Size Report 2026

This hot-off-the-press report delivers an in-depth analysis of how 13 leading UK express carriers have performed and evolved since 2024, while uncovering how the cost of living crisis and global unrest are reshaping consumer behaviour.

Inside you will find a reliable and detailed view of the overall market size (both in revenues and volumes) and the shares held by each carrier. It also provides a B2B/B2C/C2X segmentation, a view into the preferred service levels, a volumetric (or package size) analysis, as well as domestic and international traffic. The edition also includes a weight band analysis.

This all-in-one resource saves you time while delivering a thorough analysis of the UK parcel delivery sector. It also serves as a powerful competitive analysis tool, supporting marketing initiatives, strategic decision-making, and acting as an industry induction guide for newcomers.

Report highlights:

• UK parcels volumes grew by 7% year-on-year in 2024, while revenue growth slowed to 3% (down from 9% in 2023).
• Growth in parcel volumes was driven primarily by e-commerce, especially the expanding C2C and second-hand (pre-loved) market.
• 72% of regular UK online shoppers now use C2C platforms, highlighting a major shift in consumer behaviour.
• Cautious spending has reshaped shopping habits, elevating marketplaces and SMEs as a dominant “super retail channel.”
• Inflation-driven costs, including high fuel prices, have constrained revenue growth and reduced profitability for parcel operators.

In short, this is a really useful industry guide which, at just £2,450.00 + VAT, offers great value.