The revenue in the 'Ice Cream' segment of the food market in the United Kingdom was forecast to continuously increase between 2025 and 2030 by in total 0.5 billion GBP (£) (+34.48 percent). After the tenth consecutive increasing year, the revenue is estimated to reach 1.97 billion GBP (£) and therefore a new peak in 2030. Notably, the revenue of the 'Ice Cream' segment of the food market was continuously increasing over the past years.Find more in-depth information regarding the average consumption per capita concerning the chocolate confectionery segment of the food market in the United States and the average price per unit (PPU) concerning the tomato ketchup segment of the food market in the United States. The Statista Market Insights cover a broad range of additional markets.

The United Kingdom ice cream market, valued at USD 1.25 Billion in 2024, has seen notable growth, driven by surge in online sales and effective marketing strategies. The market is expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.50% from 2025 to 2034, potentially reaching USD 1.94 Billion by 2034. Consumers are increasingly seeking ice creams made with meticulous craftsmanship, reflecting a dedication to excellence and unique textures.

Handheld was the largest segment of the ice cream market in the United Kingdom in 2022. In that year, sales within the segment totaled 740 million GBP, more than double that of the next largest category, premium tubs.

The UK ice cream market stood at $1B in 2024, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $1.2B in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2024, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Ben & Jerry's was by far the leading brand of take-home ice cream in convenience stores in the United Kingdom in 2024. In that year, the brand sold 20.1 million GBP of ice cream compared to second place Haagen-Dazs at just 5.7 million pounds.

The Ice Creams eCommerce market in the UK is predicted to reach US$417.5m revenue by 2025, reflecting an estimated growth rate of 9% compared to 2024.

Market Size statistics on the Ice Cream Production industry in United Kingdom

This industry consists of retail outlets that primarily prepare or serve ice cream, ice cream treats, gelato, yoghurt, frozen yoghurt and sorbet. Purchases may be consumed on site, taken out or delivered. Some ice cream stores also sell other food and drink products, such as hot dogs, waffles, smoothies and milkshakes.

The Ice Cream market in the UK is forecast to register higher growth in Off-trade sales than On-trade sales. The ‘Impulse Ice Cream – Single Serve’ category is forecast to register fastest growth in value and volume terms during 2015-2020. On-trade sales account for the majority of distribution share in the Artisanal Ice Cream category. Unilever Plc is the leading player in the market. Flexible Packaging is the most commonly used packaging material in the UK Ice Cream market. Read More

The European Ice Cream Market report segments the industry into Product Type (Artisanal Ice Cream, Impulse Ice Cream, Take-home Ice Cream), Category (Dairy, Non-dairy), Distribution Channel (On-trade, Off-trade), Off-trade (Specialist Retailers, Hypermarkets/Supermarkets, Convenience Stores, Online Retail Stores, Other Distribution Channels), and Geography (Germany, United Kingdom, France, Russia, Spain, Italy, Rest of Europe).

The global plant-based ice creams market is set to witness USD 2.6 billion in 2025. The industry is poised to depict 9.8% CAGR from 2025 to 2035, reaching USD 5.3 billion by 2035.

Metrics	Values
Industry Size (2025E)	USD 2.6 billion
Industry Value (2035F)	USD 5.3 billion
CAGR (2025 to 2035)	9.8%

Semi-Annual Industry Update

Particular	H1
Year	2024 to 2034
Value CAGR	9.5%

Particular	H2
Year	2024 to 2034
Value CAGR	10.1%

Particular	H1
Year	2025 to 2035
Value CAGR	9.9%

Particular	H2
Year	2025 to 2035
Value CAGR	10.5%

Country-wise Analysis

Countries	CAGR (2025 to 2035)
USA	5.3%
India	8.5%
UK	5.5%
Germany	5.0%
China	7.8%

Competitive Outlook

Company Name	Estimated Industry Share (%)
Unilever	25-30%
Nestlé	20-25%
Danone	12-18%
General Mills	10-15%
Oatly	8-12%
Other Players	20-30%

In 2017, the Unilever brand, Ben & Jerry’s had a premium ice cream market share of 29 percent in the United Kingdom. Together with the Unilever’s Carte D’Or, both brands held over 50 percent of the market. Compared to the previous year, the Scottish brand Mackie's was able to increase its market share in the UK by four percent. On the Scottish market the brand held a share of 25 percent.

Premium ice cream

Premium Ice cream has a few distinguishing features from regular ice cream. First, it has a different overrun, which is the term for describing the air that is whipped into ice cream. Premium ice cream has less air particles per ice cream particle. Second, it has a higher percentage of butter fat. Together these factors give premium ice cream a creamier and less crunchy texture, as well as a better taste.

Ice cream market

In 2017, close to a billion British pounds were made with the retail sale of ice cream in Great Britain. About 350 thousand tons of ice cream where sold in retail. Over the past ten years, the sales value rose continuously but sold quantities remained mostly stable. If you want to know more about the ice cream market in the United Kingdom visit our consumer market outlook.

Magnum was by far the leading brand of impulse ice cream in convenience stores in the United Kingdom in 2024. In that year, the brand sold 48.8 million GBP of ice cream compared to second place Cornetto at just 11.8 million pounds.

For the third consecutive year, the UK recorded decline in purchases abroad of ice cream, which decreased by -3.6% to 126K tons in 2023.

[250 Pages Report] The liquor flavored ice cream market is likely to register a CAGR of 7.2% during the forecast period, and is anticipated to reach a market share of US$ 2.77 Bn in 2032, from US$ 1.29 Bn in 2021, as consumer interest increases and higher the sales of the liquor flavored ice cream.

Attributes	Details
Liquor Flavored Ice Cream Market CAGR	7.2%
Liquor Flavored Ice Cream Market Size (2021)	US$ 1.29 Bn
Liquor Flavored Ice Cream Market Size (2032)	US$ 2.77 Bn

Report Scope

Report Attribute	Details
Growth rate	CAGR of 7.2% from 2022 to 2032
Base year for estimation	2021
Historical data	2015 - 2020
Forecast period	2022 - 2032
Quantitative units	Revenue in USD Million and CAGR from 2022 to 2032
Report coverage	Revenue forecast, volume forecast, company ranking, competitive landscape, growth factors, and trends, Pricing Analysis,
Segments covered	Flavors, product type, distribution channel, region
Regional scope	North America; Western Europe, Eastern Europe, Middle East, Africa, ASEAN, South Asia, Rest of Asia, Australia and New Zealand
Country scope	U.S.; Canada; Mexico; Germany; U.K.; France; Italy; Spain; Russia; Belgium; Poland; Czech Republic; China; India; Japan; Australia; Brazil; Argentina; Colombia; Saudi Arabia; UAE; Iran; South Africa
Key companies profiled	Haagen-Dazs Nederland N.V., Tipsy Scoop, Mercer’s Dairy Inc., Bailey’s, Ben & Jerry’s, Viennetta
Customization scope	Free report customization (equivalent to up to 8 analysts working days) with purchase. Addition or alteration to country, regional & segment scope.
Pricing and purchase options	Avail customized purchase options to meet your exact research needs.

The Ice Cream Market is segmented by Distribution Channel (Off-Trade, On-Trade) and by Region (Africa, Asia-Pacific, Europe, Middle East, North America, South America). Market Value in USD and Volume are both presented. Key Data Points observed include Per capita consumption; Population; and Dairy production.

In 2023, sales from the manufacture of ice cream in the United Kingdom amounted to 566 million British pounds. The industry experienced a massive drop in sales from UK manufacturing of ice cream in 2014. It has since rebounded although it has not reached previous highs. Ice cream brands on the British market If all types of ice cream are considered, the most popular brand in Great Britain was Magnum with over 14 million consumers of its classic brand. After Magnum, the next most popular brand was Ben & Jerry’s. If only tubs and blocks are considered, Ben & Jerry’s was the most popular brand followed by Carte D’Or. Volume of the British Ice cream market The retail market volume of ice cream in Great Britain has remained relatively stable but is expected to grow in the coming years. However, the average per capita purchase of ice cream blocks in the UK has fluctuated from 114 grams in 2006 to 104 grams in 2018/19 and back up to 115 grams in 2020/21. In 2021/22, purchases dropped sharply to 87 grams.

The Ice Cream market in Japan registered growth at a moderate rate during the period 2009-2014 in value and volume terms. Read More

Indonesia’s Ice Cream market will register high growth in value and volume terms during 2014-2019. Large young population with rising GDP per capita will drive packaged goods sales in Indonesia. Read More

The global ice cream equipment market size is expected to grow from US$ 8,800 million in 2023 to US$ 13,797.5 Million by 2033, with overall sales accelerating at 4.6% CAGR throughout the forecast period (2023-2033). Rising production and consumption of various types of ice creams is a key factor driving demand for ice cream equipment in the market.

Attribute	Key Statistics
Ice Cream Equipment Market Estimated Market Value (2023)	US$ 8,800 Million
Projected Market Value (2033)	US$ 13,799.5 Million
Value-based CAGR (2023 to 2033)	4.6%

Ice Cream Equipment Market Report Scope

Attribute	Details
Estimated Market Size (2023)	US$ 8,800 Million
Projected Market Size (2033)	US$ 13,799.5 Million
Anticipated Growth Rate (2023 to 2033)	4.6%
Forecast Period	2023 to 2033
Historical Data Available for	2018 to 2022
Market Analysis	US$ Mn for Value and Units for Volume
Key Regions Covered	North America Latin America Europe Asia Pacific Oceania Middle East & Africa (MEA)
Key Countries Covered	The US Canada Mexico Germany The UK France Italy Spain China Japan India South Korea Australia Brazil Argentina South Africa UAE
Key Segments Covered	Product Type Equipment Type Region
Key Companies Profiled	ROKK Processing Ltd Tetra Pak Processing Equipment GmbH Gram Equipment A/S CARPIGIANI Group Guangzhou Guangshen Electric Produce Co. Ltd. Goma Engineering Pvt. Ltd. ALFA LAVAL Technogel SPA Vojta SRO CATTA 27 SRL Ice Group GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft TEKNOICE SRL Laeif SRL Nanjing Puyuan Ice Cream Machinery Manufacturing Co. Ltd. Clextral Bonduelle Dole Food SVZ International B.V. Sahyadri Farms Diana Group S.A.S. RAJE AGRO FOODS PRIVET LIMITED
Report Coverage	Market Forecast, Company Share Analysis, Competitive Landscape, DROT Analysis, Market Dynamics and Challenges, and Strategic Growth Initiatives