This statistic shows the total value of the bottled water market in the United Kingdom (UK) from 2013 to 2024. In 2024, the bottled water market was worth **** billion British pounds. Compared to the previous year, this constitutes a slight increase from around ***million in market value.

Bottled water producers are reaping the rewards of mounting health consciousness. As consumers become more health-focused, interest in bottled water as an alternative to fizzy drinks is growing. The focus on health is particularly benefitting premium bottled waters, which are gaining traction due to their added functional benefits like vitamins and electrolytes. This has presented an opportunity for imported water to expand, with brands like Evian and Fiji leveraging their global heritage and premium image that domestic alternatives struggle to match. Producers are exploring alternative products like carbonated and flavoured waters to position them as a bridge between beverages and tap water, capturing demand from health-conscious consumers seeking variety without the drawbacks of sugary drinks. Overall, bottled water production revenue is expected to swell at a compound annual rate of 5.2% over the five years through 2025-26 to £1.5 billion, including a forecast hike of 4.1% in 2025-26. The industry continues to grapple with its negative association with plastic, facing growing pushback amid rising eco-consciousness. This is fuelling renewed interest in eco-friendly alternatives like filtered taps and reusable water bottles, drawing some consumers away from bottled water altogether. Producers are striving to reduce their environmental footprint to continue appealing to eco-conscious consumers, with Buxton achieving 100% use of recycled PET in 2022. However, the shift to more environmentally friendly materials is elevating purchase costs for the industry. Meanwhile, imported brands like Evian are capturing more market share, leveraging their long-standing image and marketing to position themselves as the premium water of choice. Profit is expected to nudge down slightly in 2025-26, as the uniform nature of water leaves producers little room to offset rising costs. Revenue is forecast to climb at a compound annual rate of 1.4% over the five years through 2030-31 to £1.6 billion. Growing health consciousness will continue to drive bottled water sales as consumers seek alternatives to sugary beverages. This trend will particularly benefit sparkling water, which offers a similar sensory experience to fizzy drinks, appealing to those seeking healthier options. Consumers will increasingly pivot to more premium waters, although imported brands are poised to capitalise on this demand and chip away at domestic producers’ share of the market. Rising costs will keep reshaping the industry, favouring bigger producers that can better handle higher labour, purchase and tax costs. They’re set to use their size and strength to their advantage to drive revenue growth.

How much bottled water do people in the United Kingdom drink? In 2024, approximately 3.1 billion liters of bottled water were consumed in the UK. Consumption of bottled water has slightly declined in 2019 and 2020 after increasing annually between 2013 and 2018. However, since 2021, it grew again. Brands As of 2023, roughly 6.3 million British consumers choose Evian water, making it the most popular bottled water brand on the market. Volvic was the second-most popular brand in Great Britain in 2023. Value of the market The entire market worth for bottled water was over 2.3 billion British pounds in 2024. The market has grown by 1.3 billion pounds between 2013 and 2024.

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In the United Kingdom, Evian was the leading bottled water brand in 2024, generating sales of just over *** million British pounds. Volvic and Highland Spring were the next leading brands that year. Bottled water consumption Bottled water consumption in the UK was increasing until 2018 when it peaked at just under ***** billion liters. Since then, bottled water consumption has decreased by over *** million liters. As of 2023, it started growing again and reached ***** billion liters.Mineral water holds the majority of the bottled water market at almost ** percent, followed by table water. Volvic is also a leader for flavored water. The company’s brand Touch of Fruit was the most popular flavored water in the UK in 2023. UK bottled water trade Volvic and Evian are both waters imported from France and the country is the ******* importer of bottled water into the UK. In terms of exports, the ******* destination for UK bottled water is Ireland, followed by the Netherlands.

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This statistic shows the percentage market share of the main bottled water types in the United Kingdom. In 2024, spring water represented approximately **** percent of the bottled water market. Table water only filled a niche in the market, while the overwhelming part of the market was made up by mineral water.

In 2025, the sparkling bottled water market was valued at approximately USD 52,465.38 million. By 2035, it is projected to reach USD 106,137.78 million, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.3%. The market's expansion is fueled by the growing availability of functional sparkling water products fortified with vitamins, minerals, and probiotics, targeting health-conscious individuals.

Metric	Value
Market Size in 2025	USD 52,465.38 Million
Projected Market Size in 2035	USD 106,137.78 Million
CAGR (2025 to 2035)	7.3%

Country-wise Outlook- Sparkling bottled water market

Country	CAGR (2025 to 2035)
USA	7.5%

Country	CAGR (2025 to 2035)
UK	7.1%

Region	CAGR (2025 to 2035)
European Union (EU)	7.4%

Country	CAGR (2025 to 2035)
Japan	7.6%

Country	CAGR (2025 to 2035)
South Korea	7.8%

Competitive Outlook

Company Name	Estimated Market Share (%)
Nestlé Waters	22-26%
PepsiCo (Bubly, SodaStream)	18-22%
The Coca-Cola Company (AHA)	14-18%
Danone (Evian, Volvic)	10-14%
Spindrift	6-10%
Other Companies (combined)	20-30%

The Soft Drink and Bottled Water Production industry is experiencing significant shifts, shaped by evolving consumer preferences and global dynamics. Key trends include a heightened focus on reducing sugar content, environmental sustainability initiatives and innovation in packaging materials. These trends are driving producers to adapt, innovate and cater to a more health-conscious and eco-conscious consumer base. Revenue is expected to fall at a compound annual rate of 4.4% over the five years through 2024 to €71.3 million, including a forecast fall of 3.8% in 2024. The COVID-19 pandemic, hit drinks producers hard, cutting into sales in 2020 as on-trade markets were forced to close for long periods. As the hospitality sector bounces back and consumers prioritise health and sustainability, there are opportunities for growth in sales of both soft drinks and bottled water. Meeting changing consumer preferences and demonstrating a commitment to responsible and sustainable practices will be key to achieving higher sales. Revenue is forecast to grow at a compound annual rate of 2.8% over the five years through 2029 to €81.8 million. Producers will maintain a strong commitment to environmental sustainability and meeting health-conscious consumers’ demands. Producers are reevaluating their practices, embracing sustainable measures and innovating to meet the changing expectations and needs of their markets in an era of increasing environmental awareness and shifting consumer preferences.

Market Size statistics on the Bottled Water Production industry in the UK

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The global premium bottled water market was valued at USD 22.32 billion in 2023. It is projected to reach from USD 23.68 billion by 2024 to USD 38.03 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 6.1% during forecast period 2024-2032.
Report Scope:

Report Metric	Details
Market Size in 2023	USD 22.32 Billion
Market Size in 2024	USD 23.68 Billion
Market Size in 2032	USD 38.03 Billion
CAGR	6.1% (2024-2032)
Base Year for Estimation	2023
Historical Data	2020-2022
Forecast Period	2024-2032
Report Coverage	Revenue Forecast, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, Environment & Regulatory Landscape and Trends
Segments Covered	By Product,By Distribution Channels,By Region.
Geographies Covered	North America, Europe, APAC, Middle East and Africa, LATAM,
Countries Covered	U.S., Canada, U.K., Germany, France, Spain, Italy, Russia, Nordic, Benelux, China, Korea, Japan, India, Australia, Singapore, Taiwan, South East Asia, UAE, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Egypt, Nigeria, Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Chile, Colombia,

Learn about the growing demand for bottled waters in the UK and the predicted market trends for the next decade, including an anticipated increase in market volume to 2.3B litres by 2035.

The United kingdom bottled water market is projected to reach a market size of more than USD 4.35 billion by 2028, increasing disposable incomes.

The global Bottled Water Market size is expected to grow from USD 230 million in 2019 to USD 400 million by 2026, at a CAGR of 8% from 2020-2026

This statistic shows the percentage market share of the main bottled water categories in the United Kingdom. In 2024, still water comprised the largest share of the bottled water market, with a little over ************** share. Packaged sparkling water represented **** percent.

The UK bottled water market declined to $994M in 2024, which is down by -1.9% against the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +4.4% over the period from 2012 to 2024; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $1B, and then shrank slightly in the following year.

The Europe bottled water market attained a value of USD 67.87 Billion in 2024. The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.20% during the forecast period of 2025-2034. By 2034, the market is expected to reach USD 123.86 Billion.

The expansion of private label bottled water offerings is influencing market outlook in Europe by making hydration more affordable and accessible to a wider range of consumers. Supermarkets and discount retailers are increasingly investing in their own branded water products for offering competitive pricing and even premium variants. In March 2024, Tesco UK introduced NEO WTR, bottled water packaged in 100% ocean-bound plastic bottles to offer a sustainable private-label option. This proliferation supports volume growth, particularly in price-sensitive and high-consumption markets like Germany, Poland, and Eastern Europe.

E-commerce and digital platforms are transforming the Europe bottled water market dynamics with the rise in online grocery delivery, direct-to-consumer (DTC) models, and subscription services. In April 2023, Liquid Death made its United Kingdom debut for offering a range of canned still and sparkling waters through Amazon. Digital marketing, social media influencers, and wellness blogs further boost visibility and brand loyalty. Niche or premium water brands benefit from e-commerce by reaching targeted audiences and offering customizable options.

How much bottled water is consumed in the UK? In 2018, approximately **** liters of bottled water was consumed per person in the United Kingdom. Bottled water consumption is up by **** liters per person from **** liters in 2013. This brings the total consumption of bottled water in the UK to three billion liters in 2018, or the equivalent of approximately ***** Olympic swimming pools.

Brands of bottled water on the British market

British consumers most commonly grab a bottle of Evian. The next most popular brands are Highland Spring Water, Buxton Spring, and Tesco's brand. Evian managed to reach *** million consumers in 2019 in GB. Of all the supermarkets with own brand bottled waters, Tesco’s is the most popular and managed to garner the attention of close to **** million consumers.

Bottled water market

The entire market for bottled water in the UK was worth *** billion British pounds in 2019. About two thirds of the market consisted of mineral water. While bottled water is a growing market over half of UK consumers have a reusable water bottle and ** percent use it regularly.