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Second-Hand Goods Retailing in the UK - Employment (2020-2030)
There are xx employees in the Second-Hand Goods Retailing industry in the UK, which is expected to grow at xx% over the next five years. Second-hand goods stores collect or purchase used merchandise and sell it on to consumers. The industry excludes pawnshops, used car retailers and retailers selling second-hand parts for automobiles, recreational vehicles, motorcycles and boats.
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Employment
Total value (#) and annual change from 2012 – 2030.
Revenue
$XX
2020-2025 XX%
2025-2030 XX%
Employees
XX
2020-2025 XX%
2025-2030 XX%
Businesses
XX
2020-2025 XX%
2025-2030 XX%
Profit
$XX
2020-2025 XX%
Profit Margin
XX%
2020-2025 XX%
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Related Industries
| Industry | Sector | Last 5-yr CAGR | Forecast 5-year CAGR | Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Department Stores in Europe |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Clothing, Footwear & Leather Goods Retailing in Europe |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| E-Commerce in Europe |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Clothing, Textiles & Footwear Wholesaling in Europe |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Used Goods Stores in the US |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Pawn Shops in the US |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Thrift Stores in the US |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Used Goods Stores in Canada |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Antique and Used Goods Retailing in Australia |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Second-Hand Goods Stores in the UK |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are employed in the Second-Hand Goods Retailing in the UK in 2025?
There is 128,142 people employed in the Second-Hand Goods Retailing in the UK as of 2025.
What is employment growth in the Second-Hand Goods Retailing in the UK in 2025?
The number of people employed in the Second-Hand Goods Retailing in the UK grew 4.9% on average over the five years between 2020 and 2025.
Is employment in the Second-Hand Goods Retailing in the UK expected to grow or decline over the next 5 years?
See our full analysis of the Second-Hand Goods Retailing in the UK to understand if the industry employment is expected to grow or decline over the next five years.
How many people does the average business in the Second-Hand Goods Retailing in the UK employ?
The average Second-Hand Goods Retailing in the UK business is 1.6 employees.
Are businesses in the Second-Hand Goods Retailing in the UK adding employees?
The average business in the Second-Hand Goods Retailing in the UK now employs more workers than it did five years ago.
How productive are employees in the Second-Hand Goods Retailing in the UK?
The revenue per employee for the average business in the Second-Hand Goods Retailing in the UK has decreased in the last five years.
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