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Television Programming & Broadcasting in the UK - Market Size, Industry Analysis, Trends and Forecasts (2025-2029)

Harry Dee Harry Dee London, United Kingdom Last Updated: July 2025 SIC UK-J602

Revenue

£95.7bn

2025-26

£99.3bn

Past 5-Year Growth

Profit

£XX.Xbn

Employees

321k

Businesses

6,873

Wages

£XX.Xbn

Television Programming & Broadcasting in the UK industry analysis

Europe’s television broadcasting industry has undergone major changes in the last decade in response to the disruption to the market caused by video-on-demand services (VOD). These services have actively pushed audiences away from traditional linear programming, especially among younger people. Traditional television broadcasters are trying to rival streaming giants like Netflix and Disney+ by investing in their own online platforms. Broadcasters have significantly augmented investment in their online platforms, including RTL and ITV, both of which have relaunched their services in recent years. Overall, TV broadcasting revenue in Europe is projected to remain flat over the five years through 2025, at €95.6 billion, with an estimated 1.4% hike in 2025.

Trends and Insights

  • Traditional broadcasters are fighting streaming growth with online platforms. Taking cues from Netflix and Amazon Prime, companies like RTL and ITV have renovated their VOD platforms, seeking to win back audiences with accessibility and convenience.
  • Pay-TV broadcasts face a shrinking market share. Household budget constraints and reduced subscriptions have slashed their revenue, both directly and from advertising.
  • Few broadcasters cross national borders. While domestic markets can be concentrated, in Europe, few media companies broadcast TV channels across borders, which fragments the market.
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Top Questions Answered in this Report

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What is the market size of the Television Programming & Broadcasting industry in the United Kingdom in 2025?

The market size of the Television Programming & Broadcasting industry in the United Kingdom is £95.7bn in 2025.

How many businesses are there in the Television Programming & Broadcasting industry in the United Kingdom in 2025?

There are 6,873 businesses in the Television Programming & Broadcasting industry in the United Kingdom, which has grown at a CAGR of 1.2 % between 2020 and 2025.

Has the Television Programming & Broadcasting industry in the United Kingdom grown or declined over the past 5 years?

The market size of the Television Programming & Broadcasting industry in the United Kingdom has been growing at a CAGR of 1.1 % between 2020 and 2025.

What is the forecast growth of the Television Programming & Broadcasting industry in the United Kingdom over the next 5 years?

Over the next five years, the Television Programming & Broadcasting industry in the United Kingdom is expected to grow.

What does the Television Programming & Broadcasting industry in the United Kingdom include?

Public broadcasts and Free-to-air broadcasts are part of the Television Programming & Broadcasting industry in the United Kingdom.

How competitive is the Television Programming & Broadcasting industry in the United Kingdom?

The level of competition is moderate and steady in the Television Programming & Broadcasting industry in the United Kingdom.

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Table of Contents

External Environment

Highlights

Trends
  • Regulation & Policy
  • Assistance

Key Takeaways

National licenses are needed to broadcast TV. In order to launch a television channel, a broadcaster needs to get a license from national regulators. Licenses can be revoked if a channel breaks content rules.

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External Drivers

Analysis

What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Television Programming & Broadcasting in the UK industry?

Financial Benchmarks

Highlights

Trends
  • Profit Margin
  • Average Wage
  • Largest Cost

Key Takeaways

Rising competition erodes broadcasters’ profitability. As audiences shift to online platforms, traditional broadcasters grapple with falling ad revenues, lower subscription rates and diminished public funding, gravely impacting their bottom line.

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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 Television Programming & Broadcasting 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)

Methodology

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