United Kingdom Dairy Alternatives Market SIZE & SHARE ANALYSIS - GROWTH TRENDS & FORECASTS UP TO 2029

The United Kingdom Dairy Alternatives Market is segmented by Category (Non-Dairy Butter, Non-Dairy Cheese, Non-Dairy Ice Cream, Non-Dairy Milk, Non-Dairy Yogurt) and by Distribution Channel (Off-Trade, On-Trade). Market Value in USD and Volume are both presented. Key Data Points observed include Per capita consumption; Population; and Production volume of plant-based products.

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svg icon Study Period 2017 - 2029
svg icon Market Size (2024) USD 1.81 Billion
svg icon Market Size (2029) USD 4.08 Billion
svg icon Largest Share by Distribution Channel Off-Trade
svg icon CAGR (2024 - 2029) 17.70 %
svg icon Fastest Growing by Distribution Channel Off-Trade

Major Players

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Key Players

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United Kingdom Dairy Alternatives Market Analysis

The United Kingdom Dairy Alternatives Market size is estimated at 1.81 billion USD in 2024, and is expected to reach 4.08 billion USD by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 17.70% during the forecast period (2024-2029).

1.81 Billion

Market Size in 2024 (USD)

4.08 Billion

Market Size in 2029 (USD)

17.72 %

CAGR (2017-2023)

17.70 %

CAGR (2024-2029)

Largest Market by Category

42.48 %

value share, Non-Dairy Milk, 2023

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Plant-based milk consumption in United Kingdom is increasing across all age groups with lactose intolerance and allergen to cow or buffalo milk consumers adopting plant-based dairy products.

Largest Market by Distribution Channel

97.04 %

value share, Off-Trade, 2023

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Product availability and assortment in major off-trade retail channels along with considerable discounts in these retail channels is largely driving the segmental growth.

Fastest-growing Market by Category

23.66 %

Projected CAGR, Non-Dairy Cheese, 2024-2029

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Non-dairy cheese products, which are created from nuts or seeds and have a perfect solid texture that will also melt, are encouraging the segment's growth in the country.

Fastest-growing Market by Distribution Channel

19.26 %

Projected CAGR, Off-Trade, 2024-2029

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The feasible localities of off-trade retail channels like convenience stores allows consumers to shop within minimal distances, making it karger segment in the market.

Leading Market Player

30.08 %

market share, Danone SA, 2022

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Due to its rising revenue, Danone has the opportunity to invest its revenue in R&D which increases the number of products, leading to it gaining a competitive edge in the market.

Market is driven by sustainable growth in sales of non-dairy products led by online retail channels

  • The off-trade segment dominates the distribution channels of the UK dairy alternatives market. Hypermarkets and supermarkets primarily drive the high market share of off-trade channels. Supermarkets and hypermarkets have always maintained a strong lead in the sales of dairy alternatives in the market studied. The proximity factor of these channels, especially in large and developed cities, provides them with an added advantage of influencing the consumer’s decision to purchase among the large variety of products available in the market. In the United Kingdom, supermarkets and hypermarkets held 72% of dairy alternatives sales, by value, in 2022.
  • The sales value of dairy alternatives through on-trade channels across the country increased by 31% during 2021-2022. Based on the distribution channel, the consumption in the United Kingdom was around 0.15 kg per person in 2023, with 0.13 kg/per capita consumption of dairy alternatives in 2021. The on-trade channel is likely to record a growth rate of 60% during 2024-2027.
  • The online retail channel is projected to be the fastest-growing distribution channel as modern consumers prefer online grocery purchases due to their busy lifestyles. Online sales of dairy alternatives are expected to grow by 56.8% during 2021-2023 to reach a market value of USD 33.4 million in 2023. In 2022, the share of households with internet access was recorded at 93%, up from 72% in 2011. The United Kingdom, along with other countries, has a high penetration of internet users. For instance, the key online cheese retailers include FROMAGES.COM, The East London Cheese Board, La Gourmeta, Love Cheese, Italia Regina, and Frank and Sal. The online retail channel's sales value is anticipated to register a growth rate of 87% during 2024-2027.
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United Kingdom Dairy Alternatives Market Trends

Increasing preference for plant-based protein and government support to increase plant-based dairy consumption boost the demand

  • The consumption of dairy alternatives is increasing across all age groups in the country. The demand for plant-based dairy products is being driven by growing veganism. Around 9% of UK consumers are plant-based eaters (vegan+vegetarian), the highest after Germany across Europe. Among plant-based food, plant-based milk (26% at least once a week), plant-based beef (24% at least once a week), and plant-based poultry (23% at least once a week) are most frequently consumed.
  • Regarding plant-based cheese, UK consumers especially like to consume plant-based sliced cheese (38%) and plant-based mozzarella (36%) available in supermarkets. The plant-based dairy sector is smaller than the plant-based meat sector in the United Kingdom, but growth rates are higher for plant-based milk and plant-based cheese. Increasing consumer inclination toward plant-based protein is one of the key factors driving the consumption of dairy alternatives in the country. Around 60% of UK consumers were interested in plant-based proteins in 2022. More than 50% of UK consumers trust that plant-based protein food is safe.
  • Nearly 29% plan on consuming less dairy, and 21% of UK consumers intend to consume more plant-based dairy products as of 2022. About 26% of UK consumers are likely to purchase plant-based cheese regularly. Several initiatives by the UK government are raising the consumption of plant-based dairy in the country.
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OTHER KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS COVERED IN THE REPORT

  • Oats are the primary raw material used in the production of dairy alternatives in the United Kingdom

United Kingdom Dairy Alternatives Industry Overview

The United Kingdom Dairy Alternatives Market is moderately consolidated, with the top five companies occupying 51.18%. The major players in this market are Arla Foods, Blue Diamond Growers, Danone SA, Oatly Group AB and Upfield Holdings BV (sorted alphabetically).

United Kingdom Dairy Alternatives Market Leaders

  1. Arla Foods

  2. Blue Diamond Growers

  3. Danone SA

  4. Oatly Group AB

  5. Upfield Holdings BV

United Kingdom Dairy Alternatives Market Concentration

Other important companies include Britvic PLC, Coconut Collaborative Ltd, Plamil Foods Ltd, The Hain Celestial Group Inc., VBites Foods Ltd.

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in alphabetical order.

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United Kingdom Dairy Alternatives Market News

  • November 2022: Oatly Group AB announced that it would release a new range of oat-based yogurt. The new range comes in four flavors: strawberry, blueberry, plain, and Greek style.
  • October 2022: Plenish launched a new line of plant-based products. The three-strong range of unsweetened plenish-enriched milk almond, oat, and soy is fortified with nutrients, including iodine, omega-3, and vitamin D.
  • September 2022: Swedish coffee chain Espresso House, which operates 35 stores in Germany, extended an existing partnership with Oatly to serve Oatly Barista Edition across its coffee shops in the Nordics and Germany.

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United Kingdom Dairy Alternatives Market Report - Table of Contents

1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY & KEY FINDINGS

2. REPORT OFFERS

3. INTRODUCTION

  • 3.1 Study Assumptions & Market Definition
  • 3.2 Scope of the Study​
  • 3.3 Research Methodology

4. KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS

  • 4.1 Per Capita Consumption
  • 4.2 Raw Material/commodity Production
    • 4.2.1 Dairy Alternative - Raw Material Production
  • 4.3 Regulatory Framework
    • 4.3.1 United Kingdom
  • 4.4 Value Chain & Distribution Channel Analysis

5. MARKET SEGMENTATION (includes market size in Value in USD and Volume, Forecasts up to 2029 and analysis of growth prospects)

  • 5.1 Category
    • 5.1.1 Non-Dairy Butter
    • 5.1.2 Non-Dairy Cheese
    • 5.1.3 Non-Dairy Ice Cream
    • 5.1.4 Non-Dairy Milk
    • 5.1.4.1 By Product Type
    • 5.1.4.1.1 Almond Milk
    • 5.1.4.1.2 Cashew Milk
    • 5.1.4.1.3 Coconut Milk
    • 5.1.4.1.4 Hazelnut Milk
    • 5.1.4.1.5 Hemp Milk
    • 5.1.4.1.6 Oat Milk
    • 5.1.4.1.7 Soy Milk
    • 5.1.5 Non-Dairy Yogurt
  • 5.2 Distribution Channel
    • 5.2.1 Off-Trade
    • 5.2.1.1 Convenience Stores
    • 5.2.1.2 Online Retail
    • 5.2.1.3 Specialist Retailers
    • 5.2.1.4 Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
    • 5.2.1.5 Others (Warehouse clubs, gas stations, etc.)
    • 5.2.2 On-Trade

6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 6.1 Key Strategic Moves
  • 6.2 Market Share Analysis
  • 6.3 Company Landscape
  • 6.4 Company Profiles (includes Global Level Overview, Market Level Overview, Core Business Segments, Financials, Headcount, Key Information, Market Rank, Market Share, Products and Services, and Analysis of Recent Developments).
    • 6.4.1 Arla Foods
    • 6.4.2 Blue Diamond Growers
    • 6.4.3 Britvic PLC
    • 6.4.4 Coconut Collaborative Ltd
    • 6.4.5 Danone SA
    • 6.4.6 Oatly Group AB
    • 6.4.7 Plamil Foods Ltd
    • 6.4.8 The Hain Celestial Group Inc.
    • 6.4.9 Upfield Holdings BV
    • 6.4.10 VBites Foods Ltd

7. KEY STRATEGIC QUESTIONS FOR DAIRY AND DAIRY ALTERNATIVE CEOS

8. APPENDIX

  • 8.1 Global Overview
    • 8.1.1 Overview
    • 8.1.2 Porter’s Five Forces Framework
    • 8.1.3 Global Value Chain Analysis
    • 8.1.4 Market Dynamics (DROs)
  • 8.2 Sources & References
  • 8.3 List of Tables & Figures
  • 8.4 Primary Insights
  • 8.5 Data Pack
  • 8.6 Glossary of Terms
** Subject To Availablity

List of Tables & Figures

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  2. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES, KG, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. PRODUCTION VOLUME OF UNITED KINGDOM DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET - RAW MATERIAL, METRIC TONNES, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2021
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  2. VOLUME OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES, METRIC TONNES, BY UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES, USD MN, BY UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET BY CATEGORY, METRIC TONNES, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET BY CATEGORY, USD MN, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VOLUME SHARE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, BY CATEGORY , %, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, BY CATEGORY , %, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF MILK MARKET BY PRODUCT TYPE, METRIC TONNES, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF MILK MARKET BY PRODUCT TYPE, USD MN, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VOLUME SHARE OF MILK MARKET BY PRODUCT TYPE, %, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF MILK MARKET BY PRODUCT TYPE, %, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF NON-DAIRY BUTTER MARKET, METRIC TONNES, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF NON-DAIRY BUTTER MARKET, USD MN, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF NON-DAIRY BUTTER MARKET, BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, UNITED KINGDOM, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF NON-DAIRY CHEESE MARKET, METRIC TONNES, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF NON-DAIRY CHEESE MARKET, USD MN, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF NON-DAIRY CHEESE MARKET, BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, UNITED KINGDOM, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF NON-DAIRY ICE CREAM MARKET, METRIC TONNES, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF NON-DAIRY ICE CREAM MARKET, USD MN, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF NON-DAIRY ICE CREAM MARKET, BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, UNITED KINGDOM, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET BY PRODUCT TYPE, METRIC TONNES, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET BY PRODUCT TYPE, USD MN, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VOLUME SHARE OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET BY PRODUCT TYPE, %, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF NON-DAIRY MILK MARKET BY PRODUCT TYPE, %, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF ALMOND MILK MARKET, METRIC TONNES, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF ALMOND MILK MARKET, USD MN, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF ALMOND MILK MARKET, BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, UNITED KINGDOM, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF CASHEW MILK MARKET, METRIC TONNES, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF CASHEW MILK MARKET, USD MN, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF CASHEW MILK MARKET, BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, UNITED KINGDOM, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF COCONUT MILK MARKET, METRIC TONNES, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF COCONUT MILK MARKET, USD MN, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF COCONUT MILK MARKET, BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, UNITED KINGDOM, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF HAZELNUT MILK MARKET, METRIC TONNES, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF HAZELNUT MILK MARKET, USD MN, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF HAZELNUT MILK MARKET, BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, UNITED KINGDOM, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF HEMP MILK MARKET, METRIC TONNES, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF HEMP MILK MARKET, USD MN, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF HEMP MILK MARKET, BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, UNITED KINGDOM, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF OAT MILK MARKET, METRIC TONNES, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF OAT MILK MARKET, USD MN, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF OAT MILK MARKET, BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, UNITED KINGDOM, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF SOY MILK MARKET, METRIC TONNES, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF SOY MILK MARKET, USD MN, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF SOY MILK MARKET, BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, UNITED KINGDOM, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF NON-DAIRY YOGURT MARKET, METRIC TONNES, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF NON-DAIRY YOGURT MARKET, USD MN, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF NON-DAIRY YOGURT MARKET, BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, UNITED KINGDOM, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, METRIC TONNES, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, USD MN, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VOLUME SHARE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL , %, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET BY SUB DISTRIBUTION CHANNELS, METRIC TONNES, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET BY SUB DISTRIBUTION CHANNELS, USD MN, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VOLUME SHARE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, BY SUB DISTRIBUTION CHANNELS , %, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, BY SUB DISTRIBUTION CHANNELS , %, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET SOLD VIA CONVENIENCE STORES, METRIC TONNES, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET SOLD VIA CONVENIENCE STORES, USD MN, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, SOLD VIA CONVENIENCE STORES, BY CATEGORY , %, UNITED KINGDOM, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET SOLD VIA ONLINE RETAIL, METRIC TONNES, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET SOLD VIA ONLINE RETAIL, USD MN, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, SOLD VIA ONLINE RETAIL, BY CATEGORY , %, UNITED KINGDOM, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET SOLD VIA SPECIALIST RETAILERS, METRIC TONNES, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET SOLD VIA SPECIALIST RETAILERS, USD MN, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, SOLD VIA SPECIALIST RETAILERS, BY CATEGORY , %, UNITED KINGDOM, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET SOLD VIA SUPERMARKETS AND HYPERMARKETS, METRIC TONNES, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET SOLD VIA SUPERMARKETS AND HYPERMARKETS, USD MN, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, SOLD VIA SUPERMARKETS AND HYPERMARKETS, BY CATEGORY , %, UNITED KINGDOM, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET SOLD VIA OTHERS (WAREHOUSE CLUBS, GAS STATIONS, ETC.), METRIC TONNES, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET SOLD VIA OTHERS (WAREHOUSE CLUBS, GAS STATIONS, ETC.), USD MN, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, SOLD VIA OTHERS (WAREHOUSE CLUBS, GAS STATIONS, ETC.), BY CATEGORY , %, UNITED KINGDOM, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. VOLUME OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET SOLD VIA ON-TRADE, METRIC TONNES, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET SOLD VIA ON-TRADE, USD MN, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF DAIRY ALTERNATIVES MARKET, SOLD VIA ON-TRADE, BY CATEGORY , %, UNITED KINGDOM, 2022 VS 2029
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  2. MOST ACTIVE COMPANIES BY NUMBER OF STRATEGIC MOVES, COUNT, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. MOST ADOPTED STRATEGIES, COUNT, UNITED KINGDOM, 2017 - 2029
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF MAJOR PLAYERS, %, UNITED KINGDOM, 2022

United Kingdom Dairy Alternatives Industry Segmentation

Non-Dairy Butter, Non-Dairy Cheese, Non-Dairy Ice Cream, Non-Dairy Milk, Non-Dairy Yogurt are covered as segments by Category. Off-Trade, On-Trade are covered as segments by Distribution Channel.

  • The off-trade segment dominates the distribution channels of the UK dairy alternatives market. Hypermarkets and supermarkets primarily drive the high market share of off-trade channels. Supermarkets and hypermarkets have always maintained a strong lead in the sales of dairy alternatives in the market studied. The proximity factor of these channels, especially in large and developed cities, provides them with an added advantage of influencing the consumer’s decision to purchase among the large variety of products available in the market. In the United Kingdom, supermarkets and hypermarkets held 72% of dairy alternatives sales, by value, in 2022.
  • The sales value of dairy alternatives through on-trade channels across the country increased by 31% during 2021-2022. Based on the distribution channel, the consumption in the United Kingdom was around 0.15 kg per person in 2023, with 0.13 kg/per capita consumption of dairy alternatives in 2021. The on-trade channel is likely to record a growth rate of 60% during 2024-2027.
  • The online retail channel is projected to be the fastest-growing distribution channel as modern consumers prefer online grocery purchases due to their busy lifestyles. Online sales of dairy alternatives are expected to grow by 56.8% during 2021-2023 to reach a market value of USD 33.4 million in 2023. In 2022, the share of households with internet access was recorded at 93%, up from 72% in 2011. The United Kingdom, along with other countries, has a high penetration of internet users. For instance, the key online cheese retailers include FROMAGES.COM, The East London Cheese Board, La Gourmeta, Love Cheese, Italia Regina, and Frank and Sal. The online retail channel's sales value is anticipated to register a growth rate of 87% during 2024-2027.
Category Non-Dairy Butter
Non-Dairy Cheese
Non-Dairy Ice Cream
Non-Dairy Milk By Product Type Almond Milk
Cashew Milk
Coconut Milk
Hazelnut Milk
Hemp Milk
Oat Milk
Soy Milk
Non-Dairy Yogurt
Distribution Channel Off-Trade Convenience Stores
Online Retail
Specialist Retailers
Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
Others (Warehouse clubs, gas stations, etc.)
Distribution Channel On-Trade
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Market Definition

  • Dairy Alternatives - Dairy alternatives are foods that are made from plant-based milk/oils instead of their usual animal products, such as cheese, butter, milk, ice cream, yogurt, etc. Plant-based or non-dairy milk alternative is the fast-growing segment in the newer food product development category of functional and specialty beverage across the globe.
  • Non-Dairy Butter - Non dairy butter is a vegan butter alternative that is made from a mixture of plant oils. With an increase in alternative diets like vegetarianism, veganism, and gluten intolerance, plant butter is a healthy non-dairy substitute for normal butter.
  • Non-Dairy Ice Cream - Plant based ice cream is a growing category. Non-dairy ice cream is a type of dessert made without any animal ingredients. This is typically considered a substitute for regular ice cream for those who cannot or do not eat animal or animal-derived products, including eggs, milk, cream, or honey.
  • Plant-Based Milk - Plant based milks are milk substitutes that are made from nuts (e.g., hazelnuts, hemp seeds), seeds (e.g., sesame, walnuts, coconuts, cashews, almonds, rice, oats, etc.) or legumes (e.g., soy). Plant-based milk such as soy milk and almond milk have been popular in East Asia and the Middle East for centuries.
Keyword Definition
Cultured Butter Cultured butter is prepared by having the raw butter go through chemical processing and has been added with certain emulsifiers and foreign ingredients.
Uncultured Butter This type of butter is one which has not been processed in any way
Natural Cheese The type of cheese in its most natural form. It is made from natural and simple products and ingredients, including fresh and natural salts, natural colors, enzymes, and high-quality milk.
Processed Cheese Processed cheese undergoes the same processes as natural cheese; however, it requires more steps and many different forms of ingredients. Making processed cheese involves melting natural cheese, emulsifying it, and adding preservatives and other artificial ingredients or colorings.
Single Cream Single cream contains around 18% fat. It’s a single layer of cream that appears over boiled milk.
Double Cream Double cream contains 48% fat, more than double the amount of fat of single cream. It’s heavier and thicker than single cream
Whipping Cream This has a much higher fat percentage than single cream (36%). Used to top cakes, pies, and puddings and as a thickener for sauces, soups, and fillings.
Frozen Desserts Desserts that are meant to be eaten in frozen condition. E.g., sherbets, sorbets, frozen yogurts
UHT Milk (Ultra-high temperature milk) Milk heated at a very high temperature. Ultra-high-temperature processing (UHT) of milk involves heating for 1–8 sec at 135–154°C. which kills the spore-forming pathogenic microorganism, resulting in a product with a shelf-life of several months.
Non-dairy butter/Plant-based butter Butter made from plant-derived oil such as coconut, palm, etc.
Non-dairy Yogurt Yogurt made from typically made from nuts, like almonds, cashews, coconuts, and even other foods like soybeans, plantains, oats, and peas
On-trade It refers to restaurants, QSRs, and bars.
Off-trade It refers to supermarkets, hypermarkets, on-line channels, etc.
Neufchatel cheese One of the oldest kinds of cheese in France. It is a soft, slightly crumbly, mold-ripened, bloomy-rind cheese made in the Neufchâtel-en-Bray region of Normandy.
Flexitarian It refers to a consumer preferring a semi-vegetarian diet, that is centered on plant foods with limited or occasional inclusion of meat.
Lactose Intolerance Lactose intolerance is a reaction in digestive system to lactose, the sugar in milk. It causes uncomfortable symptoms in response to the consumption of dairy products.
Cream Cheese Cream cheese is a soft and creamy fresh cheese with a tangy taste made from milk and cream.
Sorbets Sorbet is a frozen dessert made using ice combined with fruit juice, fruit purée, or other ingredients, such as wine, liqueur, or honey.
Sherbet Sherbet is a sweetened frozen dessert made with fruit and some sort of dairy product such as milk or cream.
Shelf stable Foods that can be safely stored at room temperature, or "on the shelf," for at least one year and do not have to be cooked or refrigerated to eat safely.
DSD Direct Store Delivery is the process in supply chain management wherein the product is delivered from manufacturing plant directly to the retailer.
OU Kosher Orthodox Union Kosher is a kosher certification agency based in New York City.
Gelato Gelato is a frozen creamy dessert made with milk, heavy cream and sugar.
Grass-fed Cows Grass-fed cows are allowed to graze in pastures, where they eat a variety of grasses and clover.
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United Kingdom Dairy Alternatives Market Research FAQs

The United Kingdom Dairy Alternatives Market size is expected to reach USD 1.81 billion in 2024 and grow at a CAGR of 17.70% to reach USD 4.08 billion by 2029.

In 2024, the United Kingdom Dairy Alternatives Market size is expected to reach USD 1.81 billion.

Arla Foods, Blue Diamond Growers, Danone SA, Oatly Group AB and Upfield Holdings BV are the major companies operating in the United Kingdom Dairy Alternatives Market.

In the United Kingdom Dairy Alternatives Market, the Off-Trade segment accounts for the largest share by distribution channel.

In 2024, the Off-Trade segment accounts for the fastest growing by distribution channel in the United Kingdom Dairy Alternatives Market.

In 2023, the United Kingdom Dairy Alternatives Market size was estimated at 1.81 billion. The report covers the United Kingdom Dairy Alternatives Market historical market size for years: 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the United Kingdom Dairy Alternatives Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.

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