While the overall number of pubs and bars has decreased in the United Kingdom, there was a small increase in the number of establishments in 2010. There were 22,925 small bars and pubs (with fewer than 10 employees) in 2019. This was down from a peak of over 40,000 in 2002.
Number of public houses and bars in the United Kingdom (UK) from 2001 to 2019, by size
Characteristic
Fewer than 10 employees
10 to 24 employees
25 or more employees
2019
22,925
11,595
4,610
2018
22,840
11,545
4,430
2017
23,130
11,370
4,420
2016
24,010
11,395
4,175
2015
24,860
11,285
4,215
2014
26,055
10,810
3,675
2013
27,825
9,970
3,215
2012
30,055
9,175
3,350
2011
31,335
8,655
3,235
2010
32,455
9,055
3,165
2009
34,650
9,385
3,235
2008
37,375
10,045
2,945
2007
38,160
10,060
2,895
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