data AND Statistics
We are the leading body representing brewers and pubs in the UK
We have a range of data and statistics profiling our industry. From pubs in communities across the UK to historic data on beer prices, our insight and understanding of the sector is unmatched.
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How many pubs are there in the UK?
Pub numbers have been slowly declining across the UK for decades and recent economic shocks
have put our pubs under more pressure than ever before.
What’s the average price of a pint in the UK?
Rising inflation and cost pressures throughout our pubs’ and brewers’ supply chains have an effect on
the price you pay at the bar. This graph shows how these issues have impacted the cost of a pint in the UK.
Malting Barley Cost Index
British hop production

Pubs as Social Infrastructure: The Wellbeing Value to the UK
This briefing summarises key findings from Pubs as Social Infrastructure, commissioned by the British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA) from WPI Strategy.

An Open Welcome: Accessibility in Pubs Guide
Our guide emphasises that accessibility is achievable for every pub regardless of size, budget or building age, as meaningful progress often comes from small, practical adjustments and a willingness to listen to disabled customers and staff. The guide outlines many practical steps pubs can adopt to strengthen their accessibility.

Inn-valuable 2: Unlocking the Socio-Economic Potential of our Nation’s Pubs
This report is an examination of the value of pubs in the UK and analysis of the policy challenges to protecting and enhancing this value. The policy recommendations provided in this report are aimed at charting a course to a more sustainable pub trade.

Brewing Communities: How we can create new towns that foster successful pubs, high-streets and flourishing neighbourhoods
This report serves as a call to action for policymakers, developers, and communities alike to prioritise the creation of vibrant, connected spaces where people can come together.
Resources & Action

Armed Forces Covenant
We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant, pledging to support serving personnel, veterans, reservists, and military families across the industry.
By signing the Covenant we pledge to recognise the skills, experiences, and contributions of the Armed Forces community, and help the sector ensure the community faces no disadvantage in accessing employment, services, or opportunities.

The Open to All Charter
The Charter was developed with the BBPA’s members to promote workplaces that attract and retain a diverse workforce.
By committing to inclusive recruitment, fair treatment and strong support for employees, the Charter strengthens the sector’s ability to develop skilled teams and create sustainable employment opportunities.

Challenge 21 and Challenge 25
The BBPA’s Challenge 21 scheme has been raising awareness among publicans and their staff of the need to be vigilant in preventing underage sales for over 20 years. The scheme serves as a reminder to customers that it is against the law to purchase alcohol if you are under 18, or to purchase alcohol on behalf of someone who is under 18.

World Cup Guidance
Our World Cup guidance, produced in partnership with UKHospitality, the British Institute of Innkeeping (BII), the Local Government Association and the National Police Chiefs’ Council aims to encourage police, licensing authorities and the licensed trade to work together to ensure the safe and successful showing of football tournaments in pubs.

Long Live the Local
Our Long Live The Local Campaign exists to save pubs in communities across the UK through reducing the unfair tax burden on our sector.
Add your support, it only takes two minutes but could help your beloved local stay open.

Joint Member Survey
Each quarter, the BBPA along with other hospitality trade bodies (the British Institute of Innkeeping, Hospitality Ulster and UKHospitality) survey our members across a range of topics to gauge sentiment and collect data on business operations.
The responses represent approximately a wide range of hospitality sites across the UK.

Latest Employment & Skills Consultations
The government is seeking views through open consultations related to employment and workforce policy as part of its Employment Rights Act.

England Pub Business Rates Calculator
We have developed a practical and easy to use calculator to help publicans estimate what their business rates are likely to be.