Now that we’re fully in the swing of the new year, we thought we could write a quick blog discussing the predicted changes, trends, challenges, and opportunities within the hygiene industry in 2025.
Growth and Employment
The UK cleaning & hygiene industry is an incredibly significant contributor to the economy, employing over 1.47 million people and generating £59 billion in annual turnover.
Unfortunately, labour shortages persist within our industry due to factors such as Brexit, which heavily impact the availability of workers. This issue is only heightened by the stereotype and general perception that cleaning is a ‘low-skill’ job, deterring young people from entering this area of work.
Trends and Consumer Preferences
An ever-growing trend in the UK cleaning industry is the demand for sustainable cleaning practices — something that we take great importance on! Primarily, this has occurred due to the rise in awareness of environmental issues, so customers are looking for more eco-friendly services. In fact, according to new research, up to 60% of UK consumers are willing to pay a premium for environmentally friendly alternatives.
In fact, hygiene companies will soon have to adapt to more eco-friendly products and services due to the UK’s commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
Automation in Practise
The role of automation within the cleaning industry is ever-growing. Devices such as cleaning robots, which can handler tasks like floor and window cleaning are becoming more common in commercial (and residential!) environments, and they’re only set to grow even more.
The use of robots is both highly efficient and more cost-effective, and the stats regarding their growth only demonstrates just how prevalent they’re becoming – in 2023, the global robot cleaning market was estimated to be at around $4.69 billion (£4.03 billion), with an anticipated rise of 22.9%.
Cleaning Robot Market Size Chart
Demand for Health and Hygiene Services
The COVID-19 pandemic has left a lasting impact on public attitudes toward cleanliness, with hygiene now a top priority for both businesses and consumers. Typical high-traffic areas, such as commercial spaces and healthcare facilities, are now expected to have regular deep-cleaning services. Therefore, cleaning businesses must invest in modern cleaning technologies that directly address these elevated standards.
Digital Development
Digital tools are becoming essential in the cleaning sector, and for good reasons! Digital services allow for:
- Streamlined operations
- Improved customer service
- Scheduling software
- Staff management
- Report enhancements
- …and more!
Digital marketing is also the key to attracting new clients. With the majority of consumers searching for services online, having a strong digital presence that encompasses online booking, social media engagement, as well as customer reviews, is absolutely necessary for cleaning companies.
Conclusion!
The UK cleaning industry is evolving at a rapid pace, with numerous opportunities for businesses to grow and absolutely thrive in 2025. By embracing trends such as sustainability, automation, health-focused cleaning, and digital tools, cleaning businesses & franchises can adapt to changing consumer demands and stay competitive.
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