United Kingdom Knife Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Type (Folding Blade, Fixed Blade, and Side Slide), By Material (Steel, Titanium, Ceramic, and Others), and United Kingdom Knife Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

United Kingdom Knife Market Size Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The United Kingdom Knife Market Size was Estimated at USD 251.34 Million in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 6.90% from 2025 to 2035
• The United Kingdom Knife Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 523.74 Million by 2035

According to a Research Report Published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, the United Kingdom Knife Market Size is anticipated to reach USD 523.74 million by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 6.90% from 2025 to 2035. Cafes, specialty coffee shops, and quick-service restaurants (QSRs) in the UK have proliferated due to the fast growth of metropolitan areas and consumers' inclination for a diverse range of cuisines.

Market Overview

The United Kingdom Knife Market Size refers to the industry focused on the design, manufacture, distribution, and sale of knives for a variety of uses, from home and culinary to outdoor, tactical, industrial, and professional. Knives that fold and retract are widely used in the construction sector. Consequently, the construction industry's notable advancements are anticipated to propel market expansion. The demand for kitchen knives is also anticipated to be driven during the projected period by the growing significance of aesthetic appeal in a variety of recipes. The knife industry is anticipated to be impacted by the introduction of sophisticated knives with a variety of blades. Furthermore, a thriving hospitality sector, rising household spending on cookware and cutlery, especially knives, and a stay-at-home mentality that has encouraged individuals to spend more on kitchenware are the main reasons propelling market expansion.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the United Kingdom knife market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the United Kingdom knife market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the United Kingdom knife market.

Driving Factors

The market for United Kingdom knife market is driven by a significant increase in demand for knives due to the growing number of households, as well as the growing number of houses undergoing kitchen remodeling and renovation projects. The market is anticipated to increase due to the abundance of players supplying different kinds of knives. The increasing trend of dining in cafes and restaurants offers appealing growth prospects for dining facilities across the globe. The demand from customers for social interaction, convenience, and excellent food and service has helped the restaurant business grow. Consequently, owners of restaurants are spending money on brand-new, superior cooking appliances.

Restraining Factors

The price volatility, stringency of government regulations, public safety concerns, and high possession and transportation of knives, especially those categorized as tactical or locking. These legal constraints are further amplified by rising concerns over knife-related crime, leading many retailers to impose age restrictions, reduce shelf presence, or discontinue certain product lines altogether.

Market Segmentation

The United Kingdom knife market share is classified into type and material.

• The folding blade segment held the largest market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The United Kingdom knife market is divided by type into folding blade, fixed blade, and side slide. Among these, the folding blade segment held the largest market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. Their strength makes them ideal for harsh outdoor tasks like woodworking, window prying, and hunting. Among the factors that favorably propel market expansion are the expanding number of restaurants, the growing habit of eating out, and the rise in household demand.

• The steel segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period.

The United Kingdom knife market is segmented by material into steel, titanium, ceramic, and others. Among these, the steel segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period. Stainless steel blades are increasingly being used in place of carbon steel ones. Compared to other knife materials, stainless steel is more affordable and more generally accessible. Companies have been making constant investments to increase the manufacture of stainless-steel knives due to the rising demand for these blades.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the United Kingdom knife market, along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Edge of Belgravia
• Arthur Price
• Richardson Sheffield
• Viners
• Fernite of Sheffield
• Samuel Staniforth Ltd
• Blok Knives
• Others

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at United Kingdom, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the United Kingdom knife market based on the below-mentioned segments:

United Kingdom Knife Market, By Type

• Folding Blade
• Fixed Blade
• Side Slide

United Kingdom Knife Market, By Material

• Steel
• Titanium
• Ceramic
• Others