Online shoppers who bought food and beverages in the UK 2023, by age

Published by Statista Research Department, Nov 16, 2024

In 2023, consumers in the United Kingdom bought food online more often than both alcoholic and soft drinks. About 41 percent of online shoppers aged 35 to 44 bought at least one food item online throughout the year. In comparison, online soft drink purchases were most popular among consumers aged 45 to 54.

Share of online shoppers who purchased food and beverages online in the United Kingdom (UK ) in 2023, by age group

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Release date

February 2024

Region

United Kingdom

Survey time period

January 2024

Number of respondents

2,010 respondents

Age group

16 years and older

Special properties

online purchases made in the last year

Method of interview

Online survey

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