Market Overview

The UK e-books market size was valued at USD 740.34 Million in 2024. It is projected to reach USD 1,100.21 Million by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 4.50% during the forecast period from 2025 to 2033. The market growth is driven by technological advancements making tablets affordable, increased digital literacy and internet usage, and widespread adoption in education where e-books facilitate accessibility for visually impaired individuals. For detailed insights, visit the UK E-Books Market. 

Study Assumption Years

• Base Year: 2024
• Historical Year/Period: 2019-2024
• Forecast Year/Period: 2025-2033

UK E-Books Market Key Takeaways

• The UK e-books market size was USD 740.34 Million in 2024.
• The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.50% during 2025-2033.
• The forecast market value is USD 1,100.21 Million by 2033.
• Increased digital literacy among UK adults, with 92% active internet users in 2020, is boosting market demand.
• The percentage of internet users aged 75 and above nearly doubled from 29% in 2013 to 54% in 2020.
• Significant investments in the educational sector, such as over £100 Million allocated for remote education devices and connectivity, have propelled e-book adoption.
• E-books are favored in education for their adaptability to font size and reading speed, aiding visually impaired learners.

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Market Growth Factors

The UK e-books market as a whole is buoyed by rising digital literacy and increased use of the internet. In 2020, according to the Office for National Statistics, 92% of UK adults were internet users. Internet use is 99% of those aged 16-44 and 54% of those over 75. The proportion of people using the internet aged 75 or over has almost doubled from 29% in 2013 to 54% by 2020. London had the highest proportion of recent internet users at 95%, reflecting the digital engagement of people in London, and democratizing access to digital content such as e-books.

The education sector is one of the UK's largest contributing sectors to the e-books market. The UK government provided over £100 Milion to support remote learning, including devices and connectivity, to disadvantaged students through the COVID-19 pandemic. This will provide expert technical and peer support from leading educational technology institutions. E-books will be used to provide flexible, interactive, up-to-date material tailored to different learning styles as part of the new curriculum. It reduces reliance on customary print textbooks, makes content more accessible, and will drive e-book industry growth.

Technological advances, and declining prices of tablets increase the market for e-book readers. Changing font size or reading speed on the screen allows visually impaired people and others to more easily read books. A greater number of users, in turn, incentivizes technological improvements, and motivates publishers and platforms to invest within and develop the infrastructure to support the industry.

Market Segmentation

Platform Insights:

• Smartphones
• Tablets and Laptops

_Description:_ The market is segmented by platform, focusing on smartphones and tablets/laptops as key devices for accessing e-books, reflecting the technological trends and user preferences.

Industry Insights:

• Educational
• Entertainment
• Manufacturing

_Description:_ The market segmentation by industry includes educational, entertainment, and manufacturing sectors, highlighting the diverse application areas for e-books usage.

Regional Insights:

• London
• South East
• North West
• East of England
• South West
• Scotland
• West Midlands
• Yorkshire and The Humber
• East Midlands
• Others

_Description:_ The regional breakdown covers major UK regions, demonstrating a broad market presence with London leading digital engagement and usage.

Regional Insights

London is identified as the region with the highest rate of recent internet use at 95% in 2020, supporting robust digital engagement. Northern Ireland had the lowest at 88%. This emphasizes London’s dominance in digital infrastructure and access, positioning it as a key growth region within the UK e-books market.

Recent Developments & News

In January 2024, OverDrive reported that UK librarians expanded their digital services with a 21% year-on-year increase in checkouts of e-books, audiobooks, and digital magazines, totaling 16.5 million via OverDrive and its Libby app. OverDrive serves 92,000 libraries and schools globally. In March 2023, Bookshop.org raised $1.8 million to launch e-books and audiobooks in the UK, enabling independent bookshops to sell digital formats and compete with Amazon, with a private beta planned for late 2023 and full rollout in 2024.

Key Players

• OverDrive
• Bookshop.org

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