U.K. Modular Construction Market Size & Outlook, 2026-2033
The modular construction market in the UK is expected to reach a projected revenue of US$ 32,229.3 million by 2033. A compound annual growth rate of 8.4% is expected of the UK modular construction market from 2026 to 2033.
The UK modular construction market generated a revenue of USD 16,938.0 million in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 32,229.3 million by 2033.
The UK market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.4% from 2026 to 2033.
In terms of segment, permanent was the largest revenue generating type in 2025.
Permanent is the most lucrative type segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
Modular construction market data book summary
Market revenue in 2025
USD 16,938.0 million
Market revenue in 2033
USD 32,229.3 million
Growth rate
8.4% (CAGR from 2026 to 2033)
Largest segment
Permanent
Fastest growing segment
Permanent
Historical data
2021 - 2024
Base year
2025
Forecast period
2026 - 2033
Quantitative units
Revenue in USD million
Market segmentation
Relocatable, Permanent
Key market players worldwide
Sekisui House Ltd, Bouygues, Skanska AB ADR, Lendlease Group, Laing O'Rourke, Red Sea International, Premier Modular, KLEUSBERG, Dubox, CIMC Modular Building Systems, Modulaire Group, Guerdon Modular Buildings, Hickory Group International
Other key industry trends
In terms of revenue, UK accounted for 15.2% of the global modular construction market in 2025.
Country-wise, China is expected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2033.
In Europe, UK modular construction market is projected to lead the regional market in terms of revenue in 2033.
UK is the fastest growing regional market in Europe and is projected to reach USD 32,229.3 million by 2033.
In the UK, modular construction is gaining popularity as a viable method of constructing affordable homes owing to various factors such as population growth and shortages in housing. The number of modular homes in the country is increasing, and the country's top construction companies, investors, and developers are exploring modular housing solutions.
As the UK government plans to construct approximately 300,000 new homes per year to address the challenges in the housing market, modular construction is expected to play a significant role. In Europe, UK is one of the leading markets for modular construction owing to the high rate of adoption.
The chronic shortage of skilled labor, massive ongoing investment in residential housing development, and a renewed focus on upgrading healthcare infrastructure are expected to drive the market in the country over the forecast period.
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Permanent was the largest segment with a revenue share of 66.41% in 2025.
Horizon Databook has segmented the U.K. modular construction market based on relocatable, permanent covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2021 to 2033.
In the UK, modular construction is gaining popularity as a viable method of constructing affordable homes owing to various factors such as population growth and shortages in housing. The number of modular homes in the country is increasing, and the country's top construction companies, investors, and developers are exploring modular housing solutions.
As the UK government plans to construct approximately 300,000 new homes per year to address the challenges in the housing market, modular construction is expected to play a significant role. In Europe, UK is one of the leading markets for modular construction owing to the high rate of adoption.
The chronic shortage of skilled labor, massive ongoing investment in residential housing development, and a renewed focus on upgrading healthcare infrastructure are expected to drive the market in the country over the forecast period.
U.K. Modular Construction Market Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2021-2033)
Relocatable
Permanent
U.K. Modular Construction Market Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2021-2033)
Residential
Commercial
Industrial
Healthcare
Educational
U.K. Modular Construction Market Material Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2021-2033)
Wood
Steel
Concrete
Others
U.K. Modular Construction Market Module Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2021-2033)
Four-sided
Open-sided
Partially open-sided
Mixed modules & floor cassettes
Modules supported by a primary structure
Others
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