United Kingdom PE Pipes Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034

United Kingdom PE Pipes Market Size

The United Kingdom PE pipes market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.5% between 2025 and 2034.

United Kingdom PE Pipes Market Outlook

• As per the industry reports, in 2021, around 1.6 million tonnes of plastic raw material is produced every year in the UK, creating a flourishing landscape for PE (polyethylene) pipes.

• The water companies in the UK are investing around £7.1 billion from 2020 to 2025, which includes improvement in storm overflows and development in sewer systems, boosting the demand for PE pipes.

• In the fiscal year 2022-2023, the total spending on farm support in England was £2.33 billion, which fuels the growth of PE pipes for irrigational purposes.

United Kingdom PE Pipes Market Growth

Rising investment in infrastructure, rapid replacement and upgradation of ageing pipes, and growth of water management projects are some of the most prominent market drivers. Initiatives aimed at enhancing water management and conservation such as reducing water loss and controlling stormwater, continue to drive the need for effective piping solutions such as the ones provided by PE pipes.

Moreover, high-density polyethylene (HDPE) pipes are expected to grow at a CAGR of 5% between 2025-2034 as they are increasingly being favoured for their exceptional strength-to-density ratio, making them highly suitable for high-pressure applications. The corrosion resistance, lightweight nature, and flexibility of HDPE make it the preferred material for numerous piping systems in the country. PE pipes are also widely utilised in agricultural settings for irrigation systems due to their ability to withstand environmental pressures making them ideal for both above and below-ground installations, facilitating the efficient usage of water resources. Over the forecast period, the irrigation segment is expected to grow at  a CAGR of 4.3%.

United Kingdom PE Pipes Industry Segmentation

“United Kingdom PE Pipes Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034” offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:

Market Breakup by Type

• HDPE

• MDPE

• LDPE

• LLDPE

Market Breakup by Application

• Water Supply

• Irrigation

• Sewerage and Drainage

• Gas Supply

• Mining and Slurry Lines

• Others

Market Breakup by Region

• England

• Wales

• Scotland

• Northern Ireland

United Kingdom PE Pipes Market Share

Based on application, the market is divided into water supply, irrigation, sewerage and drainage, gas supply, and mining and slurry lines, among others. The water supply sector will likely account for a CAGR of 4.8% over the forecast period due to the widespread adoption of PE pipes in municipal water supply systems, catering to both drinking water and general water services. The preference for PE pipes in these applications is due to their leak-proof characteristics, high corrosion resistance, and prolonged service life which play a pivotal role in minimising water loss and maintenance expenses.

Leading Companies in the United Kingdom PE Pipes Market

The market players are improving the properties of PE pipes to meet the evolving regulatory landscape.

• Westwood Pipelines Ltd.

• Pipelife Ireland Ltd.

• SIMONA Peak Pipe Systems Ltd.

• Aliaxis Holdings S.A.

• Radius Systems Ltd.

• INEOS AG (WL Plastics)

• Others

Key Highlights of the Report