In 2024, the number of pubs in England and Wales has hit a record low, with more than 400 closing their doors, reflecting ongoing economic challenges.
New analysis from Atlus Group indicates that the number of pubs has fallen to 38,989, the first time it has dipped below 39,000 since record keeping began.
The rate of pub closures accelerated post-pandemic, averaging 50 per month in the first half of 2024, the worst since the Covid pandemic.
London experienced the highest losses with a net reduction of 55 pubs, highlighting regional disparities in the impacts due to inflation and demand.
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