Cards are the preferred way to pay in the UK-1

Debit cards are the payment method of choice among Brits

Want to know what's the go-to payment type for Brits? Here’s a hint: Two-thirds (66%) of digital buyers in the nation paid with debit cards in 2022, which is over triple (32%) the use of this payment solution in 2021.  

Market share of UK’s preferred payment methods

66%

Debit card

59%

Online payment services

58%

Direct debit 

44%

Credit card

15%

Prepaid cards/vouchers 

12%

Cash on delivery

9%

By invoice

7%

Cash in advance

UK’s most popular payment methods by usage

Top performing eCommerce segments in the UK

Clothing and footwear

Fashion

Electrical goods

Electronics 

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Toys, Hobby & DIY

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Beauty, Health, Personal & Household Care

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Projections for eCommerce in the UK

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eCommerce

US$230.36 billion by 2027 

UK’s eCommerce is gaining traction and is predicted to reach US$230.36 billion – an uptick from 2022’s $140.10 billion. 

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For eCommerce merchants aspiring to gain a foothold in the UK, below are the highlights of the country’s eCommerce and payments ecosystem you need to keep note of: 

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Card payments are a national favourite way to pay, with debit cards taking precedence as the go-to payment type 

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Smartphones are the preferred device when shopping online for more than two-thirds (69%) of Brits 

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BNPL services are sweeping the nation, with 17 million Brits tapping into this payment option. 

 

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