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Opticians in the UK - Employment (2020-2030)
There are xx employees in the Opticians industry in the UK, which is expected to grow at xx% over the next five years. Companies in this industry sell and fit prescription lenses, frames, contact lenses and other eyewear accessories from specialised stores. Opticians are trained to fit frames for customers and some also provide eye examinations.
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Employment
Total value (#) and annual change from 2012 – 2030.
Revenue
$XX
2020-2025 XX%
2025-2030 XX%
Employees
XX
2020-2025 XX%
2025-2030 XX%
Businesses
XX
2020-2025 XX%
2025-2030 XX%
Profit
$XX
2020-2025 XX%
Profit Margin
XX%
2020-2025 XX%
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| Industry | Sector | Last 5-yr CAGR | Forecast 5-year CAGR | Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical & Dental Instrument Manufacturing in the UK |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Dispensing Chemists in the UK |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Medical & Orthopaedic Supplies Retailers in the UK |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Specialist Medical Practices in the UK |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Eyeglasses & Contact Lens Stores in the US |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Online Eyeglasses & Contact Lens Sales in the US |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Eyeglasses & Contact Lens Stores in Canada |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Optometry and Optical Dispensing in Australia |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Optometry and Optical Dispensing in New Zealand |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are employed in the Opticians in the UK in 2025?
There is 78,414 people employed in the Opticians in the UK as of 2025.
What is employment growth in the Opticians in the UK in 2025?
The number of people employed in the Opticians in the UK grew 3.2% on average over the five years between 2020 and 2025.
Is employment in the Opticians in the UK expected to grow or decline over the next 5 years?
See our full analysis of the Opticians in the UK to understand if the industry employment is expected to grow or decline over the next five years.
How many people does the average business in the Opticians in the UK employ?
The average Opticians in the UK business is 14.5 employees.
Are businesses in the Opticians in the UK adding employees?
The average business in the Opticians in the UK now employs more workers than it did five years ago.
How productive are employees in the Opticians in the UK?
The revenue per employee for the average business in the Opticians in the UK has decreased in the last five years.
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