- Crude Oil and Condensate Production refers to the total volume of crude oil and lease condensate extracted from oil and gas reservoirs within a country during a given year.
UK Crude Oil and Condensate Production was 659 Thousand Barrels Daily in 2023, down 11.2% on 2022. The Crude Oil and Condensate Production dataset of the UK from 2015 to 2023 provides a clear and consistent view of the country’s oil production landscape, highlighting production trends, crude oil output, condensate volumes, and overall supply patterns throughout the review period.
UK Crude Oil and Condensate Production moved from 903 Thousand Barrels Daily in 2015 to 659 Thousand Barrels Daily in 2023 (−27%), an average of −3.9% a year. The series high was 1,019 Thousand Barrels Daily in 2019 and the low 659 Thousand Barrels Daily in 2023.
The gap between the series high (2019) and low (2023) is 360 Thousand Barrels Daily. The sharpest single-year move was −16% in 2021.
Among the 28 countries in this dataset, UK ranks 17 for 2023, behind U.S. (12,927 Thousand Barrels Daily) and Russia (10,554 Thousand Barrels Daily). It accounts for 0.8% of the global total in 2023.
Full series
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Thousand Barrels Daily.
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| Year | Thousand Barrels Daily | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Trough | 659 | −11.2% |
| 2022 | 742 | −8.1% |
| 2021 | 807 | −16% |
| 2020 | 961 | −5.7% |
| 2019Peak | 1,019 | +1.7% |
| 2018 | 1,002 | +9.7% |
| 2017 | 913 | −2.1% |
| 2016 | 933 | +3.3% |
| 2015 | 903 | — |
Regional context
Crude Oil and Condensate Production by country, 2023, Thousand Barrels Daily. UK is highlighted.
Data definition
Crude Oil and Condensate Production — - Crude Oil and Condensate Production refers to the total volume of crude oil and lease condensate extracted from oil and gas reservoirs within a country during a given year. It is typically measured in thousand barrels per day (kb/d) and represents the production of unrefined liquid hydrocarbons before processing or refining. Crude oil is the naturally occurring liquid petroleum extracted from underground reservoirs, while condensate is a light hydrocarbon liquid that separates from natural gas when pressure and temperature decrease during production. This indicator provides insight into a country's upstream petroleum production capacity, resource availability, and contribution to global oil supply.
The data includes the production of crude oil extracted from conventional and unconventional oil fields, as well as lease condensate recovered at the wellhead or during field processing before refining. It covers both onshore and offshore oil production and includes output from integrated oil and gas operations where condensate is produced alongside natural gas. Production is reported before refining and excludes downstream petroleum processing activities. The dataset is compiled using standardized international energy reporting methodologies based on national production statistics and industry data, enabling consistent comparison of crude oil and condensate production across countries and over time.
The data excludes refined petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, kerosene, fuel oil, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), and other products obtained through refinery processing. It also excludes natural gas production, natural gas liquids (NGLs) other than lease condensate, synthetic fuels, biofuels, oil shale products, and petroleum derived from coal-to-liquids or gas-to-liquids processes unless specifically stated in the reporting methodology. The indicator does not measure crude oil reserves, exports, imports, domestic consumption, refinery throughput, or production value. Minor differences may occur due to variations in national reporting standards, condensate classification, and estimation methodologies across countries.
Crude Oil and Condensate Production — - Crude Oil and Condensate Production refers to the total volume of crude oil and lease condensate extracted from oil and gas reservoirs within a country during a given year. It is typically measured in thousand barrels per day (kb/d) and represents the production of unrefined liquid hydrocarbons before processing or refining. Crude oil is the naturally occurring liquid petroleum extracted from underground reservoirs, while condensate is a light hydrocarbon liquid that separates from natural gas when pressure and temperature decrease during production. This indicator provides insight into a country's upstream petroleum production capacity, resource availability, and contribution to global oil supply.
Measured in thousand barrels per day, the dataset reflects the volume of crude oil and condensate produced from domestic offshore and onshore fields, making it an important indicator of upstream petroleum activity, production capacity, energy security, and the performance of the national oil industry.
The United Kingdom produced 903 thousand barrels per day of crude oil and condensate in 2015, increasing to 933 thousand barrels per day in 2016 before easing slightly to 913 thousand barrels per day in 2017. Production rose to 1,002 thousand barrels per day in 2018 and reached a peak of 1,019 thousand barrels per day in 2019, supported by improved offshore production and field optimization. In 2020, output declined to 961 thousand barrels per day as lower oil demand and operational challenges affected production. The downward trend continued with production falling to 807 thousand barrels per day in 2021, 742 thousand barrels per day in 2022, and 659 thousand barrels per day in 2023, the lowest level recorded during the review period.
Overall, the dataset indicates a long-term decline in the UK's crude oil and condensate production despite temporary gains before 2020. The sustained reduction in recent years reflects the maturity of offshore oil fields, natural production decline, and changing investment patterns within the upstream sector. The dataset provides valuable insights for monitoring domestic oil production, evaluating supply trends, supporting energy market analysis, forecasting future output, and informing energy policy decisions. It also assists governments, researchers, investors, and industry stakeholders in assessing the long-term performance and outlook of the United Kingdom's petroleum industry.
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Definition- Crude Oil and Condensate Production refers to the total volume of crude oil and lease condensate extracted from oil and gas reservoirs within a country during a given year. It is typically measured in thousand barrels per day (kb/d) and represents the production of unrefined liquid hydrocarbons before processing or refining. Crude oil is the naturally occurring liquid petroleum extracted from underground reservoirs, while condensate is a light hydrocarbon liquid that separates from natural gas when pressure and temperature decrease during production. This indicator provides insight into a country's upstream petroleum production capacity, resource availability, and contribution to global oil supply.
UK Crude Oil and Condensate Production was 659 Thousand Barrels Daily in 2023, down 11.2% on 2022.
UK Crude Oil and Condensate Production moved from 903 Thousand Barrels Daily in 2015 to 659 Thousand Barrels Daily in 2023 (−27%), an average of −3.9% a year. The series high was 1,019 Thousand Barrels Daily in 2019 and the low 659 Thousand Barrels Daily in 2023.
The highest value was 1,019 Thousand Barrels Daily in 2019 and the lowest was 659 Thousand Barrels Daily in 2023.
Included: The data includes the production of crude oil extracted from conventional and unconventional oil fields, as well as lease condensate recovered at the wellhead or during field processing before refining. It covers both onshore and offshore oil production and includes output from integrated oil and gas operations where condensate is produced alongside natural gas. Production is reported before refining and excludes downstream petroleum processing activities. The dataset is compiled using standardized international energy reporting methodologies based on national production statistics and industry data, enabling consistent comparison of crude oil and condensate production across countries and over time. Excluded: The data excludes refined petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, kerosene, fuel oil, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), and other products obtained through refinery processing. It also excludes natural gas production, natural gas liquids (NGLs) other than lease condensate, synthetic fuels, biofuels, oil shale products, and petroleum derived from coal-to-liquids or gas-to-liquids processes unless specifically stated in the reporting methodology. The indicator does not measure crude oil reserves, exports, imports, domestic consumption, refinery throughput, or production value. Minor differences may occur due to variations in national reporting standards, condensate classification, and estimation methodologies across countries.
The series is sourced from energyinst.org (https://www.energyinst.org/__data/assets/pdf_file/0006/1542714/684_EI_Stat_Review_V16_DIGITAL.pdf). It covers 2015–2023 and is reported in Thousand Barrels Daily.
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