Falling to a series low
UK Fish & Seafood Production per Capita moved from 18.95 Kilogram in 2015 to 17.70 Kilogram in 2023 (−6.6%), an average of −0.8% a year. The series high was 19.92 Kilogram in 2016 and the low 17.70 Kilogram in 2023.
What UK Fish & Seafood Production per Capita shows
UK Fish & Seafood Production per Capita was 17.70 Kilogram in 2023, down 0.7% on 2022. The UK’s fish and seafood availability showed a gradual declining trend between 2015 and 2023, with the data measured in kilograms per person per year. The indicator represents fish and seafood available for consumption and provides insights into seafood supply patterns, consumer access, and market developments within the Retail & Consumer – Food & Beverages sector.
A 11.1% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2016) and low (2023) is 2.22 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was −5.5% in 2017.
Ranks 22 of 33 countries covered
Among the 33 countries in this dataset, UK ranks 22 for 2023, behind South Korea (52.82 Kilogram) and Malaysia (51.03 Kilogram). The global figure for 2023 is 19.93 Kilogram, so UK is below it.
Full series
UK Fish & Seafood Production per Capita by year
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Kilogram.
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| Year | Kilogram | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Trough | 17.70 | −0.7% |
| 2022 | 17.83 | −0.7% |
| 2021 | 17.96 | −0.5% |
| 2020 | 18.05 | −0.3% |
| 2019 | 18.11 | +1.2% |
| 2018 | 17.89 | −5% |
| 2017 | 18.83 | −5.5% |
| 2016Peak | 19.92 | +5.1% |
| 2015 | 18.95 | — |
Regional context
How UK compares in Europe
Fish & Seafood Production per Capita by country, 2023, Kilogram. UK is highlighted.
1Spain36.80
2France32.64
3Finland31.49
4Sweden30.62
5Italy29.39
6Denmark22.56
7Netherlands19.08
8UK17.70
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Fish & Seafood Production per Capita — Fish and seafood availability per capita refers to the estimated amount of fish and seafood available for consumption by an average person in a country during a year, measured in kilograms per person per year. The indicator represents food availability based on national food supply calculations, including domestic production, imports, exports, and changes in stocks. In Our World in Data, this metric is presented as a country-level time series, allowing comparison of fish and seafood availability trends across different years. The data is measured in kilograms per person per year and reflects the quantity of fish and seafood available within the food system rather than actual individual consumption.
The data includes fish and seafood products available for human consumption, covering a broad range of aquatic food categories such as marine fish, freshwater fish, crustaceans, mollusks, and other seafood products. The indicator incorporates supply-side factors including domestic fisheries production, aquaculture output, imports, exports, and stock adjustments to estimate annual food availability. The dataset is compiled from international food balance statistics and provides country-wise estimates for the selected time period. Values are calculated on a per capita basis by dividing total available fish and seafood supply by the population of each country.
The data does not represent actual individual consumption, dietary intake, or household-level seafood purchasing behavior. It does not measure nutritional quality, protein content, food waste, or differences in consumption patterns among population groups. The indicator excludes non-food uses of fish and seafood products, such as industrial applications, animal feed, and other commercial uses. It also does not directly measure fisheries sustainability, environmental impacts, or the economic value of the seafood industry. Differences may occur due to variations in statistical reporting methods, population estimates, trade data accuracy, and food supply accounting systems used across countries.
About this indicator
Fish & Seafood Production per Capita — Fish and seafood availability per capita refers to the estimated amount of fish and seafood available for consumption by an average person in a country during a year, measured in kilograms per person per year. The indicator represents food availability based on national food supply calculations, including domestic production, imports, exports, and changes in stocks. In Our World in Data, this metric is presented as a country-level time series, allowing comparison of fish and seafood availability trends across different years. The data is measured in kilograms per person per year and reflects the quantity of fish and seafood available within the food system rather than actual individual consumption.
The UK recorded 18.95 kilograms of fish and seafood availability per person in 2015, followed by an increase to 19.92 kilograms in 2016, which represented the highest level during the analyzed period. However, availability declined to 18.83 kilograms in 2017 and continued decreasing to 17.89 kilograms in 2018. The reduction indicates a shift from the higher availability levels observed during the initial years.
Between 2019 and 2023, the UK maintained a relatively stable but slightly declining pattern. Availability increased marginally to 18.11 kilograms in 2019 before decreasing gradually to 18.05 kilograms in 2020 and 17.96 kilograms in 2021. The downward movement continued in 2022, reaching 17.83 kilograms, and further declined to 17.70 kilograms in 2023, marking the lowest value recorded during the period.
Overall, the UK’s fish and seafood availability remained relatively consistent, with values fluctuating within a narrow range throughout 2015–2023. Despite the decline after 2016, the market maintained stable access to seafood products, reflecting consistent supply conditions and consumer availability. The trend provides insights into changes in seafood consumption patterns, supply dynamics, and the broader performance of the UK’s food and beverage industry. Monitoring these developments helps understand long-term changes in seafood availability and market conditions across the European region.
- Indicator
- Fish & Seafood Production per Capita
- Country
- UK
- Region
- Europe
- Unit
- Kilogram
- Coverage
- 2015–2023, annual
- Category
- Retail & Consumer
- Last updated
- August 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is UK Fish & Seafood Production per Capita?
Fish and seafood availability per capita refers to the estimated amount of fish and seafood available for consumption by an average person in a country during a year, measured in kilograms per person per year. The indicator represents food availability based on national food supply calculations, including domestic production, imports, exports, and changes in stocks. In Our World in Data, this metric is presented as a country-level time series, allowing comparison of fish and seafood availability trends across different years. The data is measured in kilograms per person per year and reflects the quantity of fish and seafood available within the food system rather than actual individual consumption.
What was UK Fish & Seafood Production per Capita in 2023?
UK Fish & Seafood Production per Capita was 17.70 Kilogram in 2023, down 0.7% on 2022.
How has UK Fish & Seafood Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2023?
UK Fish & Seafood Production per Capita moved from 18.95 Kilogram in 2015 to 17.70 Kilogram in 2023 (−6.6%), an average of −0.8% a year. The series high was 19.92 Kilogram in 2016 and the low 17.70 Kilogram in 2023.
Which year had the highest and lowest UK Fish & Seafood Production per Capita?
The highest value was 19.92 Kilogram in 2016 and the lowest was 17.70 Kilogram in 2023.
What does the UK Fish & Seafood Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes fish and seafood products available for human consumption, covering a broad range of aquatic food categories such as marine fish, freshwater fish, crustaceans, mollusks, and other seafood products. The indicator incorporates supply-side factors including domestic fisheries production, aquaculture output, imports, exports, and stock adjustments to estimate annual food availability. The dataset is compiled from international food balance statistics and provides country-wise estimates for the selected time period. Values are calculated on a per capita basis by dividing total available fish and seafood supply by the population of each country. Excluded: The data does not represent actual individual consumption, dietary intake, or household-level seafood purchasing behavior. It does not measure nutritional quality, protein content, food waste, or differences in consumption patterns among population groups. The indicator excludes non-food uses of fish and seafood products, such as industrial applications, animal feed, and other commercial uses. It also does not directly measure fisheries sustainability, environmental impacts, or the economic value of the seafood industry. Differences may occur due to variations in statistical reporting methods, population estimates, trade data accuracy, and food supply accounting systems used across countries.
Where does the UK Fish & Seafood Production per Capita data come from?
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&time=2015..2023&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls&Food=Fish+and+seafood&Metric=Food+available+for+consumption&Per+capita=true&Unit=Kilograms+per+year). It covers 2015–2023 and is reported in Kilogram.
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