United Kingdom: Savings, percent of GDP

The latest value from 2025 is 17.18 percent, an increase from 16.76 percent in 2024. In comparison, the world average is 23.38 percent, based on data from 72 countries. Historically, the average for the United Kingdom from 1970 to 2025 is 17.31 percent. The minimum value, 12.65 percent, was reached in 2013 while the maximum of 24.76 percent was recorded in 1970. See the global rankings for that indicator or use the country comparator to compare trends over time.

The savings in the United Kingdom and other countries is calculated as the difference between income and consumption, expressed as percent of GDP.

Definition: Gross savings are calculated as gross national income less total consumption, plus net transfers.