United Kingdom (UK) Secondhand Books Market – Consumer Insights
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This report offers an overview of consumer attitudes in the UK secondhand books market
70.8% of secondhand book purchasers were motivated by saving money, with this being by far the most important driver as the cost of books has risen in the past few years due to inflationary pressures. Over half (52.3%) of consumers rely on secondhand for the majority (76-100%) of their book purchases due to the low prices available.
Key Highlights
Due to price rises of books in the past few years and weak consumer confidence, 70.8% of consumers who purchased secondhand books did so to save money or find a bargain
64.6% of consumers who bought secondhand books did so from a physical shop, due to the high number of charity shops selling books and specialist secondhand bookstores
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Understand consumer sentiments and future considerations in the UK secondhand books market
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