As restrictions are lifted, how much do you expect to spend on local independent restaurants, bars etc compared to last year?

Summary

  • Overall, the research suggests that local independent restaurants, cafes, bars etc. will be negatively impacted; 45% of respondents are planning to spend less, while only 22% are planning to spend more.
  • 16-24 year olds are by far the most positive group with 41% expecting to spend more on local independent restaurants, bars etc.; 35-44 year olds are the most cautious having been hit harder financially. Females and households with children plan to spend less compared to other demographics.

Total sample

Base 1,814

This chart shows that 45% of residents plan to spend less in local independent restaurants, bars etc. in the coming year and 22% plan to spend more.

Age

Base 1,879

This chart shows that younger residents are most likely to be spending more locally at independent restaurants, bars etc. in the coming year than other age groups; 41% of 16-24 year old’s plan to spend less compared to 11% of those aged 65+.

Gender

Base 1,837

This chart shows that females are more likely to be spending less locally at independent restaurants, bars etc. in the coming year (50%) than males (39%).

Household composition

Base 1,885

This chart shows that households with children are more likely to be spending less locally at independent restaurants, bars etc. in the coming year (52%) than those with no children (42%).