The latest UK Below Ground Drainage and Surface Water Management Systems Market Report 2025–2029, delivers essential market intelligence for companies looking to capitalise on new growth opportunities driven by infrastructure investment, climate resilience, and regulatory change.
Market Value
The report reveals that the UK market for below ground drainage and surface water management products was valued at £846 million (MSP) in 2024, reflecting a 9% growth since 2021. After a brief slowdown, the sector is forecast to achieve annual growth of 3–4% over the next five years, supported by rising demand for resilient infrastructure solutions, major government-backed housing initiatives, and the implementation of mandatory standards for Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SUDS).
Market Drivers
Key market drivers include population growth, urban expansion, climate change-related flooding risks, and the urgent need to upgrade the UK’s ageing drainage and sewerage infrastructure, highlighted by the record number of storm overflow incidents recorded in 2024.
The report identifies leading suppliers in the sector, including Polypipe, Wavin, FP McCann, Marshalls Mono, and Aliaxis, with a product portfolio dominated by plastic drainage systems, precast concrete pipes, and surface water management solutions.
Green Infrastructure
Increasing investment in green infrastructure projects and the development of new standards for SUDS are set to significantly influence product innovation and procurement strategies across the industry through to 2029.
What else is covered in the Below Ground Drainage, Sewage and Surface Water Management Market Report?
The 2nd Edition of the report provides detailed insight into the UK market for below ground drainage, sewer systems, and surface water management products. Valued at an estimated £846 million in 2024, the market is entering a new phase of steady growth, underpinned by government infrastructure investment, housebuilding targets, and urgent upgrades to ageing drainage networks.
With five-year forecasts and granular segmentation by material and application, this report is essential for suppliers, contractors, and industry stakeholders navigating this complex and evolving sector.
