UK Biometrics Market

UK Biometrics Market Overview:

The UK biometrics market size reached USD 1.49 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 5.03 Billion by ​​2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 14.50% during 2025-2033. The market is majorly driven by the rising cases of cyber attacks and terrorism, favorable government initiatives, increasing utilization of mobile banking and digital wallets, and various technological advancements.

UK Biometrics Market Trends:

Increasing Cases of Cyber Attacks and Terrorism

As per latest industry reports, UK businesses faced approximately 7.78 million cyber-attacks in 2023. The rising number of cybercrime and terrorism threats is catalyzing the demand for security measures, thereby favoring the UK biometrics market growth. Biometrics offer unique and difficult-to-replicate identifiers including fingerprints and facial recognition, providing a robust solution for identity verification and reducing the risk of unauthorized access. There is a rise in investment in biometric technologies as organizations seek to protect sensitive data and infrastructure. This includes systems that integrate biometric authentication for secure access to networks, devices, and physical locations. Organizations are adopting biometric solutions as part of multi-factor authentication (MFA) protocols. Combining biometrics with passwords or security tokens creates a layered defense, making it more difficult for attackers to compromise systems. With the rise in cyber attacks, particularly identity theft, biometrics offer a reliable means to authenticate identities. This is crucial in sectors such as banking and finance, where securing user data is paramount. Biometric technology is increasingly being integrated into broader security systems such as CCTV and access control. This holistic approach enhances threat detection capabilities in public and private sectors and creates a positive UK biometrics market outlook.

Favorable Government Initiatives

On 7 March 2024, governing agencies in the UK planned to spend around USD 295 Million on drones and facial recognition for police. Part of the budget is also allocated to the increased use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as facial recognition. Governing authorities in the country are increasingly focusing on public safety by implementing biometric systems at airports, public transportation hubs, and large events to enhance surveillance and identify potential threats quickly. They are introducing various policies and funding programs aimed at enhancing national security and public safety. Investments in biometric technologies, particularly for border security and law enforcement, are expanding the UK biometrics market share. Initiatives promoting a secure digital identity framework help standardize biometric usage across sectors. Furthermore, governing agencies are collaborating with technology firms and research institutions to develop and implement biometric solutions. These partnerships not only advance technology but also ensure that solutions meet regulatory and security standards. They are also establishing clear regulations around data protection and biometric data usage fosters a conducive environment for businesses. They are creating awareness about the benefits of biometrics, such as enhanced security and convenience, which is helping build public trust and acceptance among the population. 

UK Biometrics Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the country level for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on technology, functionality, component, authentication, and end user.

Technology Insights:

• Face Recognition
• Hand Geometry
• Voice Recognition
• Signature Recognition
• Iris Recognition
• AFIS
• Non-AFIS
• Others

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the technology. This includes face recognition, hand geometry, voice recognition, signature recognition, iris recognition, AFIS, Non-AFIS, and others.

Functionality Insights:

• Contact
• Non-contact
• Combined

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the functionality have also been provided in the report. This includes contact, non-contact, and combined.

Component Insights:

• Hardware
• Software

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the component. This includes hardware and software.

Authentication Insights:

• Single-Factor Authentication
• Multifactor Authentication

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the authentication have also been provided in the report. This includes single-factor authentication and multifactor authentication.

End User Insights:

• Government
• Defense Services
• Banking and Finance
• Consumer Electronics
• Healthcare
• Commercial Safety and Security
• Transport/Visa/Logistics
• Others

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the end user. This includes government, defense services, banking and finance, consumer electronics, healthcare, commercial safety and security, transport/visa/logistics, and others.

Regional Insights:

• London
• South East
• North West
• East of England
• South West
• Scotland
• West Midlands
• Yorkshire and The Humber
• East Midlands
• Others

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include London, South East, North West, East of England, South West, Scotland, West Midlands, Yorkshire and The Humber, East Midlands, and others.

Competitive Landscape:

The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.

UK Biometrics Market News:

• 23 August 2024: The UK government expanded eVisas to new biometric customers, replacing physical documents with an online immigration status.
• 2 January 2024: The UK’s Border Force planned to introduce facial recognition for travelers entering the country that would replace the need to present passports upon arrival.

UK Biometrics Market Report Coverage:

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

• How has the UK biometrics market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
• What is the breakup of the UK biometrics market on the basis of technology?
• What is the breakup of the UK biometrics market on the basis of functionality?
• What is the breakup of the UK biometrics market on the basis of component?
• What is the breakup of the UK biometrics market on the basis of authentication?
• What is the breakup of the UK biometrics market on the basis of end user?
• What is the breakup of the UK biometrics market on the basis of region?
• What are the various stages in the value chain of the UK biometrics market? 
• What are the key driving factors and challenges in the UK biometrics market?
• What is the structure of the UK biometrics market and who are the key players?
• What is the degree of competition in the UK biometrics market? 

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

• IMARC’s industry report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the UK biometrics market from 2019-2033.
• The research report provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the UK biometrics market.
• Porter's five forces analysis assist stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the UK biometrics industry and its attractiveness.
• Competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides an insight into the current positions of key players in the market.