Dealroom.co – UK Consumer Tech Update, Jan 2026

This report focuses on the UK consumer technology sector, highlighting venture capital investment trends and the value of consumer tech startups.

In 2025, UK consumer tech startups raised $3 billion, a 25% increase from 2024, driven mainly by late-stage investment rounds. The sector has generated a combined enterprise value of $185 billion, with 57 consumer unicorns representing 29% of all UK companies valued at $1 billion or more. Key companies include Deliveroo, Just Eat, ASOS, and others, with innovation spanning marketplaces, ecommerce, edtech, gaming, and creative services.