MRI OnLocation monthly commentary – October 2025

UK’s Savvy shoppers and cost-conscious consumers shape Octobers retail trends as footfall dips year-on-year but rises month-on-month.

Despite overall declines, retail parks and shopping centres proved their strength, especially when leveraging key events like the half-term and the booming night-time economy. Crucially, the data shows shoppers are adopting a cost-conscious strategy, kicking off their Christmas planning early to spread the financial load. These patterns provide a vital stable footing as we head into the crucial Black Friday and Golden Quarter period. Read our full analysis to see how these shifts in consumer behaviour impact your Q4 strategy.