United Kingdom Inflation Rate
3.0%▲ +0.21 pt
Jul 2026 · Monthly
United Kingdom's annual inflation rate rose to 3.03% in July 2026 from 2.82% in June 2026. The latest reading remains well below the all-time high of 26.87% recorded in August 1975 and above the all-time low of -0.82% from June 1959. The series spans from January 1956.
| Actual | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Dates | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0% | 2.8% | 26.9%Aug 1975 | -0.8%Jun 1959 | 1956 – 2026 | Monthly |
About this series
Inflation Rate in United Kingdom averaged 2.8% from 1956 until 2026, reaching an all-time high of 26.9% in Aug 1975 and a record low of -0.8% in Jun 1959. The series is reported monthly with history from 1956.
The indicator measures the annual percentage change in the consumer price index for the United Kingdom, expressed in percent. It is reported monthly and tracks the rate of price change for a broad basket of goods and services. The series begins in January 1956 and includes observations through July 2026.
Source & methodology
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