Junction 32, Yorkshire’s leading outlet shopping destination, today announces that 2025 marked its most successful year in its 26-year tenure.
2025 saw footfall increase 3% year-on-year, alongside a sales increase by a positive 4% year-on-year. The demonstrable growth was delivered through a future-facing leasing strategy, including a range of new openings: Chopstix, Lovisa, Yours Clothing/BadRhino, Sportslocker and a Regatta/Craghoppers concept store.
Across Junction 32’s retail mix, a broad range of categories saw total turnover performances increase year-on-year: including the F&B category up 19%, ladieswear up 34% and menswear up 9%.
This backdrop of commercial success, alongside a strong Christmas and New Year trading delivered a clear signal of positive momentum heading into 2026. During Christmas week, like-for-like sales increased by 9% year-on-year, supported by a 4% uplift in footfall, reflecting sustained consumer demand and strong conversion across the portfolio.
This momentum accelerated into the first week of the New Year, with sales rising by 29% year-on-year alongside a 26% increase in footfall. Together, these results demonstrate robust customer engagement and spending patterns, proving a confident start to 2026 for Junction 32.
Rachel Scott, head of leasing at Global Mutual, commented: “We are thrilled that 2025 was such a strong year for Junction 32, with positive growth across all key metrics and a continued commitment to building purposeful relationships with our brands. As we look ahead to 2026, we are set to widen the destinations’ premium appeal with a targeted leasing strategy, bringing additional high-end brands to the centre.”
