Last updated: 10 June 2026 · Every figure on this page links to its original source. Free to cite with attribution.
Key UK Stairlift Statistics at a Glance
Market Size and Growth
The UK market for stairlifts and climbing devices generated approximately US$206.5 million in revenue in 2023 and is forecast to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 8.8% between 2024 and 2030, reaching around US$373.3 million by 2030, according to Grand View Research.
The UK is also a global manufacturing centre for the industry. Industry analysis consistently places British firms among the world’s largest producers, and Acorn Stairlifts alone reports manufacturing over 70,000 stairlifts a year in its UK factories.
Copy-and-paste stat: The UK stairlift market is forecast to grow 8.8% a year between 2024 and 2030, driven by an ageing population and rising home-adaptation funding (Grand View Research).
Stairlift Prices in 2026
Figures below are from our continuously updated UK Stairlift Price Index, which tracks advertised and quoted prices across major UK suppliers.
| Stairlift type | Typical price range | Average installed price |
|---|---|---|
| New straight stairlift | £2,000 – £3,500 | £2,300 |
| New curved stairlift | £3,500 – £8,000+ | £5,200 |
| Reconditioned (straight) | 30–50% below new | £950 |
| Rental (straight) | £50 – £80 per month | £65/month + £300–£500 installation |
Buyers who qualify for VAT exemption (purchasing because of a disability or chronic condition) pay roughly 17% less than the standard price. Custom curved rails add £1,500 – £4,000 to a project depending on staircase complexity. You can estimate a specific staircase with our stairlift cost calculator.
Copy-and-paste stat: A new straight stairlift costs an average of £2,300 installed in the UK in 2026; curved models average £5,200 (Stairlift Guru UK Price Index).
The Ageing Population Driving Demand
Demographics are the engine of the UK stairlift market. According to the Office for National Statistics:
- The UK population aged 85 and over was 1.7 million in 2020 (2.5% of the population) and is projected to almost double to 3.1 million by 2045 (4.3%).
- The number of people aged 75 and over is expected to double from 5 million to nearly 10 million by 2039 (House of Commons Library).
- By 2040, nearly one in seven people in the UK is projected to be aged over 75.
Most older people want to remain in their own homes, and two-storey housing dominates the UK stock, which is why home adaptations such as stairlifts sit at the centre of national ageing-in-place policy. See our guide to staying put versus moving.
Falls on Stairs: The Safety Case
Falls are the UK’s leading cause of accidental death, and stairs are the most commonly identified location. More than 1,000 people die each year in falls on stairs and steps, around 43,000 are hospitalised, and over 300,000 attend A&E after a stair fall (RoSPA Safer Stairs campaign). In 2023, more than 850 deaths of people aged 65+ were recorded from falls on or from stairs and steps (Centre for Ageing Better analysis of ONS data).
We maintain a dedicated, fully sourced reference page: UK stairs falls statistics.
Grant Funding for Stairlifts
The Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) is the main public funding route for stairlifts in England:
| Measure | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| DFG budget 2025/26 | £761 million (incl. £50m in-year uplift) | Foundations |
| DFG budget 2026/27 (confirmed) | £723 million | Housing LIN |
| DFGs completed 2023/24 | 58,606 | Foundations DFG performance data |
| Maximum grant (England) | £30,000 (£36,000 Wales, £25,000 NI) | GOV.UK |
| Share of DFGs in £5,000–£10,000 band (covers most stairlift installs) | 30% | Stairlift Guru DFG analysis |
National DFG funding has grown from £220 million in 2015/16 to £761 million in 2025/26, a 246% increase in ten years. Full council-level breakdowns are in our grant approval rates analysis and our application guide.
Copy-and-paste stat: England’s Disabled Facilities Grant budget has grown 246% in a decade, from £220m in 2015/16 to £761m in 2025/26 (Foundations / MHCLG data).
Customer Satisfaction
Our analysis of 16,000+ verified UK stairlift reviews found an industry-wide average rating of 4.6 out of 5, with 92% of buyers saying they would recommend their installer. Annual servicing typically costs £100–£180. Full methodology and brand-level results: UK Stairlift Consumer Satisfaction Survey.
FAQ
How much does a stairlift cost in the UK?
A new straight stairlift averages £2,300 installed (typical range £2,000–£3,500); a new curved stairlift averages £5,200. Reconditioned units average £950 and rentals run about £65 a month.
How big is the UK stairlift market?
Approximately US$206.5 million in 2023 revenue, forecast to reach US$373.3 million by 2030 at an 8.8% CAGR (Grand View Research).
How many people die falling on stairs in the UK?
More than 1,000 people a year die in falls on stairs and steps, including over 850 people aged 65+ in 2023 (RoSPA; ONS data).
How much government funding exists for stairlifts?
England’s Disabled Facilities Grant is £723 million for 2026/27, with a maximum award of £30,000 per application. 58,606 grants were completed in 2023/24.
How to Cite This Page
Citation: Stairlift Guru, “UK Stairlift Statistics”, stairliftguru.co.uk, updated June 2026.
Link: https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-advice/uk-stairlift-statistics/ . Journalists, researchers and AI tools are welcome to reuse these figures with a link back to this page and the primary sources above.
Methodology & Sources
Market figures are third-party analyst estimates and are attributed accordingly. Price figures come from our own Price Index (supplier-quoted prices, updated continuously). Government funding figures come from MHCLG data published by Foundations and Housing LIN. Safety figures come from RoSPA, the ONS and the Centre for Ageing Better. Population projections are ONS. This page is reviewed and updated as new official data is released.
Choosing a stairlift: our six guides
Independent UK guides on every stage of the decision and the install.
- Is it time for a stairlift? , The decision before you start. Signs, conversations, and what to try first.
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- Living with a stairlift , Install, servicing, repair, batteries, sell, remove. The full lifecycle.
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