UK CPIH index: other recreational items, gardens and pets
UK CPIH index: other recreational items, gardens and pets stood at 124.9 in Aug 2026, according to Office for National Statistics (ONS). It is one of the indicators in the Consumer price inflation table (Value · Monthly), with a complete series running from Jan 1988 to Aug 2026. The complete series with an interactive chart, free to download.
This indicator in the Consumer price inflation table
| Indicator | 08-2026 | 07-2026 | 06-2026 | 05-2026 | 04-2026 | 03-2026 | 02-2026 | 01-2026 | 12-2025 | 11-2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPIH index by group | |||||||||||
| Other recreational items, gardens and pets | 124.9 | 123.7 | 124.6 | 124.6 | 124.7 | 125.5 | 124.1 | 124.5 | 124.6 | 125.2 | |
| Recreational and cultural services | 151.1 | 150 | 149.2 | 148.6 | 148.3 | 146.3 | 145.1 | 146.1 | 144.9 | 144.2 |
Understanding UK CPIH index: other recreational items, gardens and pets
Measuring consumer price movements for gardening supplies, pet products, camping equipment, and miscellaneous recreational goods across the United Kingdom, this metric covers plants, pet food, veterinary accessories, and hobby materials. It excludes live animals, larger motorized garden machinery, and cultural admission tickets. The index forms part of the broad consumer inflation measure that includes owner occupiers' housing costs.
Seasonality affects this category through gardening goods and outdoor leisure items peaking in spring and summer, while pet maintenance costs remain relatively stable year-round. Analysts should examine twelve-month percentage changes to smooth out these seasonal horticultural cycles and identify underlying retail trends. Revisions to early data releases are uncommon. When comparing this series with audio-visual equipment, note that recreational items and pet supplies are driven by steady consumer demand rather than the rapid technological price deflation seen in consumer electronics.
Frequently asked questions
- Does this index include pet veterinary services?
- Pet food and accessories are included, while veterinary services are categorised under separate service headings.
- Why do gardening supplies show strong seasonality?
- Demand for plants, seeds, and landscaping items concentrates heavily in the spring and summer months.
- How should analysts evaluate price trends here?
- Twelve-month comparisons neutralise seasonal gardening peaks to reveal true underlying retail inflation.