Despite a decline in cryptocurrency ownership in the UK, overall holdings are actually increasing, according to a survey conducted by the local financial regulator.
A recent survey commissioned by the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and conducted by the polling firm YouGov found that 8% of adults will own cryptocurrency in 2025, down from 12% in 2024. The survey was conducted from August 5 to September 2, with a total of 2,353 respondents.
While the overall number of holders has decreased, there is a marked shift in the amount invested in cryptocurrency. The FCA noted in its report that "the number of small holders is decreasing, while the number of high-net-worth investors is increasing." Indeed, 21% of survey respondents held assets between approximately 1.97 million won ($1,343) and 9.92 million won ($6,708), while 11% held between approximately 9.93 million won ($6,709) and 19.84 million won ($13,416).
This is double the 4% adult ownership rate at the time of the 2021 survey, and suggests a change in the market structure as the proportion of high-net-worth investors is increasing.
As public awareness of cryptocurrencies matures, the number of "selective investors" who make large bets based on thorough judgment, rather than mere interest, is increasing. This also demonstrates the continued long-term investment trend centered around Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH).
🔎 Market Interpretation
While the number of cryptocurrency holders in the UK market is decreasing, the market's dynamism is maintained by the rise of high-value holders. This suggests that a strategy focused on "holding expansion" rather than "buying" is becoming more mainstream.
💡 Strategy Points
- Public interest has temporarily waned, but the movement of high-net-worth investors is intensifying.
- This can be interpreted as a strategic holding trend considering future policy changes or regulations.
- Also note the possibility of demand bias across cryptocurrencies.
📘 Glossary
- FCA (Financial Conduct Authority): The UK's Financial Conduct Authority, responsible for financial market regulation and consumer protection.
YouGov: A polling and data analysis company
- Holding share: The percentage of the population that owns a specific asset
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