London Payment Practices Decline: Average Score Drops by 2.0 Points in 2025

The Comparison

Here's a direct comparison of payment performance based on data from 1,000 London-based companies in each year:

• 2024: Average payment score of 90.5 out of 100.
• 2025: Average payment score of 88.5 out of 100.

What This Means

The observed 2.0-point decrease in the average payment score, while statistically significant across a sample of 1,000 companies, represents a potentially marginal shift in London's overall payment culture. The decline could signal a slight tightening of cash flow or a minor increase in late payments across various sectors operating in London. If your business is experiencing cashflow issues due to delayed payment, you may wish to use a late payment calculator to assess the financial implications.

Summary: The average payment score in London decreased from 90.5 in 2024 to 88.5 in 2025.