Spending on Oxford Street rises by 28% following pedestrianisation
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Spending on Oxford Street rises by 28% following pedestrianisation

1 hour ago · Originally published 9 Nov 2026 8/10 Original headline: Rise in spending on traffic-free Oxford Street, figures show
Early figures show that spending at Oxford Street stores increased by 28% in the first week since a 1km stretch of the road was closed to traffic. With footfall up by 16% and international visitor numbers rising by 42%, the data suggests the change is drawing more people to the area and encouraging them to shop.
Source: r/GoodNewsUK Greater London
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