This line chart illustrates the annual consumption of cheese per person in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland from 1980 to 2020.
Overall, the average cheese consumption of individuals in England and Scotland was declining during the given period, while the average cheese consumption of individuals in Wales and Northern Ireland rose during the given period.
The average consumption of cheese by individuals in England was about 100 kilos in 1980; this figure fell to its lowest point, around 75 kilos in 2020. In contrast, Scotland’s consumption rose from around 75 kilos in 1980 to around 100 kilos in 1990. However, this figure had a steady decline, reaching its lowest point, around 50 kilos in 2020. On the other hand, Wales and Northern Ireland was increasing steadily during the given period. Wales’ consumption of cheese was around 50 kilos in 1980, reaching its peak of around 75 kilos in 2020. Northern Ireland’s consumption of cheese was the least among all countries in 1980, being less than 25 kilos; however, this figure reached its peak of around 50 kilos in 2020.