UK Voice Over LTE (VoLTE) and Voice Over Wi-Fi (VoWi-Fi) Market

UK VoLTE and VoWi-Fi Market Size and Industry Outlook Forecast from 2025 to 2035

The UK Voice Over LTE and Voice Over Wi-Fi is projected to experience the highest growth. The Voice Over LTE & Voice Over Wi-Fi in UK market is expected to grow to USD 1,891.6 Million by 2024, with a CAGR of 18.71% during 2019 to 2024, owing to the demand for premium voice communications and growing penetration of smart devices in consumer segment.

The 2025 market stands at a value of USD 874.0 million and is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 20.6% over the next decade and reaching around USD 5,688.6 million by end of 2035. Increased demand for seamless voice connectivity, enhanced quality of voice calls and lower latency are the essential factors driving telecom operators to deploy next-gen VoLTE and VoWiFi solutions in the region.

Also, market growth is being driven by the transition from legacy circuit-switched networks to IP-based connectivity and services. Also the government policies & initiatives to act as growth factors for high airing network infrastructure & digital transformation initiatives.

Market Attributes and Growth Projections

Attributes	Values (USD Million)
Estimated Market Size in 2025	USD 874.0 Million
Projected Market Size in 2035	USD 5,688.6 Million
Value-based CAGR from 2025 to 2035	20.6%

Semi-Annual Market Update on UK VoLTE and Voice Over Wi-Fi Developments

The table below outlines the semi-annual growth rate of the market, providing insights into industry trends.

Particular	Value CAGR
H1 2024	19.8% (2024 to 2034)
H2 2024	20.2% (2024 to 2034)
H1 2025	20.3% (2025 to 2035)
H2 2025	20.9% (2025 to 2035)

The market is more focused on rising smart investments in 5G infrastructure and improved Wi-Fi calling functionalities. The H1 2024 - 19.8% and H2 2024 - 20.2% saw a 40 BPS growth in the market mainly driven by the enterprise adoption of unified communication platforms. Growth continued in H1 2025 (20.3%) and H2 2025 (20.9%), driven by telecom operator investments in LTE expansion and carrier-grade voice solutions.

Recent Developments in the UK VoLTE and VoWi-Fi Market Landscape

Date	Development / M&A Activity & Details
Jan-25	Vodafone UK expands VoLTE coverage to rural areas, enhancing call quality and connectivity.
Oct-24	BT Group partners with Qualcomm to develop next-gen VoWiFi solutions.
Mar-24	EE introduces AI-based voice optimization for VoLTE users.
Sep-24	Three UK integrates VoLTE services into IoT connectivity solutions.
Dec-23	Ofcom announces new regulations for VoLTE service standardization.

Key Industry Highlights of the UK’s Transition to VoLTE and VoWi-Fi Networks

Expansion of 5G and LTE Networks

The volume of VoLTE service is increasing rapidly with continuous investment in the 5G and LTE network. UK telecom providers are deploying infrastructure upgrades to support HD voice quality, lower latency and enhanced VoIP services. This is an essential site expansion for extending voice through the decommissioning process of established 3G networks.

The most obvious benefit of 5G is faster transmission of data, as well as improved efficiency of the network, which reduces call drops & latency. To ensure better quality of service, mobile network operators are investing in the deployment of carrier-grade voice solutions over LTE and 5G.

This evolution from conventional circuit-switched voice networks to the modern VoLTE and VoWiFi solutions based entirely on IP has greatly enhanced scalability, security, and interoperability with other networks and devices, which is why it plays a vital role in future communication techniques.

Rising Demand for Enterprise Communication Solutions

Enterprise help for delivering a VoLTE and VoWiFi adoption, as HD voice communication is extremely important to enterprises. More and more businesses are adopting these technologies to improve mobile workforce productivity and build cloud-based unified communication systems. Enterprise VoLTE is the biggest use case, with companies like BT and Vodafone allowing workers to connect voice in a variety of locations, including remote areas. VoWiFi also offers seamless indoor coverage, reducing the need for expensive cellular infrastructure and network operation costs for companies.

That said, with more organizations shifting towards hybrid models of work, VoLTE and VoWiFi are increasingly becoming integral VOIP tools for smooth voice and video communication. Furthermore, these technologies allow enterprises to connect their voice solutions with collaboration platforms, allowing companies to streamline their workflow and boost their employees' productivity, thus propelling the market's growth in the enterprise segment of the communication industry.

Increasing IoT and Wearable Device Connectivity

The increasing adoption of IoT devices, wearables, and smart assistants is adding to the demand for VoLTE and VoWiFi. New LTE-based voice capabilities, as an example, are delivering rich voice experiences to smartwatches, fitness trackers, and other connected devices, allowing users to talk without needing to use their smartphone.

This is especially useful for industries such as healthcare where voice data from medical devices can be sent over LTE networks for real-time monitoring of patients. Additionally, the growing number of smart city projects is driving the adoption of voice-enabled IoT applications for real-time data exchange and urban management.

All these factors, combined with VoWiFi being the perfect choice for IoT communication, lead to a more consumer-friendly segment, especially in indoor scenarios with low LTE coverage, VoWiFi serves as a perfect connectivity option for IoT devices. - The telecom Operators and the Device manufacturers' OEMs are emerging as a key player in enhancing the network compatibility and optimizing the VoLTE services for Next-generation of IoT and Wearable Devices ensuring seamless integration & operation.

Regulatory Push and Standardization

In the UK, recent initiatives by the Office of Communication to regulate and standardize VoLTE services are stimulating growth in the market. New guidelines and security standards improve interoperability, security, and emergency communication, producing stronger consumer trust and adoption. These PDF regulations apply to VoLTE and VoWiFi services and establish that these services must offer reliable and high-quality voice communication services, especially when it comes to emergency calls.

To further enhance the user experience, standardization is being pursued for seamless inter-network interoperability, so that users can switch from one carrier to another without service disruptions. At the same time, improvements in the UK government’s approach towards digital infrastructure go hand in hand with VoLTE development plans, so that new generation voice communication technology reaches rural and weakened areas as well.

Implementation of Regulatory Frameworks enhance service quality, leading to competition, ultimately facilitating both VoLTE and VoWiFi telecoms providers to bring out innovative offerings that meet consumer as well as enterprise needs.

UK VoLTE and VoWi-Fi Market by Technology Type, Subscriber Demographics, Device Type, Operator Strategy, and Region

By Technology

Technology	Market Share (2025)
LTE Voice	58.0%
Others	42.0%

VoLTE dominates the market, supported by increasing LTE penetration and carrier-backed investments in voice quality enhancements. However, Voice Over Wi-Fi is gaining traction, particularly in indoor environments and enterprise communication solutions.

By Device Type

Device Type	Market Share (2025)
Smartphones	55.0%
Others	45.0%

Smartphones are also accounting for the majority of the VoLTE growth, as questions around voice call support over LTE networks would appear to edge towards the positive. Emerging segments of the overall market: Wearables and IoT devices.

Market Concentration and Competitive Overview of UK VoLTE and VoWi-Fi Providers

The UK market is moderately consolidated with leading giants are focused on technological advancements and it is very focused on partnerships with networks.

Vendors	Market Share (2025)
Vodafone UK	30.0%
British Telecommunications Group	25.0%
Everything Everywhere	18.0%
Hutchison 3G UK	15.0%
Others	12.0%

Vodafone UK and British Telecommunications Group dominate the market, leveraging their extensive LTE networks and enterprise solutions. Everything Everywhere and Hutchison 3G UK are focusing on expanding VoWiFi capabilities and 5G integration.

Top Segments Studied in the UK VoLTE and Voice Over Wi-Fi Market: Technology, Network, User Segment, Device Type, and Region

By Technology:

LTE Voice, Voice Over Wi-Fi.

By Device Type:

Smartphones, Tablets, Laptops, Wearables, IoT Devices.

By Application:

Consumer Communication, Enterprise Communication, Unified Communication Platforms.