Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

16 Million Brits Turn to Side Hustles Amid Cost Crisis

1/14/2026

50 10 Full Breakdown

Summary

Story summary

More than 16 million people in Britain now engage in side hustles, up 158% since 2023.
OddsMonkey finds that 39% of Britons earn about £914 monthly from these ventures, driven by the cost of living.
Popular hustles include selling second-hand goods, baking, and freelancing.
Nearly 34% fail to declare earnings to Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs (HMRC); income over £1,000 must be reported.

1 of 1

Story summary

More than 16 million people in Britain now engage in side hustles, up 158% since 2023.
OddsMonkey finds that 39% of Britons earn about £914 monthly from these ventures, driven by the cost of living.
Popular hustles include selling second-hand goods, baking, and freelancing.
Nearly 34% fail to declare earnings to Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs (HMRC); income over £1,000 must be reported.