Poland vs United Kingdom: economic convergence
If Poland grew 4.0% a year and United Kingdom 0.7% a year, Poland would catch up with United Kingdom on GDP per capita (PPP) in about 3 years, around 2029. This is a scenario, not a forecast.
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Latest data (2025)
| Country | GDP per capita (PPP) |
|---|---|
| Poland | $46,925 |
| United Kingdom | $53,993 |
Poland is at 87% of United Kingdom's level.
Scenario
Poland grows 4.0% a year (trailing 10-year average) and United Kingdom grows 0.7% a year (trailing 10-year average). A scenario, not a forecast: the result follows only from the stated growth rates.
| Year | Poland | United Kingdom |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $48,802 | $54,371 |
| 2029 | $54,895 | $55,521 |
| 2031 | $59,375 | $56,301 |
| 2035 | $69,460 | $57,894 |
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Source: World Bank (NY.GDP.PCAP.PP.KD). Mountain to Climb · World Bank data · Scenario: Poland 4.0%, United Kingdom 0.7%