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Facebook Ads Cost Per Lead Benchmarks for Design in United Kingdom

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Cost Per Lead for Design in United Kingdom

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • Design in Great Britain shows a much higher cost per lead than the global benchmark: average 213.80 vs 35.80 (about 6x above market), and above the global level in 11 of 13 months.
  • Volatility is extreme: average month‑to‑month move is ~121% (vs ~12.6% globally), with multiple multi‑month swings.
  • Highs and lows: peak at 450.54 (May 2025) and low at 18.58 (September 2025); overall range of 432. The global range over the same period is ~21.
  • Trend direction: −80% from September 2024 to September 2025 (93.45 → 18.58), compared with −37% globally (32.88 → 20.63).
  • Seasonality: unlike the typical Q4 rise often seen in Facebook Ads benchmarks, Design in Great Britain fell through December 2024, then surged across Q1–Q2 2025 before cooling sharply into September 2025.

This analysis looks at cost per lead trends for industry Design and target country Great Britain compared to the global trend. The analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.

Selected trend overview (Design, Great Britain)

  • Average: 213.80 across Sep 2024–Sep 2025.
  • High/low: highest 450.54 (May 2025); lowest 18.58 (September 2025).
  • Direction: −80.1% from first to last month (93.45 → 18.58).
  • Volatility: average absolute month‑to‑month change of ~121%.
  • Notable swings:
  • Oct 2024 up +189.6% vs September (270.71), then down −64.2% in November (96.80) and −77.3% in December (21.96).
  • January 2025 rebounded sharply (+474% vs December) and February spiked to 414.28 (+228.7% vs January).
  • May 2025 set the period high at 450.54 (+147.0% vs April), followed by declines into July (−46.1% vs June), a bounce in August (+51.4%), and a sharp drop in September (−93.8%).

Comparison with the global baseline

  • Average level: 213.80 (Design, Great Britain) vs 35.80 (global) — approximately 6x above market.
  • High/low globally: highest 41.58 (Nov 2024); lowest 20.63 (Sep 2025).
  • Direction globally: −37.3% from September 2024 to September 2025.
  • Volatility globally: average absolute month‑to‑month move ~12.6% — far steadier than the selected trend.
  • Monthly positioning: above the global benchmark in 11 of 13 months; below in December 2024 (21.96 vs 39.63) and September 2025 (18.58 vs 20.63).
  • Quarterly context:
  • Q4 2024 average: 129.83 (selected) vs 37.44 (global).
  • Q1 2025 average: 261.95 vs 35.75.
  • Q2 2025 average: 332.66 vs 38.86.
  • Q3 2025 average: 170.90 vs 32.11.

Seasonality and pattern notes

  • Q4 2024 did not show an end‑of‑year rise; costs dropped into December for Design in Great Britain.
  • The strongest period was Q2 2025, with the peak in May.
  • The global series was comparatively stable through most months, with a modest lift in November and a notable drop in September 2025.

Understanding cost per lead benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Design and Great Britain helps advertisers make more efficient budget and creative choices.

Understanding the Data

Insights & analysis of Facebook advertising costs

Facebook advertising costs vary based on many factors including industry, target audience, ad placement, and campaign objectives. In the Design industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. For campaigns targeting United Kingdom, advertisers experience moderate to high costs with strong performance in urban areas. Different campaign objectives lead to varying costs based on how Facebook optimizes for your specific goals. The data shown represents median values across multiple campaigns, and individual results may vary based on ad quality, audience targeting, and campaign optimization.

Why we use median instead of average

We use the median CTR because the underlying distribution of click-through rates is highly skewed, with a small share of campaigns achieving extremely high CTRs. These outliers can inflate a simple average, making it less representative of what most advertisers actually experience. By using the median—which sits at the midpoint of all campaigns—we provide a more rigorous and realistic benchmark that reflects the true underlying data model and helps you set attainable performance expectations.

Key Factors Affecting Facebook Ad Costs

  • Competition within your selected industry and audience demographics
  • Ad quality and relevance score – higher quality ads can lower costs
  • Campaign objective and bid strategy
  • Timing and seasonality – costs often increase during holiday periods
  • Ad placement (News Feed, Instagram, Audience Network, etc.)

Note: This data represents industry median values and benchmarks. Your actual costs may vary based on specific targeting, ad creative quality, and campaign optimization.

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The data behind the benchmarks

All data is sourced from over $3B in Facebook ad spend, collected across thousands of ad accounts that use Superads daily to analyze and improve their campaigns. Every data point is fully anonymized and aggregated—no individual advertiser is ever exposed.

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United Kingdom Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Jan 22nd January (Scotland)
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 21Easter Monday
May 5Early May Bank Holiday
May 26Spring Bank Holiday
Aug 25Summer Bank Holiday
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Boxing Day

Key Shopping Season

Late November (Black Friday/Cyber Monday surge), Late December (Christmas & Boxing Day promotions), Early May holiday weekend promotions

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might increase around early May and late August bank holidays as people engage in leisure travel or retail browsing. During Black Friday/Cyber Monday, retail CPMs could spike sharply in fashion, electronics, and online shopping. Late December typically sees peak CPMs, with e‑commerce budgets needing early ramp-up.

What is considered a good cost per lead on Facebook in 2025?

A good CPL usually ranges from $10 to $50, depending on your industry and target audience. B2C offers tend to be cheaper, while B2B or high-ticket services may see CPLs over $100.

Why is my CPL higher than industry averages?

Your CPL could be high due to weak creative, irrelevant targeting, or an offer that doesn't resonate. Low engagement or poor conversion rates on your landing page can also drive up costs.

Does campaign objective impact CPL?

Yes. Campaigns optimized for conversions or leads tend to generate cheaper and more qualified leads compared to traffic or engagement objectives. Facebook needs clear signals to find the right users.

How can I generate leads at a lower cost without hurting lead quality?

Focus on improving your offer, targeting the right audience, and using high-converting creative. Test native lead forms, but make sure you're still qualifying users properly.

Should I optimize for leads or conversions if my goal is pipeline growth?

If your goal is sales or revenue, optimizing for deeper funnel conversions is better. Optimizing for leads alone can inflate volume but hurt quality.