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Facebook Ads Cost Per Lead Benchmarks for Hardware and Networking in United Kingdom

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Cost Per Lead for Hardware and Networking in United Kingdom

October 2024 - October 2025

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Facebook Ads cost-per-lead benchmarks: Hardware and Networking in Great Britain

This analysis looks at cost per lead (CPL) trends for industry Hardware and Networking 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.

Key takeaways

  • Across Sep 2024–Aug 2025, Great Britain’s Hardware and Networking median CPL averaged 79.77, about 2.15x (≈115%) above the global baseline average of 37.06.
  • The series declined sharply over the period: from 164.77 in Sep 2024 to 10.74 in Aug 2025 (−93% from first to last month).
  • Volatility was high: average absolute month‑over‑month change was ~30% vs ~9.8% in the baseline.
  • Q4 seasonality appears: a November/December uptick is visible in both series (baseline peaks in November; GB rises in December).
  • Positioning versus market: above market from Sep 2024 through June 2025, aligned in May, then below market in July–August.

Dataset and scope

  • Metric: cost per lead (median by month)
  • Industry: Hardware and Networking
  • Country: Great Britain
  • Baseline: global aggregate across all industries and countries

Great Britain trend overview

  • Average: 79.77
  • High: 164.77 (Sep 2024)
  • Low: 10.74 (Aug 2025)
  • First-to-last change: −93%
  • Notable spikes/dips:
  • Dec 2024 increased to 115.70 after November’s 92.16 (+26% m/m), aligning with Q4 pressure.
  • Feb 2025 jumped to 121.51 from January’s 87.38 (+39% m/m), the largest monthly rise.
  • Jul 2025 fell 62% m/m (41.30 to 15.51), the largest monthly drop.
  • Volatility: average absolute monthly change ≈30%, indicating pronounced swings through H1 2025 and sharp declines into summer.

Comparison to the global baseline

  • Baseline average: 37.06; high 41.58 (Nov 2024); low 31.12 (Oct 2024); first-to-last change +12.6% (Sep 2024 to Aug 2025).
  • Relative level:
  • GB CPL was consistently above baseline from Sep 2024 through Jun 2025.
  • May 2025 matched the global median exactly (39.63), a rare alignment.
  • GB moved below baseline in Jul (15.51 vs 38.67) and Aug (10.74 vs 37.03).
  • Volatility:
  • GB: ~30% average absolute m/m change (high volatility).
  • Baseline: ~9.8% (steadier, with a clear November peak and moderate fluctuations thereafter).
  • Seasonal cues:
  • Baseline shows a strong November high (41.58) and resilient levels through Q4.
  • GB mirrors a Q4 lift with a December uptick, followed by a general downtrend into late Q1 and a steep descent into midsummer.

Monthly highlights

  • Q4: GB decreased from Sep to Nov but rose in Dec (115.70), broadly in line with seasonal holiday dynamics seen in the baseline (November peak).
  • H1 2025: Elevated and choppy (Jan–Mar in the 82–122 range), then moderating in Apr–Jun (54–41).
  • Summer 2025: Marked troughs in Jul (15.51) and Aug (10.74), well below global levels.

Understanding cost-per-lead benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Hardware and Networking 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 Hardware and Networking 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.

This dataset updates frequently as new ad data flows in. It will only get bigger and better.

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.