UK Dividend Stocks To Consider For Your Portfolio
The UK market has recently faced challenges, with the FTSE 100 index declining due to weak trade data from China, highlighting concerns about global economic recovery. As investors navigate these uncertain times, dividend stocks can offer a measure of stability and income potential within a portfolio.
Name
Dividend Yield
Dividend Rating
WPP (LSE:WPP)
6.58%
★★★★★★
Man Group (LSE:EMG)
7.36%
★★★★★☆
4imprint Group (LSE:FOUR)
4.96%
★★★★★☆
Keller Group (LSE:KLR)
3.13%
★★★★★☆
Dunelm Group (LSE:DNLM)
6.68%
★★★★★☆
Treatt (LSE:TET)
3.13%
★★★★★☆
NWF Group (AIM:NWF)
5.09%
★★★★★☆
James Latham (AIM:LTHM)
7.14%
★★★★★☆
OSB Group (LSE:OSB)
7.02%
★★★★★☆
Grafton Group (LSE:GFTU)
3.65%
★★★★★☆
Click here to see the full list of 59 stocks from our Top UK Dividend Stocks screener.
Let's take a closer look at a couple of our picks from the screened companies.
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Dunelm Group plc operates as a retailer of homewares in the United Kingdom with a market cap of £2.37 billion.
Operations: Dunelm Group plc generates revenue of £1.73 billion from its homewares retail operations in the United Kingdom.
Dividend Yield: 6.7%
Dunelm Group offers an attractive dividend yield of 6.68%, placing it among the top 25% of UK dividend payers, with dividends covered by both earnings and cash flows. However, its dividend history is marked by volatility and unreliability over the past decade. Recent executive changes include Katharine Poulter joining as a Non-Executive Director, potentially strengthening governance. The company reported total sales of £1.36 billion for the year to date, aligning with earnings guidance expectations for 2025.
Click here to discover the nuances of Dunelm Group with our detailed analytical dividend report.
In light of our recent valuation report, it seems possible that Dunelm Group is trading beyond its estimated value.
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Games Workshop Group PLC designs, manufactures, distributes, and sells fantasy miniature figures and games globally, with a market cap of £5.30 billion.
Operations: Games Workshop Group PLC generates revenue primarily from its Core segment, contributing £528.50 million, and its Licensing segment, adding £49 million.
Dividend Yield: 3.4%
Games Workshop Group has a dividend yield of 3.36%, which is below the top tier of UK dividend payers. While dividends have grown steadily over the past decade, current payments are not well covered by cash flows, with a high cash payout ratio of 111.6%. Despite this, earnings growth has been strong at 25% over the past year, and dividends remain stable and reliable. Recent affirmations include a £1 per share dividend declared in March 2025.
Unlock comprehensive insights into our analysis of Games Workshop Group stock in this dividend report.
The analysis detailed in our Games Workshop Group valuation report hints at an inflated share price compared to its estimated value.
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Wilmington plc, with a market cap of £321.11 million, offers data, information, training, and education solutions to professional markets across the United Kingdom, the United States, Europe, and internationally.
Operations: Wilmington plc's revenue is primarily derived from its Finance segment (£69.85 million), followed by contributions from the Legal (£15.64 million) and Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) segments (£10.39 million).
Dividend Yield: 3.1%
Wilmington's dividend yield of 3.14% falls short of the top UK payers, with payments historically volatile and unreliable. However, dividends are covered by earnings (72.5% payout ratio) and cash flows (56.9%), indicating sustainability despite past instability. Trading below estimated fair value, recent buyback initiatives could enhance shareholder value. Leadership changes may impact future strategy as Gordon Hurst steps in as Chair on June 23, 2025, bringing extensive financial expertise to the boardroom.
Get an in-depth perspective on Wilmington's performance by reading our dividend report here.
The analysis detailed in our Wilmington valuation report hints at an deflated share price compared to its estimated value.
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This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned.
Companies discussed in this article include LSE:DNLM LSE:GAW and LSE:WIL.
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