As the FTSE 100 index faces headwinds from weak trade data out of China, investors are increasingly looking for stability and income through dividend stocks. In uncertain market conditions, companies with strong dividend yields can offer a reliable source of returns, making them an attractive option for those seeking to navigate the current economic landscape.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The United Kingdom

Name Dividend Yield Dividend Rating WPP (LSE:WPP) 7.78% ★★★★★★ Treatt (LSE:TET) 3.29% ★★★★★☆ OSB Group (LSE:OSB) 6.52% ★★★★★☆ NWF Group (AIM:NWF) 4.76% ★★★★★☆ Man Group (LSE:EMG) 9.50% ★★★★★☆ Keller Group (LSE:KLR) 3.41% ★★★★★☆ James Latham (AIM:LTHM) 6.99% ★★★★★☆ Grafton Group (LSE:GFTU) 3.64% ★★★★★☆ Dunelm Group (LSE:DNLM) 6.75% ★★★★★☆ 4imprint Group (LSE:FOUR) 4.77% ★★★★★☆

Click here to see the full list of 58 stocks from our Top UK Dividend Stocks screener.

Here we highlight a subset of our preferred stocks from the screener.

Eurocell

Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Eurocell plc manufactures, distributes, and recycles PVC building products such as windows, doors, and roofline materials in the UK and Ireland with a market cap of £156.50 million.

Operations: Eurocell plc's revenue is primarily derived from its Profiles segment, which generated £209.80 million, and its Building Plastics segment, which contributed £212.30 million.

Dividend Yield: 3.9%

Eurocell plc recently approved a final dividend of 3.85 pence per share for 2024, reflecting its commitment to returning value to shareholders despite a history of volatile dividends. With a payout ratio of 61.8%, dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows, indicating sustainability. However, the yield is below the UK market's top tier at 3.95%. The stock trades at a significant discount to estimated fair value, potentially offering attractive entry points for investors focused on valuation.

Take a closer look at Eurocell's potential here in our dividend report. The valuation report we've compiled suggests that Eurocell's current price could be quite moderate.LSE:ECEL Dividend History as at Jun 2025

Mears Group

Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Mears Group plc, with a market cap of £342.87 million, provides outsourced services to both the public and private sectors in the United Kingdom.

Operations: Mears Group plc generates revenue from two main segments: Management, contributing £576.70 million, and Maintenance, accounting for £555.81 million.

Dividend Yield: 4%

Mears Group's dividend payments have grown over the past decade, with a recent 23% increase to 16 pence per share for 2024. Despite a history of volatility, dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios at 31.8% and 14.2%, respectively. The company anticipates revenues exceeding £1.05 billion in 2025, supported by a significant £230 million contract renewal with Milton Keynes City Council. However, its dividend yield of 4.05% is below the UK market's top tier.

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Delve into the full analysis dividend report here for a deeper understanding of Mears Group. Our valuation report unveils the possibility Mears Group's shares may be trading at a discount.LSE:MER Dividend History as at Jun 2025

PageGroup

Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: PageGroup plc operates as a recruitment consultancy offering services across the UK, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific, and the Americas with a market cap of £819.38 million.

Operations: PageGroup plc generates its revenue primarily from recruitment services, totaling £1.74 billion.

Dividend Yield: 6.5%

PageGroup's dividend yield of 6.52% ranks in the top 25% of UK payers, but its high payout ratio of 188.9% indicates dividends aren't well-covered by earnings, though cash flows cover them with a lower cash payout ratio of 49.3%. Despite past volatility and unreliability in dividends, payments have grown over the last decade. Recent profit margins have declined to 1.6%, and Paul Harrison's appointment as Non-Executive Director may influence future strategic decisions.

Click here to discover the nuances of PageGroup with our detailed analytical dividend report. Our valuation report here indicates PageGroup may be overvalued.LSE:PAGE Dividend History as at Jun 2025

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Companies discussed in this article include LSE:ECEL LSE:MER and LSE:PAGE.

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