Figures 1.4a and 1.4b show that, whilst the conifer area is dominated by a few species (Sitka spruce and Scots pine together account for around two thirds of the conifer area), broadleaves are more varied.

Figure 1.4a Principal tree species in GB by stocked area: Conifers

^{Source: National Forest Inventory: 50-year forecast of softwood availability (Forestry Commission, April 2014).}

^Notes:

^{1. Stocked area only: excludes felled areas and (for private sector land) open space.}

^{2. Areas at 31 March 2012.}

These figures are outside the scope of National Statistics. For further information see the Sources chapter.

Figure 1.4b Principal tree species in GB by stocked area: Broadleaves

^{Source: National Forest Inventory: 50-year forecast of hardwood availability (Forestry Commission, April 2014).}

^Notes:

^{1. Stocked area only: excludes felled areas and (for private sector land) open space.}

^{2. Areas at 31 March 2012.}

These figures are outside the scope of National Statistics. For further information see the Sources chapter.

Additional resources

Sources chapter: Woodland Inventories