25% of English millennials desiring children aren't trying due to financial constraints.

A UCL study reveals that only 25% of millennials in England wishing for children are actively trying to conceive, primarily due to financial constraints like rising housing and childcare costs. Among 32-year-olds surveyed, 52% are parents, while 28% of non-parents attribute their delay to financial concerns. The research highlights significant financial and employment challenges impacting decisions on parenthood, particularly among women.

October 03, 2024
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