Thursday, August 28, 2025
  • About
  • Write for us
  • Contact
Today News
  • Business
  • Tech
    Windows 11 Safely

    How to Download and Install KMSpico on Windows 11 Safely (Step-by-Step Guide with Alternatives)

    tech

    The Rise of Minimalist Tech: Why Consumers Are Choosing Compact Gadgets

    Revolutionizing

    How Technology Is Revolutionizing the Way We Travel

    Online Casino Game

    The iGaming software provider matters: Is it the best way for online casinos to achieve long-term success?

    Casino Slot Game

    Find Legit AU Online Casinos | Safe Gambling Guide

    Baby Sleeping Peacefully

    Understanding the Baby Monitor Market: What’s Driving Growth and Innovation

    Artificial Intelligence

    Europe’s AI Act Enters New Phase

    Close-up of a laptop screen displaying lines of code in a text editor, highlighting programming work in progress.

    How Technology Innovations Are Redefining Online Casinos and Sports Betting Experiences

    Ray-Ban Meta Partnership Drives EssilorLuxottica’s Q2 Success

    Ray-Ban Meta Partnership Drives EssilorLuxottica’s Q2 Success

  • Consumer
    Understanding the Baby Monitor Market: What’s Driving Growth and Innovation

    Understanding the Baby Monitor Market: What’s Driving Growth and Innovation

    Craving Connection: Why Food Gifting Is the New Love Language

    Craving Connection: Why Food Gifting Is the New Love Language

    How to Celebrate Milestones from Afar: The Rise of Digital Gifting in the UK

    How to Celebrate Milestones from Afar: The Rise of Digital Gifting in the UK

    How to adjust glasses at home – a step-by-step guide!

    How to adjust glasses at home – a step-by-step guide!

    Why quality toilet cubicle hardware matters

    Why quality toilet cubicle hardware matters

    Common Mistakes in KYC Identity Verification

    Common Mistakes in KYC Identity Verification

    Consumer habits

    British Furniture Market Sees Significant Changes in Consumer Preferences

    Why are high-street bookmakers declining in the UK?

    Why are high-street bookmakers declining in the UK?

    Straps for smartwatches: The Complete guide

    Straps for smartwatches: The Complete guide

  • Finance
    Senior Citizen in a wheelchair

    How to Support and Manage Your Parents’ Financial Decisions Through Dementia

    Mobile Apps for Managing Finances: What to Choose in 2025

    Mobile Apps for Managing Finances: What to Choose in 2025

    Bank Branch Presence in the UK: Then and Now

    Bank Branch Presence in the UK: Then and Now

    Financial graph illustrating investment performance

    Tradock Explained | What This Trading Platform Offers

    Investment Graph in different device screens

    Quantiumax Reviews: What Makes This Broker the Best Choice Available

    Panoramic view of London's skyline featuring iconic buildings like the Shard and the London Eye against a clear sky

    Can London Still Compete with Silicon Valley and Berlin in Tech Investment?

    Using a Laptop

    How to Accept Altcoin Payments and Upgrade Your UX Strategy

    Crypto Loans Meet Open Banking: Will Hybrid Products Redefine Borrowing?

    Crypto Loans Meet Open Banking: Will Hybrid Products Redefine Borrowing?

    Fintevex.io vs The Rest: What Happened When We Put It to the Test

    Fintevex.io vs The Rest: What Happened When We Put It to the Test

  • Environment
    Five Ocean Discoveries That Could Change How We See the World

    Five Ocean Discoveries That Could Change How We See the World

    Choosing the Right Sustainability Partner: How Eco-Efficient Tech Transforms Industry

    Choosing the Right Sustainability Partner: How Eco-Efficient Tech Transforms Industry

    Moving Abroad? Here’s What to Expect – and Why Cardboard and Plastic Waste Removal Is Essential After Unpacking

    Moving Abroad? Here’s What to Expect – and Why Cardboard and Plastic Waste Removal Is Essential After Unpacking

    How Weather Events Like Heavy Rain or Heatwaves Affect Pest Activity

    How Weather Events Like Heavy Rain or Heatwaves Affect Pest Activity

    Building a Carbon-Competitive Advantage with Sustainability and Decarbonization Consulting

    Building a Carbon-Competitive Advantage with Sustainability and Decarbonization Consulting

    The Lost Art of Orienteering: Why Map and Compass Skills Still Matter

    The Lost Art of Orienteering: Why Map and Compass Skills Still Matter

    Sustainability in Dining: Reducing Waste for a More Profitable Future

    Sustainability in Dining: Reducing Waste for a More Profitable Future

    Environmental Benefits

    What Are The Environmental Benefits Of Choosing Eco-friendly Rubbish Removal In Croydon?

    Why You Should Hire Waste collectors for efficient waste removal

    Why You Should Hire Waste collectors for efficient waste removal

  • Property
    Close-up of Bungalow Houses

    The Key Reasons Park Bungalows Are A Smart Investment

    Discovering the Charlie Oven The Rural Ranges Ltd Approach

    Discovering the Charlie Oven The Rural Ranges Ltd Approach

    Sleek and Sturdy Bathroom Glass Shelves for Modern Homes

    Sleek and Sturdy Bathroom Glass Shelves for Modern Homes

    How to Streamline Your Home Expenses

    How to Streamline Your Home Expenses

    How To Plan Your Home Improvements in Six Easy Steps

    How To Plan Your Home Improvements in Six Easy Steps

    Budgeting for a House Sale: What Most Sellers Forget

    Budgeting for a House Sale: What Most Sellers Forget

    Home and business removals: Streamlining your move

    Home and business removals: Streamlining your move

    Maximizing Your Investments: A Guide to Purchasing Villas for Sale in Dubai 2025

    Maximizing Your Investments: A Guide to Purchasing Villas for Sale in Dubai 2025

    6 Common Admin Mistakes that Property Managers Make

    6 Common Admin Mistakes that Property Managers Make

  • eCommerce
    From 1688 to shopee: the singaporean seller’s guide to paying china suppliers

    From 1688 to shopee: the singaporean seller’s guide to paying china suppliers

    The Importance of Digital Valuations for UK Ecommerce Brands

    The Importance of Digital Valuations for UK Ecommerce Brands

    Blink-and-Buy: Designing Checkouts That Convert in Under 10 Seconds

    Blink-and-Buy: Designing Checkouts That Convert in Under 10 Seconds

    High Stakes Strategies: Lessons E-commerce Entrepreneurs Can Learn from Casinos

    High Stakes Strategies: Lessons E-commerce Entrepreneurs Can Learn from Casinos

    Amazon Expert

    Amazon Expert: Key Qualifications to Look For

    Boosting Ecommerce Revenue with Smart Targeting Strategies

    Boosting Ecommerce Revenue with Smart Targeting Strategies

    Personalized Shopping: How Technology is Transforming Retail

    Personalized Shopping: How Technology is Transforming Retail

    How Can Ecommerce Businesses Learn From Entertainment Platforms?

    How Can Ecommerce Businesses Learn From Entertainment Platforms?

    Magento Web Development Company: Unlocking the Power of E-Commerce

    Magento Web Development Company: Unlocking the Power of E-Commerce

No Result
View All Result
Today News
Home Lifestyle

How Many Marriages end in Divorce in the UK?

Danielle Trigg by Danielle Trigg
April 22, 2024
Reading Time: 3 mins read
How Many Marriages end in Divorce in the UK?
599
VIEWS
Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on LinkedIn

It’s popular rhetoric to say that half of marriages end in divorce but do the figures still stack up today? Do 50% of couples still ultimately decide ‘they don’t’ when it comes to marriage?  We look at some of the latest numbers in the UK and whether splitting up has waned in popularity.  

Divorce rates are falling 

Related posts

Iconic Italian Dinnerware Brands That Instantly Upgrade Your Interior

Iconic Italian Dinnerware Brands That Instantly Upgrade Your Interior

August 18, 2025
34
Hollywood Vanity Mirror: A Stylish Upgrade for Everyday Beauty

Why a Hollywood mirror is the ultimate vanity upgrade

August 18, 2025
31

According to figures from the National Office of Statistics, the divorce rate is dropping. In 2022, it reports that there was a 29% decrease in the number of divorces granted in England and Wales compared with 2021. With 80,057 divorces granted in 2022, and 113,505 in 2021, the figures represent the lowest since 1971. The report also shows that there was a decrease in dissolutions for those in civil partnerships, with a 22.8% decrease from 2021 to 2022 which is cited as the lowest figure since 2010. 

The reasons people are getting divorced

The ONS also reports following a Freedom of Information Request, that the most common reasons why females petitioned for divorce in 2021, was due to ‘unreasonable behaviour’ in opposite-sex couples. The most common reasons for males in the same year was ‘unreasonable behaviour’ and a two-year separation. Almost 54% of females in same sex-couples also cited this as grounds for divorce, as did 56% of males in same sex-couples in the same year.

Are fewer marriages the reason for the divorce rate drop? 

Changes in societal norms may play a role in the recent divorce statistics as many more couples opt out of getting married. Figures from the ONS show that in 2017, there were 242,842 marriages in England and Wales, representing a 2.8% fall from 2016. The 2017 figures are the lowest recorded. Cohabitation is becoming more popular for many couples who are no longer in a rush to tie the knot. The number of people choosing to cohabit has increased over the last 10 years, from 24.3% in 2021 compared to 20.6% in 2011.

Another reason which may explain the numbers is the trend towards doing things ‘later in life’. According to a report in The Independent, a 2023 survey aimed at Gen Z and Millennials in relationships revealed that 83 believed they would get married at some point. The age people are getting hitched for the first time has risen with 35.3 years for men and 33.2 years for women being the average ages in 2020.

The impact of no-fault divorce laws 

In April 2022, new divorce laws were introduced in England and Wales. The much -anticipated changes in the rules were believed by many to potentially increase the number of divorces. However, in light of the figures, it seems this has not been the case, at least so far. 

The reason the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2020 was thought to change statistics is because the process has been simplified in that it is no longer necessary to cite ‘grounds’ for divorce’. Previously, one of the spouses would have to give a reason as to why they wanted a divorce based on one of five grounds. These included desertion, unreasonable behaviour, adultery, separation for more than 2 years and separation for more than 5 years. The new laws also mean it is now possible to apply jointly for a divorce, impossible to contest a divorce and the language that is used is now more accessible. 

Conclusion: consider divorce rates in the greater context 

Over the past few years, there have been a number of different socio-economic, legal and global developments including COVID-19 and the current cost-of-living crisis, all of which are likely to have put a skew on the divorce rates. It’s important to use these factors for greater context when considering divorce rates and with the passage of time, it is likely we will gain a clearer picture of the reasons behind the numbers.

Danielle Trigg

Previous Post

10 Quick Strategies to Secure Your Businesses with Android MDM

Next Post

Loose Leaf Tea vs Packaged Tea: Which is Better for Weight Loss?

Related Posts

Iconic Italian Dinnerware Brands That Instantly Upgrade Your Interior
Interiors

Iconic Italian Dinnerware Brands That Instantly Upgrade Your Interior

August 18, 2025
34
Hollywood Vanity Mirror: A Stylish Upgrade for Everyday Beauty
Lifestyle

Why a Hollywood mirror is the ultimate vanity upgrade

August 18, 2025
31
Coffee and Journal
Lifestyle

How to Start a Spiritual Journal An In Depth Guide by Land of Serenity

August 11, 2025
463
Storage Units
Lifestyle

Efficient storage solutions for seasonal items

August 8, 2025
540
Sweet Couple and Sunset
Lifestyle

Dating and Relationships: 2025 Realities

August 5, 2025
563
Can You Build Trust in a Relationship Without Ever Meeting In Person?
Lifestyle

Can You Build Trust in a Relationship Without Ever Meeting In Person?

July 31, 2025
454
Next Post
Loose Leaf Tea vs Packaged Tea: Which is Better for Weight Loss?

Loose Leaf Tea vs Packaged Tea: Which is Better for Weight Loss?

RECOMMENDED NEWS

Remote Patient Monitoring

Understanding Remote Patient Monitoring Vendors in 2025

5 months ago
36
Electronics Engineers

Why the UK Needs More Certified Electronics Engineers

6 months ago
18
Lemon Casino – The Benefits of Demo Slots

Lemon Casino – The Benefits of Demo Slots

1 year ago
587
Memorandum of Sale

The Essential Guide to Understanding a Memorandum of Sale

6 months ago
20

BROWSE BY CATEGORIES

  • Business
  • Careers
  • Charity
  • Consumer
  • Culture
  • eCommerce
  • Education
  • Energy
  • Engineering
  • Entertainment
  • Entrepreneurs
  • Environment
  • Fashion
  • Finance
  • Food & Drink
  • Gaming
  • Gardening
  • Health
  • Insurance
  • Interiors
  • Legal
  • Leisure
  • Lifestyle
  • Manufacturing
  • Marketing
  • National
  • News
  • Opinion
  • Pets
  • Politics
  • Property
  • Sales
  • Sport
  • Sports
  • Tech
  • Transport
  • Travel
  • Uncategorized

BROWSE BY TOPICS

AI banking Beauty BMW Spoilers business Christmas construction cyber security data Die Cut Sticker digital Digital Marketing Services Disability Claim ecommerce finance fitness Forex health Hydrogen Water inflation Instagram Story insurance kitchen KYND lifestyle manchester music News overseas Patch Management Personal Injury Pharmaceutical Industry Prom property Real Estate recruitment Skincare Solicitor sports technology tourism travel UK vehicles yorkshire

Latest news

Weather-Resistant Printed Workwear for Outdoor Jobs

Weather-Resistant Printed Workwear for Outdoor Jobs

August 28, 2025
Sleep, Stress and Balance: Why More Britons Turn to Floral Solutions

Sleep, Stress and Balance: Why More Britons Turn to Floral Solutions

August 28, 2025
Comparing Regulatory Overhauls: How the UK’s New Land-Based Casino Reforms Passed into Law

Comparing Regulatory Overhauls: How the UK’s New Land-Based Casino Reforms Passed into Law

August 28, 2025
Exterior view of a green electrical outlet

A Step-by-Step Guide to Calculating Power Connector Derating

August 27, 2025
Office space with several people focused on their work

Creating Environments that Encourage Collaboration in the Workplace

August 27, 2025
Beautiful and spacious living room

Explore Lifestyle Shifts That Are Redefining Modern Living for a Balanced Life

August 27, 2025
Greyhound dog laying on the grass

What is an Ante Post Bet in Greyhounds?

August 27, 2025
Woman Working from Home

Shifting Work Cultures: Embracing Remote, Hybrid, and the Next Normal for Success

August 27, 2025
ventilation fans

Key considerations when choosing kitchen ventilation fans for professional use

August 27, 2025
Digital Communication

Talking Photos: The AI Technology Reshaping Digital Communication

August 27, 2025

Today News

  • About
  • Write for us
  • Contact
  • Privacy Policy

@2024 Rooftree Publishing Ltd

Today News in association with Kajino.com

Sign up for our newsletter




  • Business
  • Tech
  • Consumer
  • Finance
  • Environment
  • Property
  • eCommerce

Recent News

Weather-Resistant Printed Workwear for Outdoor Jobs

Weather-Resistant Printed Workwear for Outdoor Jobs

August 28, 2025
Sleep, Stress and Balance: Why More Britons Turn to Floral Solutions

Sleep, Stress and Balance: Why More Britons Turn to Floral Solutions

August 28, 2025
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • Business
  • Tech
  • Consumer
  • Finance
  • Environment
  • Property
  • eCommerce
  • Write for us
  • About
  • Contact