Average time spent on handwashing in the U.K. in 2020

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Nils-Gerrit Wunsch,
Jul 9, 2025
In 2020, approximately ** percent of participants stated in a survey conducted in the United Kingdom that they usually wash their hands around ** seconds when they are at home. Furthermore, approximately ** percent stated that they usually take around *** seconds to wash their hands.
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Average time spent on handwashing in the United Kingdom (excluding Scotland*) in 2020

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Release date

June 2021

Region

United Kingdom (England, Wales, Northern Ireland)

Survey time period

July 29 to October 6, 2020

Number of respondents

5929 (weighted total)

Age group

16-75+

Special properties

The surveyed region includes England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Scotland is not included.

Method of interview

Online survey

Supplementary notes

Participants were asked: "When you are at home, how long do you usually spend washing your hands each time you wash them?"

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