Children who enjoy reading in the United Kingdom (UK) 2005-2025, by gender

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Amy Watson,
Jul 7, 2025

The share of girls aged eight to 18 years old in the United Kingdom who enjoyed reading amounted to 39.1 percent in 2025, according to a survey held in spring that year. Whilst it was true that more girls than boys expressed enjoyment in reading (in line with annual trends) the 2025 figure was the lowest recorded for both genders.

Share of children who enjoy reading in the United Kingdom (UK) from 2005 to 2025, by gender

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Release date

2025

Region

United Kingdom

Survey time period

2005 to 2025

Number of respondents

76,000 respondents

Age group

8-18 years

Special properties

school children

Method of interview

Online survey

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