Fertility rates in England and Wales are at their lowest since 1938

Fertility rates in England and Wales are at their lowest since 1938, representing the lowest fertility rate on record for the third consecutive year.

New figures released today show that the total fertility rate was 1.41 children per woman for England and Wales in 2024 - compared to 1.42 in 2023.

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