In 2024, live births in England and Wales showed notable trends, with an increase in babies born to fathers over 60 rising by 14.2% to 1,076. Total births rose slightly by 0.7%, reversing a recent decline. However, births to mothers under 30 decreased, reflecting a societal preference for delaying parenthood. This trend is evident despite a broader lift in the birth rate, suggesting ongoing challenges such as rising living costs impacting family planning decisions.
The increase in babies born to fathers over 60 rose by 14.2% in 2024, with 1,076 live births recorded, according to the Office for National Statistics.
Men over 40 are about half as fertile as men aged 25, making the rise in births to older fathers notable and interesting.
Despite an overall rise in births in England and Wales, the number of births to mothers under 30 fell, indicating a shift towards postponing family planning.
The number of babies born to parents younger than 30 decreased last year, reflecting a significant societal trend towards delaying parenthood for various reasons.
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