New government data reveals that the fertility rate in England and Wales has dropped to 1.44 children per woman in 2023, the lowest since 1938.
The number of live births in England and Wales fell to 591,072, marking the lowest total since 1977, highlighting significant demographic changes.
Despite the record-low fertility rates, the population of women of childbearing age is at an all-time high, indicating a paradox in demographic trends.
Globally, fertility rates have declined, with the total fertility rate at 2.3 children per woman worldwide, reflecting a broader shift seen since the 1960s.
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