Welsh Health Survey: Trends in Health-related Lifestyle, 2003/04-2011

The focus is on national (Wales) trends, with some analysis of subgroups such as age, sex and socio-demographic group included. The report was produced on behalf of the Welsh Government by NatCen Social Research, who carry out the Welsh Health Survey on behalf of the Welsh Government.

Excel tables are available as part of the Welsh Health Survey 2011 Annual Report, which provide the trend data breakdowns described in this report.

The key points from the report are:

• The percentage of adults who reported smoking has decreased from 26% in 2003/04 to 23% in 2011.
• There has been little change in the overall rates of adults who report drinking above guidelines or binge drinking since 2008.
• Since 2008, there has been a slight decrease in the percentage of adults who reported eating five or more portions of fruit and vegetables a day.
• Obesity rates have increased from 18% in 2003/04 to 22% in 2011, although rates appear to be rising more slowly since 2007.
• Physical activity levels have remained relatively stable between 2003/04 and 2011.

Contact

Tel: 029 2082 6710
E-mail: stats.healthinfo@wales.gsi.gov.uk

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