UK: share of adults who avoid food waste in 2019/2020, by gender

Published by
Nils-Gerrit Wunsch,
Nov 30, 2021
In 2019/2020, asked in a survey whether or not they avoid any food waste compared to a year ago, roughly 34 percent of male respondents strongly agreed that they did so. The share of those who agreed strongly among female respondents also came to 34 percent. In general a larger share of female respondents agreed overall (strongly and slightly) than male respondents.

Do you try to avoid any food waste?*

© Statista 2024
Download
Show detailed source information?
Register for free
Already a member?
Log in
Source

Use Ask Statista Research Service

In cooperation with
Release date

June 2020

Region

United Kingdom

Survey time period

November 2019 to May 2020

Number of respondents

8,756 respondents

Age group

18 years and older

Method of interview

Online survey

Supplementary notes

* The original survey question was phrased as follows: "Compared to one year ago, which of the following actions have you taken towards making a more sustainable planet?--- I avoid any food waste"

Citation formats
Statista Accounts: Access All Statistics. Starting from $2,388 USD / Year
Basic Account
Get to know the platform

You only have access to basic statistics.
This statistic is not included in your account.

Starter Account
The ideal entry-level account for individual users
  • Instant access to 1m statistics
  • Download in XLS, PDF & PNG format
  • Detailed references
$199 USD / Month *
Professional Account
Full access

Business Solutions including all features.

* Prices do not include sales tax.

Statistics on " Food and drink waste in the UK "

The most important statistics
The most important statistics
The most important statistics
The most important statistics

Other statistics that may interest you Food and drink waste in the UK

Household food and drink waste

8

Food waste cost in restaurants

8

Food waste cost in quick service restaurants

7

Food waste cost in pubs

8

Further related statistics

10

Further Content: You might find this interesting as well

Statistics

Topics

Local foods in the U.S.Organic food market in the U.S. Gluten-free foods market in the U.S.
Statista Accounts: Access All Statistics. Starting from $2,388 USD / Year
Learn more about how Statista can support your business.
Menu