Weight classification based on BMI in England 2021 by gender

Distribution of weight classification based on body mass index among individuals in England in 2021, by gender

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Release date

December 2022

Region

United Kingdom (England)

Survey time period

2021

Number of respondents

5,355*

Age group

16 years and older

Special properties

self-reported

Method of interview

Telephone interview

Supplementary notes

* Weighted bases in 2021: n (men) = 2,664; n (women) = 2,690;
The source provides the following information:
- underweight: less than 18.5 kilograms per square meter.
- normal weight: 18.5 to less than 25 kilograms per square meter.
- overweight: 25 to less than 30 kilograms per square meter.
- obese excluding morbidly obese: 30 to less than 40 kilograms per square meter.
- morbidly obese: 40 kilograms per square meter or more.
Based on those with valid height and weight measurements.

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