Weight classification based on BMI in England 2021

This statistics display the distribution of weight classification in England in 2021, based on self--reported body mass index (BMI). In this year, 43 percent of men and 32 percent of women were classed as being overweight. Those with a BMI of between 25 and 29.9 are classed as overweight.

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

Characteristic	Underweight	Normal	Overweight	Obese, excluding morbidly obese	Morbidly obese
Men	-	31%	43%	25%	-
Women	-	41%	32%	26%	-

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Release date

December 2022

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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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