Young people in the UK are going out less frequently than they did last year, according to new research from the Night Time Industries Association (NTIA).
The study, conducted by Obsurvant on behalf of the NTIA, surveyed 2,001 UK residents aged 18-30. The findings reveal that 61 per cent of participants have reduced their nighttime activities compared to the previous year, with only 16 per cent reporting they venture out after 10pm.
Financial pressures emerged as a significant factor, with 68 per cent stating the current economic climate has impacted their participation in night-time activities. Additionally, 53 per cent report spending less on going out compared to 12 months ago.
Safety concerns also influence behaviour, with over a third of respondents expressing fear, anxiety, or uneasiness when out at night. Transport accessibility presents another barrier, as nearly 70 per cent indicated better late-night transport options would encourage them to stay out later.
