How many neets in the UK?

In the United Kingdom, the number of NEETs (people who are not in employment, education or training) has been steadily declining in recent years. According to the Office for National Statistics, there were an estimated 760,000 NEETs in the UK in 2019, down from 815,000 in 2018 and 995,000 in 2011.

The NEET rate in the UK is highest among young people aged 16-24, with an estimated 12.5% of this age group being NEET in 2019. This is down from 13.4% in 2018 and 16.1% in 2011.

The NEET rate is also higher among men than women, with an estimated 14.5% of men aged 16-24 being NEET in 2019, compared to 10.4% of women.

There are a number of factors that can contribute to a person becoming a NEET, including:

* Lack of qualifications or skills

* Difficulty finding a job

* Personal or health problems

* Lack of motivation or confidence

The UK government has a number of policies in place to help reduce the number of NEETs, including:

* Providing funding for education and training programs

* Offering financial support to young people who are out of work

* Providing advice and support to young people who are struggling to find a job