What is the average family in Scotland like?

There is no such thing as a "typical" Scottish family, as families come in many shapes and sizes. However, some general trends have been observed.

- Number of children: The average number of children per family in Scotland is 1.8. This number has been declining slightly in recent decades.

- Family size: The average household size in Scotland is 2.4 people. This includes children of all ages as well as unrelated individuals.

- Marital status: The majority of families in Scotland (65%) are married couples with children. However, the number of cohabiting couples with children has been increasing in recent years.

- Employment: The majority of families in Scotland (70%) have at least one parent in full-time employment. The number of families with both parents in full-time employment has also been increasing in recent years.

- Income: The average household income in Scotland is £33,000. This income level varies significantly depending on the region of Scotland and the type of employment.

- Housing: The majority of families in Scotland live in owner-occupied homes (65%). The number of families living in rented homes has been increasing in recent years.

- Education: The majority of children in Scotland attend state-funded schools (90%). The number of children attending private schools has been increasing in recent years.

- Health: The majority of families in Scotland have access to good quality healthcare. The healthcare system in Scotland is funded by the government and is free to all residents.