Births to Non-UK Mothers Reach Record High in England and Wales

The proportion of babies born to non-UK-born mothers rose to 32% in 2023, highlighting changing demographics and declining fertility rates among British-born women.

• India remains the most common country of origin for non-UK-born mothers, followed by Pakistan and Romania.
• The number of children born to British mothers has decreased by 25% over the past 15 years.
• The overall fertility rate in the UK has dropped to a historic low of 1.44 children per woman.
• London has the highest proportion of births to non-UK-born parents, with some boroughs exceeding 80%.
• Factors such as economic conditions, housing costs, and changing societal norms are contributing to lower birth rates.

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