The pie chart illustrates the various family types living in poverty in the UK in 2002.
At first glance, it is evident that single-parent families experienced the highest proportion of poverty, whereas couples with no children and aged couples had significantly lower figures. Overall, the chart highlights that single people, both with and without children, were more affected compared to other groups.
In detail, single parents accounted for the largest share at 26%, followed closely by single individuals with no children at 24%. Couples with children reported 15%, indicating a notable difference from single-parent households. In contrast, couples without children made up only 9% of those living in poverty.
Regarding older people, single aged individuals had a slightly higher percentage (7%) compared to aged couples, who represented just 5%. Additionally, 14% of all households were reported to be in poverty.
