The chart presents the results of a one-year survey of three distinct age groups in Scotland regarding their varying degrees of participation in distinct cultural activities.
In general, it is evident that performances continue to be the most preferred activity among individuals aged 16 and above, with computers maintaining the lowest ranking.
35% of individuals aged 16–24 were engaged in performing arts, as opposed to computer-based activities ( 10%). A quarter of young individuals cited visual art as their preferred pastime. This was followed by 17% who selected visual art of any kind. A considerable proportion of adult respondents identified performing arts and crafts, purchasing cultural items, and participating in performances as the most engaging activities, with respective percentages of 22%, 17%, and 17%.
In contrast, writing was engaged in by a mere 6% of individuals aged 25–44. Crafting comprised the largest proportion (22%) of adults aged 45–74 who participated in cultural activities; this finding underscores the glaring differences between young and middle-aged adults. Unexpectedly, while visual art achieved the second greatest level of engagement among individuals aged 16–24, its ranking among those aged 45–74 was comparatively low.