Increase in cohabitation

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Norms and values

  • Socially acceptable due to the decline in the significance of marriage

  • Often seen as a trial run - Giddens

  • 2006 BSA survey found widespread acceptance of cohabitation

  • Cohabitation is now seen as an option instead of marriage

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Economic factors

  • Pressure on couples to have the dream wedding - costs ÂŁ30,000

  • Many wait until they’re financially secure

  • 39% of women, 37% of men said cohabiting was due to living expenses

  • Average cost of a house in 2022 was ÂŁ280,000

  • Many prioritise careers before considering marriage

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