August 27, 2025 - 687 views
A new survey has found that 32% of people in Wales are volunteering, with over £4.6m invested by the Welsh Government in volunteering initiatives.
The survey also revealed that 96% of people in Wales use the internet, 42% work remotely, and 94% engage in a healthier lifestyle.
Throughout 2024-25, a representative sample of Welsh residents were interviewed about various aspects of their lives, including perceptions of their local community, and Welsh language use.
Results of the survey include:
96% of people said they use the internet (at home, work, or elsewhere), an increase from 93% in 2022-23.
42% of people in work said they work remotely for some or all of their working hours, compared with 34% in 2022-23.
94% of people reported 2 or more healthy behaviours, which include not smoking, not drinking above guidelines, being a healthy weight, eating 5 portions of fruit or vegetables, and being active.
Mark Drakeford, the Cabinet Secretary for Finance and Welsh Language said:
"These survey findings give us valuable evidence about what matters most to people. We'll use these insights to guide our policies and ensure our decisions reflect the real experiences of Welsh communities."
