The Prince's Trust · 2024
The 2024 Prince's Trust NatWest Youth Index surveyed 2,239 UK young people aged 16–25 to measure their happiness and confidence across areas including work, mental health, money, education and relationships. The report finds that happiness and confidence with money have hit the lowest level in the study's 15-year history, and that poor mental health is creating a vicious cycle that hinders young people's entry into and retention in education and employment. NEET young people report the lowest overall wellbeing scores, and young women are disproportionately affected by financial anxiety and low confidence. Despite these pressures, the majority of young people remain determined to achieve their goals and want practical support to do so.