Scottish Household Survey Key Findings

49 Adults with higher educational qualifications were significantly more likely to participate in physical activities. The proportion of adults who participated in physical activities increased among those with a HNC/ HND, a degree or a professional qualification, from 85% in 2007/2008 to 90% in 2019. Likewise, the proportion of those whose highest educational qualification was a standard grade or higher who participated in physical activities had increased from 79% in 2007/2008 to 81% in 2019. However, among adults who had no qualifications, the proportion who took part in physical activities was consistent throughout this time period. Participation in Physical Activities 0.4 0.6 0.8 1.0 2007/ 2008 79% 85% 90% 81% 51% 54% 2014 2019 HNC/HND, DEGREE OR PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS STANDARD OR HIGHER GRADE NO QUALIFICATIONS Physical Activity and Sport Scottish Household Survey Key findings Help Shape Scotland