Natsal: how Britain measures its sexual attitudes and lifestyles
In short
Natsal, the National Survey of Sexual Attitudes and Lifestyles, is one of the largest studies of sexual behaviour in the world. Natsal-1 interviewed 18,876 people aged 16 to 59 in 1990–91, and Natsal-3 surveyed 15,162 adults aged 16 to 74 in 2010–12. It is led by UCL, LSHTM, Glasgow and partners, with Natsal-4 results due in late 2026.
What the full article will cover
- What is Natsal and why was it created?
- Who runs and funds it?
- How are participants chosen and interviewed?
- What did earlier waves reveal about relationships and marriage?
- What will Natsal-4 add?
Frequently asked questions
- Is Natsal anonymous?
- Who funds the Natsal surveys?
- How often is Natsal carried out?
- Where can Natsal data be accessed?
Sources
- natsal.ac.uk — https://www.natsal.ac.uk/
- natsal.ac.uk — https://www.natsal.ac.uk/natsal-survey/natsal-1
- natsal.ac.uk — https://www.natsal.ac.uk/natsal-survey/natsal-3
General information, not legal or religious advice.