Child-free households on the rise

The research indicates that families choosing not to have children could save £12,000 per year but are more financially disengaged. L&G's research indicates that 85% of SINKS are financially disengaged, alongside 63% of DINKS. Child-free households are more likely to feel comfortable making financial decisions, with 83% DINKS and 81% of SINKS feeling comfortable. Paula Llewellyn, chief customer and strategy officer, Legal and General Retail, said: "We are seeing a large number of people deciding not to have children. Societal pressures are lifting and young people are choosing to crea...