In the UK, there are about 2.0 million male unpaid carers, making up roughly 40–42% of all informal carers .
Here’s a clearer breakdown:
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Total unpaid carers: Around 5.0–5.8 million across the UK
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Male vs Female: Approximately 2.0 million males and 3.0 million females are providing unpaid care .
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Proportion of caregivers: In England and Wales, about 7.6% of males and 10.4% of females report providing unpaid care
That means 2 in every 5 unpaid carers are men .
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