In 2021, 44 percent of men and 36 percent of women in the Yorkshire and the Humber region of England were classed as being overweight. Furthermore, almost 50 percent of men in the East Midlands were classed as overweight.
Prevalence of adults who were overweight in England 2021, by gender and region
* Weighted bases: n (men)= 2,664; n (women)= 2,690. The source provides the following information: Regions defined as the former Government Office Regions. Overweight: 25 to less than 30 kilograms per meter squared. Not including those who are obese
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