Maiden Mother Matriarch with Louise Perry AUDIO: Where are Brighton's babies?
Dec 5, 2024
This episode dives into Brighton's surprisingly low birth rate, contrasting the city's vibrant culture with its demographic challenges. It unveils complex causes behind this trend, suggesting that social attitudes may outweigh economic factors. Additionally, the conflict between career aspirations and the desire for family is examined, alongside the influence of religion and socioeconomic status on fertility. Engaging personal insights on parenthood enrich the discussion, making it a thought-provoking listen on modern family dynamics.
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Brighton's Birth Rate Paradox
- Brighton has a low birth rate, yet the Sunday Times ignores the obvious factor: it's the UK's "queer capital".
- The article blames housing and childcare costs, a common but unsupported explanation for low birth rates.
The Affluence-Fertility Paradox
- The cost of housing and childcare is often blamed for low birth rates, but data suggests the opposite is true.
- Fertility rates are higher among less affluent families, both within and across countries.
Affluence and Ideology
- Low fertility correlates with affluence, not deprivation, as seen in countries crossing a certain GDP threshold.
- Brighton's case highlights the complex interplay of ideology and material conditions influencing birth rates.