More or Less: Behind the Stats Are 4% of young women in the UK on OnlyFans?
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Jun 18, 2025 Tim Harford dives into the intriguing claim that 4% of young UK women are on OnlyFans, uncovering dubious sources behind the statistics. He also tackles the financial implications of housing asylum seekers and the complexities of government spending. The discussion extends to water usage, revealing Scots consume significantly more than people in Yorkshire. Additionally, Harford explores changing parental dynamics in childcare, offering a fresh perspective on how working mothers engage with their children compared to their 1950s counterparts.
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Asylum Hotel Costs Explained
- The Home Office spent around £3.1 billion on housing asylum seekers in hotels in 2023-24, not £4.7 billion as widely claimed. - This hotel spend includes transport and wraparound services, not just room costs.
Unreliable OnlyFans Creator Statistics
- The claim that 4% of UK women aged 18-34 are OnlyFans creators is baseless and sourced from unreliable data. - OnlyFans does not release location-specific creator data, making precise numbers unknown.
Why Scots Use More Water
- Scotland uses about 40% more water per person than Yorkshire, explained largely by lower water metering in Scotland. - Metered homes typically use less water, suggesting meters encourage conservation.