Latest availability of equality data

Identifying data sources and disaggregating data is a key challenge for the sector. This section looks at reviewing existing sources to identify appropriate measures for determining policy, as well as frameworks for compiling, analysing, presenting and communicating data.

The Equalities Review proposed a definition of equality based on the concept of equal life chances and sets out ten areas, or dimensions, where it is most important to achieve greater equality.

These tables are a summary of the available equality data for some of  these ten areas in relation to race, gender, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief and age. It also shows where the national indicators fit in with the performance framework and equality data relevant to this area. There is an extra column for socio-economic status, as this was considered an important additional dimension.

• Longevity and health (PDF, 2 pages, 81KB)
• Physical and legal security (PDF, 4 pages, 82KB)
• Education (PDF, 3 pages, 90KB)
• Standard of living (PDF, 1 page, 70KB)
• Productive and valued activities (PDF, 2 pages, 71KB)
• Individual, family and social life (PDF, 1 page, 70KB).

Read the full report to access all of the data audit excercises undertaken.

The 10 domains proposed in the report were developed from international human rights frameworks combined with the results of public consultation.

Longevity – including avoiding premature mortality.

Physical security – including freedom from violence, physical and sexual abuse, and freedom to use public spaces without fear.

Health – including wellbeing and access to high-quality healthcare.

Education – including both being able to be creative, to acquire skills and qualifications as well as having access to training and life-long learning.

Standard of living – including being able to live with independence and security. Also covering nutrition, clothing, housing, warmth, utilities, social service and transport. Living with independence, dignity and self-respect.

Productive and valued activities – such as access to employment, a positive experience in the workplace, work-life balance, and being able to care for others.

Individual, family and social life – including self-development, having independence and equality in relationships and marriage. Enjoy support in pregnancy, maternity and in childhood.

Participation, influence and voice – including participation in decision-making and democratic life, participation in local community and civil organisations including trade unions.

Identity, expression and self-respect – including freedom of belief and religion.

Legal security – including being treated with equality and non-discrimination before the law and equality treatment by justice system. Knowing privacy will be respected and personal data protected.