The Great British Retirement Survey 2026
Welcome to our seventh edition of the ii Great British Retirement Survey.
Polling 5,000 people across the UK and a further 2,500 ii customers, our report offers a bird’s-eye view of the retirement landscape in the UK.
Important information: As investment values can go down as well as up, you may not get back all of the money you invest. Currency changes affect international investments, and this can decrease their value in sterling. If you’re unsure if an investment account is right for you, please speak to an authorised financial adviser. This content is provided for information purposes only. The content is not intended to be a personal recommendation to buy or sell any financial instrument or product, or to adopt any investment strategy and is not provided based on an assessment of your investing knowledge and experience, your financial situation or your investment objectives.
Why the Great British Retirement Survey matters more than ever
Everyone’s journey towards retirement is different. Some start saving earlier, while others need to focus on major life expenses first.
Yet many of us share the same concerns along the way.
Drawing on the experiences of nearly 8,000 UK adults, the Great British Retirement Survey uncovers these challenges - and the insights that can help you manage your journey.
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