Julia Stoll
Research expert covering TV and video media
Children and media in the UK - statistics & facts
In the digital age, the media landscape for British youth is rapidly evolving, with social platforms, news consumption, and gaming emerging as dominant forces shaping their daily lives. TikTok has risen to unprecedented popularity among UK children and teenagers, becoming not just an entertainment hub, but also a primary source of news for many. Meanwhile, the news consumption habits of 12 to 15-year-olds reveal age-specific preferences and platform choices. Simultaneously, gaming has become an integral part of British children's routines, with a vast majority engaging with online games across various devices. These trends paint a vivid picture of how digital media is influencing the younger generation's interests, information sources, and leisure activities in the United Kingdom.
