New Data Shows Half of UK Smokers Reported Intent to Quit
ONS Data: 1-in-2 smokers reported plans to attempt quitting within the next 12 months.
If you’ve been thinking about quitting, you’re not alone; more than half of UK smokers say the same.
New data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) shows that in 2024, 56% of UK smokers reported intending to quit within the following 12 months, with 24% aiming to stop in three months.
This comes as smoking rates fell from 10.5% in 2023 to 9.1% in 2024, the lowest proportion since records began.
While fewer adults are smoking overall, many are actively seeking safer alternatives, making this a key moment for adult smokers to explore options like vaping.
Why Timing Your First Cigarette Matters
Research also shows that smokers who delay their first cigarette of the day are more likely to have reported a planned quit attempt in 2024.
Among smokers who reported intending to quit within three months, 46% waited more than an hour before their first cigarette, compared with 23% of smokers not intending to quit.
This behaviour is a strong indicator of motivation to change, and adult smokers may find vaping a helpful, controlled alternative as they work towards reducing or stopping cigarette use.
IVG Supports Quitters
“Over half of UK smokers reported intending to quit, which is something that IVG strongly supports,” says Jacqueline Hoctor, Commercial Director at IVG.
“Our products and resources are designed to support smokers in reducing or stopping cigarette use, giving them control over their nicotine intake while enjoying the benefits of a tobacco-free lifestyle.”
Quitting Smoking Resources & Reliable Guidance
For adult smokers looking to quit or switch, use reliable resources to make an informed decision:
- Quitting Smoking: A Complete Guide for Adult Smokers – Learn about the benefits of quitting smoking.
- Switching to Vaping: A Complete Guide for Adult Smokers – Discover the benefits of switching from smoking to vaping.
- Quitting Smoking – NHS. Before deciding to quit, always consult a health professional and obtain proper medical advice.
Start Your Switch with IVG
Whether you’re exploring reduced nicotine options or switching completely, IVG provides tools and guidance to help adult smokers make a satisfying, controlled switch.
Source: Office for National Statistics, Adult Smoking Habits in the UK: 2024.