Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

UK Adolescent Violence Against Parents Surges 60% in Decade

12/31/2025

42 4

Summary

Story summary

Violent offenses by adolescents against parents or step-parents in the UK rose over 60% in a decade, with 3,091 incidents in the first ten months of 2025.
Metropolitan Police data show the rise continued during Covid, with referrals to support services up 90%.
Experts attribute the trend to child poverty, changing dynamics, and greater awareness of help.
A 2021 report found serious physical violence toward parents affects 3%–5% of families.

1 of 1

Story summary

Violent offenses by adolescents against parents or step-parents in the UK rose over 60% in a decade, with 3,091 incidents in the first ten months of 2025.
Metropolitan Police data show the rise continued during Covid, with referrals to support services up 90%.
Experts attribute the trend to child poverty, changing dynamics, and greater awareness of help.
A 2021 report found serious physical violence toward parents affects 3%–5% of families.