Big Dreams, Bigger Worries: What UK Parents Really Want—And Fear—For Their Children’s Financial Future
August 11 2025
As economic pressures mount, UK parents are turning their attention to the financial futures of their children. New research[i] released by Yorkshire Building Society today reveals that parents of children aged 5 to 17 are navigating a complex mix of hope, anxiety, and action, balancing aspirations for their children’s success with growing concerns about the cost of living, future affordability, and long-term financial security.