The 40

In the 2021 National Census, when asked the question about religion, 27.5 million people in England and Wales identified themselves as Christian, yet around 24 million of them don’t attend church on a regular basis. That’s around 40% of the population.

If you are one of the 40%, please help us understand why by answering just a few questions below.

It will only take a few minutes of your time and your views really matter (and please be assured, there are no right or wrong answers!)

Figures taken from 2021 Census of England & Wales. A ‘regular basis’ is broadly defined as 3 out of 8 weekends.

Name

First Name

Last Name

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1st three letters of your postcode (optional)

Age Range (optional)

Q1. What would you say are the main reasons why you don't attend church?

Please list in order of importance if more than one

Q2. What do you think would help you attend on a regular basis?

Please list in order of importance if more than one

Q3. On a scale of 1-10, how do you feel when you hear or read the name Jesus, or Jesus Christ, being used as a swear word?

1 = "it doesn't bother me at all" 10 = "very upset and I'd like it to stop"

Are you one of the 40%?