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Inequalities and challenges experienced by disabled people in Scotland: evidence review
This evidence review synthesises available evidence on the inequalities (where comparable data is available) and challenges experienced by disabled people in Scotland drawing on research from the period 2019 to 2025.
Appendix 1: Disability and Age Census Data
| Age | People with a long-term disability or health condition that limits them a little or a lot | People without a long-term disability or health condition |
|---|---|---|
| Age 0 to 15 | 8.0% | 92.0% |
| Age 16 to 24 | 14.2% | 85.8% |
| Age 25 to 34 | 14.5% | 85.5% |
| Age 35 to 49 | 17.7% | 82.3% |
| Age 50 to 64 | 28.2% | 71.8% |
| Age 65 or over | 50.2% | 49.8% |
Source: Scotland’s Census 2022