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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 3: Disability and Trans Status / History Data
| Trans Status / History | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| No: Not trans and does not have a trans history | 26.8% | 73.2% |
| Yes: Trans man | 43.8% | 56.2% |
| Yes: Trans woman | 43.7% | 56.3% |
| Yes: Non-binary | 46.4% | 67.2% |
| Yes: Trans status or history not otherwise specified | 32.7% | 67.2% |
| Yes: Other trans status or history | 48.9% | 51.1% |
Source: Scotland Census 2022
| Trans Status / History | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Yes: Trans or trans history | 43.6% | 56.4% |
| No: Not trans and does not have a trans history | 26.8% | 73.2% |
| Not applicable (aged less than 16) | 8.0% | 92.0% |
| Missing / Not stated | 32.7% | 67.3% |
Source: Scotland Census 2022