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Workplace Wellbeing Statistics List 2024 | MyAnova

Published by MyAnova

31 July 2024

At MyAnova, we love diving into the numbers, especially when they can help create happier, healthier workplaces. In the ever-evolving environment of work, understanding and prioritising workplace wellbeing can make a world of difference.


We've gathered some fascinating 2024 stats that highlight the importance of promoting a supportive and engaging work environment. To save you trawling the internet like we did, we put them in one place for you! Let’s explore these compelling UK workplace wellbeing statistics and see how they can positively impact your organisation.


Mental Health and Wellbeing



  • The average rate of employee absence[JW1] [JW2]  (7.8 days per employee or 3.4% of working time lost, per year) has risen considerably, from 5.8 days per employee per year, to 7.8 days. 63% of employee absence was due to mental health.

    CIPD


  • 76% of organisations reported stress related absence, with heavy workloads being the most common cause. CIPD


  • People’s perception of their own mental health has improved over time, but has not yet returned to pre-pandemic levels, with 62% reporting their mental health as ‘not good’, compared to 64% pre-pandemic. Deloitte


Talent Acquisition


  • 83% of employees are more attracted to working at an organisation that demonstrates a “progressive company culture”. People Management


  • Better work-life balance and wellbeing is 2nd highest priority when looking for a new employer, after pay. Gallup


Retention


  • More than half of employees (59%) are quiet quitting, due to a lack of enthusiasm in their tasks. Gallup


  • Over half (54%) of employees would accept a job with lower pay and a better work-life balance. Forbes


  • Those experiencing burnout, a cause of poor wellbeing, are x2.6 as likely to be actively seeking a different job. Gallup


Employee Wellbeing Support


  • More organisations have employee assistance programmes (EAPs) for all or some employees (2022: 74%); 2023: 84%. CIPD


  • 50% of employees are interested in digital tools to support their mental wellbeing. Deloitte


Measuring Impact


  • Over three-quarters (78%) of organisations are taking steps to identify and reduce stress. Two-thirds of these (66%) attempt to identify the causes of stress through staff surveys or focus groups. CIPD


  • Nearly half of organisations (48%) take a continuous improvement/feedback loop to improve their wellbeing programme but fewer (27%) critically assess the quality of wellbeing outcomes for employees who participate in activities/interventions. CIPD


Manager Responsibility for Workplace Wellbeing


  • 60% of employees expect support from senior leadership and managers, yet 70% of employees say support is actually coming from peers and managers. Deloitte


  • 24% of managers are required to take mental health-specific training. Headspace


  • 70% of employees feel their manager has more impact on their mental health than their therapist or their doctor — and it’s equal to the impact of their partner. UKG


Financial Wellbeing


  • Financial wellbeing is receiving increased attention as nearly three-fifths (57%) of organisations report their wellbeing initiative is designed to promote financial wellbeing to a large or moderate extent. CIPD


  • Results from PwC’s ‘Employee Financial Wellness’ survey found that 60% of full-time workers are stressed about their finances, which is a higher percentage than at the peak of the pandemic. The results showed that financial stress was impacting:

    • Sleep (56%)

    • Mental health (55%)

    • Self-esteem (50%)

    • Physical health (44%)

    • Relationships at home (40%)


Diversity, Equality and Inclusion (DE&I)


  • When employees trust their employer’s commitment to DE&I, their engagement can increase by 20%. Deloitte


  • Around 63% of employees across all generations said they prioritise DEI programmes when it comes to choosing which company to work for, while 73% of Gen Z and 68% of Millennial respondents said the same. EY


The Business Case for Workplace Wellbeing


  • Employers can achieve an average return of £4.7 for £1 invested in employees' mental health and wellbeing. Deloitte


  • Companies with an engaged workforce are 21% more profitable and outperform their competitors by 147%. Forbes


  • The global impact of disengaged employees, whether not engaged or actively disengaged, is striking. It results in a staggering loss of $8.8 trillion in productivity. Gallup


  • Poor mental health across the UK workforce can now be costing employers around £51 billion annually. Deloitte


Conclusion


So there we have it, the Workplace Wellbeing Statistics for 2024! It clear as day that there is a critical need for organisations to prioritise their employees' mental, physical and financial wellbeing. With a significant rise in awareness and proactive measures, companies are starting to see the profound benefits of a healthy work environment. However, there is still much work to be done.

 

At MyAnova, we bridge the gap with our award-winning workplace wellbeing survey platform and bespoke consultancy services. By providing insightful data and actionable recommendations, Anova empowers organisations to create healthier, more productive workplaces.


Check out our product features here, and learn more here on how Anova can help your organisation thrive by promoting a genuine culture of wellbeing.



We have gathered some fascinating Workplace Wellbeing UK statistics for 2024, that highlight the importance of promoting a supportive and engaging work environment. These insights aren’t just interesting—they’re actionable.

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