Average Device Usage in the UK
Do you know how long you spend every day on your computer or smartphone.
Is your daily use considered safe, or do you need to reduce your screen time?
Screen time refers to the amount of time a typical person spends interacting with electronic screens, such as computers and laptops, tablets, smartphones, TVs, and other digital devices.
Examples of screen time include watching/streaming movies and TV shows online (on platforms like:
Netflix
Disney+
Amazon Prime
online shopping, social media, chatting with family and friends via video streaming, online gaming, and much more.
Social media alone accounts for approx. 1 hour 52 minutes daily in the UK, which is a third of overall screentime. With so many social media platforms available from Facebook, to TikTok to X, it is easy to see why it can monopolise so much time.
The average time spent on devices in the UK has seen significant growth since the pandemic, especially with the rise of digital media, remote work, and online entertainment and streaming services.
What is considered a recommended healthy screen time?
Health experts and organisations provide guidelines to help individuals balance their screen time with other healthy activities to ensure a more balanced lifestyle.
Limiting screen time will also benefit your health by reducing strain on your eyes and back related issues, as you will be moving more frequently and not sitting in the same position for large quantities of time.
General recommendations include the following:
For Adults:
For Children and Teenagers:
Balancing Screen Time and Healthy Activities
While the average UK adult spends a significant amount of time on devices each day, it's essential to strive for a balance to ensure your screen time is safe, doesn’t become a detriment to your social life, and doesn’t cause any health-related issues in the future.
Following recommended guidelines, taking regular breaks, ensuring adequate sleep, and incorporating a variety of activities into your daily routines can help ensure a healthier and more balanced lifestyle.
We hope you have found this blog useful.
The VFast Team