Summary of request
The Gini coefficient is a measure of inequality which has been calculated for England and Wales rather than the UK as a whole. Based on disposable income (following income tax and benefits), and is equivalised to take into account that a larger household would need the more money to live the same lifestyle as a household with fewer people.
Please note:
This file was updated on 27 February 2019 to correct a labelling error and the dates in the title.