About 400,000 UK children supported by baby banks, up 11% on previous year
Summary
In 2025, around 400,000 children in the UK received help from baby banks, an 11% increase from the previous year. Charities warn that without government help, they cannot keep up with the growing need caused by child poverty and problems like poor housing and rising costs.Key Facts
- About 400,000 children were supported by baby banks in the UK in 2025.
- This number is 11% higher than the year before.
- Baby banks gave out 26% more baby formula tubs than in 2024.
- Many families face unsafe or insecure housing, contributing to their need for help.
- 4.5 million children live in poverty across the UK.
- The UK government removed the limit on support for families with more than two children earlier in 2025.
- Baby banks provide clothes, beds, nappies, toys, and baby formula to families.
- Charities say they cannot handle the full impact of child poverty alone and call for more government action.
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