As the number of young men having vasectomies rises, BBC News spoke to two men about why they chose to have the procedure. Alex, a mortgage broker, had a vasectomy in his late 20s after experiencing postnatal depression and trauma from his wife's difficult labour. Sam, a sound designer for video games, chose to have a vasectomy at 22 after realizing he didn't want to have children.
Young men in England opt for vasectomies in record numbers
UKPulse Health DeskAccording to NHS England data, 26,385 vasectomies were performed in 2024-25, a 16% increase from the previous year.
- 26,385 vasectomies were performed in England in 2024-25, a 16% increase from the previous year.
- Men aged 35-39 had the most procedures, with around 8,400 in 2024-25.
- There was a slight rise in younger men choosing to have the snip, with around 950 vasectomies performed on men under 30 in 2024-25.
Why this matters: The increase in vasectomies among young men may be due to a desire to avoid the sacrifices and uncertainties of being a parent.
What this means for you: If you're considering a vasectomy, it's essential to carefully weigh the pros and cons and discuss your decision with a healthcare professional.