Multiple maternity rates per 1000 inside and outside marriage, England and Wales 1976–95. Women under 20 only. (Data from OPCS Birth Statistics, Series FM 1)
| Marital status | 1976–1980 | 1982–1987 | 1988–1992 | 1993–1995 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inside | 6.0 | 6.2 | 6.3 | 6.7 |
| Outside | 5.4 | 5.6 | 5.8 | 6.6 |