HC Deb 11 November 1971 vol 825 c255W
Mr. Kinnock

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what was the average number of incomes per household in England and Wales, and Wales respectively during the last year for which figures are available.

Mr. Higgins

This information is not available.

Mr. Kinnock

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what was the average income per household in England and Wales, and Wales respectively during the last year for which figures are available.

Mr. Higgins

It is estimated that for the years 1969 and 1970, the average was £34.165 per week and £30.450 per week respectively. These estimates are based on figures collected in the Family Expenditure Survey (F.E.S.) and subject to the qualifications set out in the F.E.S. Reports.