Postcode Lottery

Research Question

Do trans+ adults living in England experience a postcode lottery in gender-affirming healthcare?

Research Team

• Lilly-Emma Thynne (she/her) - Principal Researcher

• Dr Brigit McWade (she/her) - Research Supervisor 

Purpose

This study seeks to determine whether access to gender-affirming healthcare for trans+ adults in England is affected by a 'postcode lottery'. The outcome of this study will inform subsequent research investigating strategies for improving the provision and practice of gender-affirming care for trans+ adults in England.

Summary of Representation

• 422 responses (after validation)

• 41 of the 42 NHS Integrated Care Board catchment areas were represented

• 305 participants signed-up to receive updates on future research

• 51% of participants sought masculinising interventions, while 49% sought feminising

• 34% of participants identified their gender as non-binary+, 29% binary male and 37% binary female