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Statistics on 27 common types of cancer

Comprehensive statistical information for 27 of the most commonly diagnosed cancers in the UK is presented here. This section is expanded periodically. The latest cancer incidence statistics available for the UK are for 2009, and for mortality the latest statistics are for 2010. 

We are currently working to update all the incidence and mortality pages on this site. Top line 2009 mortality statistics for most cancer sites are available in the Key Facts or the Data Tables.

Find out why more up to date statistics are not yet available. If you cannot find the information you need please email the stats.team@cancer.org.uk

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Latest updates

Check out the Key Facts section for the latest top line statistics on 18 types of cancer.

Updates coming soon: 

  • Cancer Worldwide
  • EU updates for the most common cancers - you can find these in the specific cancer incidence and mortality pages
  • Updated Survival rates

 

 

Latest publications

Check out the latest reports published by the Statistical Information Team

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If you cannot find the information you are looking for, or if you have comments or suggestions on content, then please email nr_statseditor@cancer.org.uk