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Facts and Figures
1. Recorded alcohol consumption per capita 1960 - 2023
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Alcohol consumption Netherlands1960-2023 - version August 29, 2024 (85,3 kB)
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2. Market shares alcohol sales
Sources: Brewers of Europe, CEEV, Statista, Retail Insiders.
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3. Alcohol consumers, ex-drinkers and life time abstainers, 2023
| Alcohol consumers % | Ex-drinkers % | Life time abstainers % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Men 12+ | 77.8 | 10.4 | 11.8 |
| Women 12+ | 69.4 | 14.9 | 15.7 |
| Total 12+ population | 73.6 | 12.7 | 13.8 |
Source: Centraal Bureau voor de Statistiek
4. Alcohol use students age 12-16 secondary schools, 2003-2023
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| 2003 | 2007 | 2011 | 2015 | 2019 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age 12 | 30.9 | 16.1 | 7.6 | 4.3 | 5.3 | 6.3 |
| Age 13 | 43.0 | 27.1 | 17.9 | 9.2 | 9.6 | 9.5 |
| Age 14 | 62.5 | 46.1 | 32.3 | 20.6 | 26.6 | 23.6 |
| Age 15 | 70.8 | 67.9 | 58.7 | 41.8 | 42.3 | 35.3 |
| Age 16 | 78.8 | 77.7 | 76.6 | 59.3 | 53.3 | 46.1 |
| Total 12-16 | 57.1 | 47.2 | 37.8 | 25.5 | 26.2 | 22.0 |
Source: Trimbos-institute
5. Prevalence of heavy episodic drinking, 2023
Percentage of drinkers 12+ consuming at least 60 grams (males) or 40 grams (females) of pure alcohol one day per week, 2023
| Heavy drinkers among drinkers 12+ | |
|---|---|
| Men | 10.5% |
| Women | 10.3% |
| Total population | 10.4% |
Source: Centraal Bureau voor de Statistiek
6. ER visits for alcohol intoxications, alcohol related accidents and violence, 2022
| Age | Intoxication | Accidents/violence |
|---|---|---|
| < 18 | 1,100 | 700 |
| 18-24 | 1,400 | 4,800 |
| 25-54 | 2,000 | 10,600 |
| 55+ | 500 | 7,800 |
Source: VeiligheidNL
7. Alcohol related deaths
Based on the data from the Global Burden of Disease Study, STAP calculated the share of 'high alcohol use' in 29 relevant causes of death. That shows that in 2021 an estimated 5,915 deaths were (partly) attributable to alcohol use.
| Causes | Deaths |
|---|---|
| Cancer | 2,155 |
| Heart and vascular diseases | 1,717 |
| Liver and pancreas (excl. liver cancer) | 751 |
| Alcohol use disorders | 479 |
| Suicide/murder | 310 |
| Accidents (traffic, fall, drowning, etc.) | 289 |
| Diabetes | 131 |
| Other | 83 |
| Total | 5,915 |
Source: GBD Compare.
8. Correct compliance with the age limit
| Distribution channels | Correct compliance 2018 | Correct compliance 2020 | Correct compliance 2022 | Correct compliance 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liquor shops | 73.3% | 66.3% | 71.0% | 63.3% |
| Supermarkets | 68.9% | 58.1% | 62.6% | 58.9% |
| Night shops | 34.7% | 41.0% | 46.9% | 31.6% |
| Cafetarias | 20.7% | 29.8% | 24.8% | 23.0% |
| Sport canteens | 20.2% | 23.9% | 28.8% | 22.4% |
| Hospitality sector | 17.5% | 29.0% | 23.7% | 25.5% |
| Home delivery services | 9.5% | 12.4% | 10.0% | 20.2% |
| Total weighted average compliance, exclusive home delivery services | 37.7% | 38.0% | 34.2% | 32.9% |
Source: Bureau Objectief
9. Policies and interventions
| Written national policy | National Prevention Agreement 2018 |
| Excise tax on beer/wine/spirits | Yes/Yes/Yes |
| National legal minimum age for off-premise sales of beer/wine/spirits | 18/18/18 |
| National legal minimum age for on-premise sales of beer/wine/spirits | 18/18/18 |
| Restrictions for on-/off-premise sales of alcoholic beverages - hours/days/places/density | No/No/Yes/No |
| Restrictions for on-/off-premise sales of alcoholic beverages - specific events/intoxicated persons/petrol stations | No/Yes/Yes |
| National maximum legal blood alcohol concentration when driving a verhicle - general/novice/professionals in % | 0.05/0.02/0.05 |
| Legally binding regulations on alcohol advertising/product placement | No, except for tv and radio |
| Legally binding regulations on alcohol sponsorship/sales promotion | No, except for tv and radio /Yes, a retailer can not offer drinks for more than 25% off the price he normally charges |
| Legally required health warning labels on alcohol advertisements/containers | No/No |
| National government support for community action | Yes |
| National monitoring system(s) | Yes |
Dutch Institute for Alcohol Policy STAP
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P.O. Box 9769
3506 GT Utrecht
The Netherlands
T: +31 (0)30-6565041
F: +31 (0)30-6565043
E: info@stap.nl