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Data and reports
Additional information on the prevalence of chronic kidney disease in Kent, shown by district, PCN and deprivation status, and trends since 2016 can be found in our Health and Social Care Maps self-serve tool.
Kidney disease
There is a wide spectrum of kidney disease, which can be rapid onset (acute) or longer term (chronic). Chronic kidney disease is closely related to cardiovascular disease and the two processes often co-exist. People with chronic kidney disease are at a high risk of mortality from cardiovascular disease. Chronic kidney disease is a major public health concern, with rising incidence and prevalence. In 2024 there were approximately 67,500 people aged 18 years and over who had been diagnosed with chronic kidney disease in Kent, representing 5.1% of the registered population aged 18 and over (Fingertips).
External resources
A number of organisations produce kidney disease statistics both at national and local level.
- OHID produce a range of resources on cardiovascular disease, including disease profiles and primary care intelligence packs.
- The National General Practice Profiles present a range of data, including prevalence.
- Office for National Statistics (ONS) provide mortality statistics, which include mortality from kidney disease.
- The National Clinical Audit programme provides information on standards of healthcare being achieved for CKD.