While the majority of the content on Halfway Somewhere is based on my own experiences and perspectives, I do include externally sourced facts and statistics in some blog posts to provide additional context and support for certain topics. I believe in using data that is up-to-date, reliable and unbiased, so I always aim to reference well-researched facts from credible resources wherever relevant.
That being said data, particularly on domestic abuse, can be extremely tricky. Because of it’s sensitive and personal nature, many instances of domestic abuse go unreported. Given that the facts and statistics that are available are solely based on what does get reported, the picture reflected by the data is probably an underestimation of the full scope of the problem. It’s estimated that only 24% (Refuge) of domestic abuse cases are reported to authorities or national charities (I know, using a statistic to pointing out how statistics can be unreliable), so when you see these stats please remember they’re just the tip of the iceberg.
On top of that, data in general is always evolving. I strive to include only the most up-to-date information at the time of writingmbut even the most reliable sources change over time as new information comes to light or methods of collecting data are updated. So it’s always a good idea to double-check the facts, especially if you’re reading posts that are a little bit older.
References:
- Refuge (2025) Facts and statistics, Refuge. Available at: https://refuge.org.uk/what-is-domestic-abuse/the-facts/#:~:text=Fact%3A%20The%20police%20receive%20a,is%20reported%20to%20the%20police. (Accessed 15 March 2025).