09/10 Census Result   »   Relationships   »   Love And Relationships

The relationships category applies a little more focus to the couple, how sexuality exits in and is affected by the partnership. It explores the issues around sex, satisfaction and fidelity that arise in the couple scenario.

• Have you ever cheated on a partner? (see comparison)

  • Yes 46.3% 47.1% 44.3%
  • No 33.4% 31.9% 37.3%
  • Did not Answer 20.3% 21.0% 18.4%

• Has your partner ever cheated on you? (see comparison)

  • Yes 36.1% 34.2% 41.0%
  • No 22.3% 21.9% 23.4%
  • Not sure 21.3% 22.8% 17.1%
  • Did not Answer 20.3% 21.1% 18.5%

• Have/Could you forgive a partner if they cheated on you? (see comparison)

  • Yes 36.4% 39.5% 28.5%
  • No 18.7% 16.5% 24.3%
  • Not sure 27.2% 25.8% 30.9%
  • Did not Answer 17.7% 18.2% 16.3%