Research and analysis
Tracking the syphilis epidemic in England
An examination of the epidemiology of syphilis in England presented by demographic characteristics to illustrate how different groups are affected.
Applies to England
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These reports present analyses of syphilis epidemiology in England, collated by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA).
The Syphilis Action Plan brings together the existing recommendations for UKHSA and partner organisations to address the continued increase in syphilis diagnoses.
Previously published report and data tables are available from the UK Government Web Archive.
Updates to this page
Published 3 February 2021
Last updated 10 December 2025
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Added 'Tracking the syphilis epidemic in England: 2015 to 2024' report.
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Revised Figure 12a and 12b titles to align with the graph images in the 2023 report.
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Updated with 2023 report.
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First published.