A new survey conducted by YouGov, a polling organisation, for Mishcon de Reya, a London law firm suggests that nearly a quarter of divorcees consider leaving their partner within the first two years of marriage.
According to The Telegraph, out of 546 divorcees, a third had filed for divorce before their fifth wedding anniversary. More than a quarter (27 per cent) of divorcees said that their "sexless" marriages drove them apart while one in 10 said their spouse's family had forced them to divorce.
For women, divorce is highest among those aged 25 to 29. Divorce for men peaks among the 30-34 age. Women say they come off worse in divorce, but more men say their divorces would have been less costly if they had a pre-nuptial agreement.
"People start to think about divorce many years before they actually get divorced," Sandra Davis, head of family law at Mishcon de Reya was quoted as saying. She added that Couples should have "clearer expectations" and a "frank discussion about where they are going".
"Pre-nups are not just for the rich and famous. They can help people appreciate what their prospective spouse's attitude to money is. You would not enter into a commercial transaction without a contract. Marriage is a business contract with emotion laid on top," Davies added.