The research indicates that many women who go out generally prefer to be at home and in bed by midnight, with only 5% claiming that their ideal night involves going out to dance with friends.

This may be happening due to a range of factors, including the rising cost of living and reduced amounts of disposable income.

In the last five years, over 100 nightclubs across Australia and 400 across the UK have closed down. 

This reduction has contributed to a limited number of nightlife options available, especially for people in regional areas, making going out less accessible. 

Drinking culture is also on the decline as the negative impacts of alcohol on people’s mental and physical health are becoming more prevalent in society. 

The lack of nightlife choices and the awareness and importance of health are likely contributing to this preference for a night in, or at least the desire to be in bed before the calendar ticks over to a new day. 

Studies have shown that longer and better quality sleep can improve mood, focus and cognitive function, and contribute to a stronger immune system. 

As alcohol can severely impact the quality of sleep, going out and drinking all night will often lead to higher stress levels and typical hangover symptoms, which generally decrease these factors.

Whilst this trend of being snuggled in bed early can have significant health benefits, there are also concerns around limited socialisation and increasing feelings of isolation. 

With many people working remotely, and the reduction in many adults having a ‘third place’ to spend their time, growing feelings of isolation should not be ignored.

The impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic may also still be lingering as people choose not to spend hours in a small room filled with sweaty people. 

Despite the waning number of women wanting to stay out late, it is likely that the physical and mental health benefits and improved mood may outweigh the desirability of the drinking culture.