Adolescent girls are more violent and controlling in relationships than adolescent boys.

"Contrary to common perceptions, boys report experiencing higher rates of violent and controlling behaviours from their partners compared to girls."

"Gender differences are most pronounced among younger teenagers. For 13-15-year-olds, 35% of boys in relationships report being hit, kicked or shoved by a partner, compared to 17% of girls. In the same age group, 34% of boys report experiencing sexual coercion, compared to 20% of girls."

Source:
Children, violence, and vulnerability (2024)
Nationally representative UK study
n=10,387 adolescents age 13-17