What percentage of the population lived in poverty in victorian england? (1837-1901)

Both skilled and non-skilled workers composed the majority of the population who lived in poverty during the Victorian Era in England. This was because the increase in urbanization was at its peak where a lot of workers are required to render their services, as a result of this demand, they were paid little and were exposed to unsanitary working conditions.

The goods the europeans wanted the most were gold, jewels, silk, perfumes, and especially spices.