Research from Unbiased found the average woman seeking financial advice was 56, just above the minimum pension access age of 55.
Most were based in London (21.6%), followed by the South East (16.1%).
Women’s average assets stood at £160,000, mainly from pensions and retirement savings, compared to £220,000 for men.
From age 70, women’s assets overtook men’s, reaching £472,000 compared to £255,000.
Most female advice seekers were married at 43.2%, while 45% were single, divorced or widowed.
Among men, 66.3% were married and 22.5% were single, divorced or widowed.
Additionally, Unbiased found 70% of women valued clear communication when getting advice, compared to 61% of men.
51% of women wanted strong qualifications from advisers, compared to 42% of men.
Most women preferred in-person and email advice.
Karen Barrett, founder of Unbiased, said: “The average age for women to seek financial advice via Unbiased is 56, only a year after savers can currently access their pensions.
“While it’s great to see women seek expert financial advice, it’s vital not to hold this off until later years, as an adviser can help them reach major life goals, such as buying a home, investing, or saving for the future.
“With more women expecting to inherit assets or build wealth, building financial confidence and having a plan for the future is key, especially as they tend to have fewer assets than men on average.”
Barrett added: “For those unsure where to start, thinking about your long-term goals is a must, as well as what you need help with to achieve them, before consulting a financial adviser.”
