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People & Demographics
SW1A 1AB
Understanding the makeup of communities is at the very heart of the Census. The "People & Demographics" section looks at who we are, how we live, and the spaces we share. From population density - how tightly packed or spacious your neighbourhood feels - to people's relationships that shape households, every detail helps build a picture of daily life. You'll also find insights into age groups and household compositions, revealing generational trends and living arrangements. This data and analysis gives you a great insight into the tapestry of life in SW1A 1AB.
Population Density
Census 2021 dataset "TS002 - Population Density" provides a detailed look at how people are distributed across an area, measured as the number of residents per square kilometre. This is a key indicator that helps us understand how crowded or spacious a location feels. Higher density often suggests urban areas with compact housing and busy communities, whereas lower density points to rural or semi-rural locations with open space and/or countryside and fewer neighbours.
Packed or Peaceful? How This Postcode Stacks Up
This area, as mapped by the Census 2021 (closest OA output area), has a population density of 5,520 people per square kilometre. This value helps determine whether the area feels tightly packed or more expansive.
SW1A 1AB has a population density in line with the regional average of 5597.6 people per km2, as recorded in the Census 2021. This balance suggests a well-rounded area that offers a nice mix of space and convenience. Residents can likely enjoy access to local amenities, public transport, and community resources without feeling overly crowded or isolated. Such areas often appeal to a broad range of people, from families seeking a friendly neighbourhood to professionals who value a balance between work and leisure.
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Legal Marriage/Partnership Status
Legal Partnership Status provides data on the legal relationship status of individuals, including categories like single, married, in a civil partnership, separated, divorced, or widowed. This data is crucial for understanding demographic trends and patterns in relationships over time.
How many people in SW1A 1AB are married?
Census 2021 shows that 23.8% of individuals in the postcode SW1A 1AB are married or in a civil partnership. This is lower than compared to the national average for England & Wales, which stands at 44.7%, a variance of -46.8%.
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23.8%
-46.8%Percentage of people in SW1A 1AB who are married.
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Age (by 5-year bands)
Age by 5-Year Age Bands breaks down the population into age groups, each spanning five years. It typically ranges from 0–4 years, 5–9 years, and so on, up to 85 years and older. This granularity allows for a detailed view of the age distribution within a population. It provides insights into demographic trends and the proportion of different age groups within a given area.
Age Breakdown
The population of SW1A 1AB includes 2.9% of children aged 15 and below, compared to 17.3 percent across the whole of England. On the opposite end of the age range, 30.8% are 65 or older, which encompasses those of retirement age.
This difference in percentage of retirees could be due to proximity to retirement communities, healthcare facilities, proximity to family and social connections nearby.
30.8%
Percentage of the population aged 65 and older
Household Composition
Household Composition categorises households by their structure. It includes single-person households, family households, multi-family households, and other household arrangements. Family households can consist of couples, couples with children, or single-parent families. Multi-family households refer to those with multiple families living together, while 'other' can encompass shared living arrangements, such as roommates or extended families.
Solo Household Statistics
From the Census 2021, we find that 28.7% of households in the SW1A 1AB postcode consist of just one person. This is higher than when compared to England & Wales as a whole, with a variance of 124.2% from the national average, where 12.8% are single-person households.
28.7%
124.2%Percentage of SW1A 1AB households that contain a single person.
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1 Data used for this page show statistics based on output area (OA - E00023933), a best-fit lookup between this postcode (SW1A 1AB) and 2021 Census data. Output areas may include more households and population than postcodes.
Data source: Census 2021 / Office for National Statistics
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