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People & Demographics
Thorn Cross, Bovey Tracey, Newton Abbot, Teignbridge, Devon
TQ13 9DWTeignbridge
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 TQ13 9DW.
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
With a population density of 1,144 people per square kilometre (as per Census 2021), this area's closest OA output area reveals how many residents occupy a single square kilometre in the TQ13 9DW area. This number is a key indicator of how densely or sparsely the community is populated.
The neighbourhood around TQ13 9DW has a population density between 200% and 600% higher than the regional average of 239.2 people per km2, as shown in Census 2021 data. This increase in density indicates a highly urbanised area, characterised by dense housing, bustling streets, and plenty of local amenities such as shops, schools, and public transport options. Such areas often attract individuals seeking convenience and community activities.
0%
378Population Density.
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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 TQ13 9DW are married?
According to Census 2021, 54.8% of those living in the postcode TQ13 9DW are married or in a civil partnership. This percentage is higher than than the rate for England & Wales, where 44.7% of the population are married or in civil partnerships, a difference of 22.6%.
Marriage Rates Uncovered
54.8%
22.6%Percentage of people in TQ13 9DW 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
In the TQ13 9DW area, 13% of the population is made up of children aged 15 and under, compared to 17.3% across England. At the upper end of the age scale, 35.6 percent are 65 and above, including those at retirement age. This compares to 25.6% at regional level, and 21.8% across the country who are aged 65 and above, a difference of 63.3% when compared to England as a whole.
This difference in percentage of retirees could be due to proximity to retirement communities, healthcare facilities, proximity to family and social connections nearby.
35.6%
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
The 2021 Census indicates that 23.8% of households within the TQ13 9DW postcode area are comprised of single occupants. This is higher than compared to the rate across England & Wales, with a difference of 85.9% relative to the national percentage, which is 12.8% for single-person households.
23.8%
85.9%Percentage of TQ13 9DW households that contain a single person.
1 Data used for this page show statistics based on output area (OA - E00102352), a best-fit lookup between this postcode (TQ13 9DW) 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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