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People & Demographics
Matte Street, Walsall, West Midlands
WS3 1FSWalsall
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 WS3 1FS.
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 718 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 WS3 1FS area. This number is a key indicator of how densely or sparsely the community is populated.
Postcode WS3 1FS has a population density that's slightly higher than the regional average of 457.8 people per km2. This suggests a moderately bustling area, with closer housing, a lively community of people, and convenient access to shops, schools, and transport links. The increased density can create a vibrant and well-connected atmosphere, however it may also mean higher demand for resources and slightly less personal space compared to quieter postcode areas.
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57Population 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 WS3 1FS are married?
The 2021 Census reports that 44.9% of residents in the postcode WS3 1FS are either married or in a civil partnership. This rate is higher than than the overall figure for England & Wales, which is 44.7%, a difference of 0.4%.
Marriage Rates Uncovered
44.9%
0.4%Percentage of people in WS3 1FS 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 WS3 1FS area, 25.1% of the population is made up of children aged 15 and under, compared to 17.3% across England. Meanwhile, 14.9% of residents are aged 65 or older, covering those who are of retirement age. This compares to 21.8% across England & Wales.
This is a significant difference, which could be due to a low stock of smaller properties, or lack of access to healthcare facilities nearby.
14.9%
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 5.7% of households in the WS3 1FS postcode consist of just one person. This is lower than when compared to England & Wales as a whole, with a variance of -55.5% from the national average, where 12.8% are single-person households.
5.7%
-55.5%Percentage of WS3 1FS households that contain a single person.
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1 Data used for this page show statistics based on output area (OA - E00051940), a best-fit lookup between this postcode (WS3 1FS) 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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