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People & Demographics
Maple Avenue, Fleetwood, Wyre, Lancashire
FY7 7PRWyre
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 FY7 7PR.
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
According to Census 2021, the population density of the FY7 7PR neighbourhood (closest match to OA output area) is 3,620 people per square kilometre. This statistic provides a clear picture of how many residents share each square kilometre, offering valuable insight into the area's level of urbanisation and living conditions.
The neighbourhood around FY7 7PR has a population density between 200% and 600% higher than the regional average of 525.8 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.
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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 FY7 7PR are married?
The 2021 Census indicates that 28.9% of individuals in the postcode FY7 7PR are married or in a civil partnership. This figure is lower than compared to the England & Wales average, where the marriage and civil partnership rate is 44.7%, a difference of -35.3%.
Marriage Rates Uncovered
28.9%
-35.3%Percentage of people in FY7 7PR 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
Children aged 15 and under represent 22.6% of those living in FY7 7PR, compared to 17.3 percent across the country. On the higher end of the age scale, 23.3% of the population are 65 and above, which includes those at retirement age.
This is largely in line with the rest of the country.
23.3%
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 data shows that 19.5% of households in the postcode FY7 7PR are single-person dwellings. This is higher than in comparison to the England & Wales average, with a difference of 52.3% from the national level, where 12.8% of households are single-occupant homes.
19.5%
52.3%Percentage of FY7 7PR households that contain a single person.
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1 Data used for this page show statistics based on output area (OA - E00129817), a best-fit lookup between this postcode (FY7 7PR) 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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