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Armed Forces Service
Kent Mews, Bingley, Bradford, West Yorkshire
BD16 4PYBradford
This section highlights the presence of military veterans and their households within the BD16 4PY neighbourhood area. Discover how many people have served in the UK Armed Forces (Royal Navy, Army, RAF) and the households they belong to. This analysis can offer valuable insights into the local ties to military service, reflecting the contributions made by those who have served our nation.
Previously Served in Forces
Previously Served in Forces tracks the number of people in a given population who have previously served in the armed forces. This data includes those who have completed their military service and returned to civilian life, offering insights into the veteran population's distribution. It is used to assess the needs and demographics of veterans, supporting policy development and community services for them.
ARMED FORCES
This MSOA district has 3.3% of its population who have previously been members of the regular or reserve armed forces.
With a national average of 2.9%13.8% higher.
This may be due to a combination of the proximity of military bases, affordable housing, veteran healthcare facilities, or community support programmes that cater specifically for armed forces personnel, and family connections where other former service members reside.
3.3%
13.8%Percentage of people in BD16 4PY who have been in the armed forces.
FAQs
Number in Household who have Served
Number who Have Previously Served provides data on the count of individuals in a given population who have previously served in the armed forces. It helps to quantify the veteran population and is valuable for understanding their distribution across regions. This information is used to inform government policies, veteran services, and community support programs.
Forces families
Census 2021 statistics reveal that 6.7% of households in BD16 4PY have at least one resident who has served in the UK armed forces. This is compared to 6.7% throughout England and Wales.
Postcodes such as BD16 4PY that contain a lower percentage of households with someone who has served in the UK armed forces is likely in an area with less historical or geographical connection to the military, such as urban centres or regions without nearby military bases. The population may also be younger or more transient, with fewer residents having a background in military service.
6.7%
-92.8%Percentage of households in BD16 4PY with people who have served in the forces.
1 Data used for this page show statistics based on output area (OA - E00053428), a best-fit lookup between this postcode (BD16 4PY) 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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