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People & Demographics
BS15 2HQSouth Gloucestershire
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 BS15 2HQ.
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
Data from the Census 2021 reveals that the population density here (based on the closest OA output area) is 6,101 people per square kilometre. This measurement helps to illustrate how populated or open this locality is, offering a snapshot of its residential character.
The BS15 2HQ neighbourhood has a population density much higher than the regional average of 239.2 people per km2, making it one of the most densely populated areas in the region. This is typical of urban hubs where housing, amenities, and services are tightly packed, creating a vibrant, fast-paced environment. People living here can benefit from unparalleled convenience - everything from shops and schools to public transport is on the doorstep. However, such high density can bring challenges including limited green spaces, higher noise levels, and potential congestion.
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2451Population 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 BS15 2HQ are married?
The 2021 Census indicates that 59.7% of individuals in the postcode BS15 2HQ are married or in a civil partnership. This figure is higher than compared to the England & Wales average, where the marriage and civil partnership rate is 44.7%, a difference of 33.6%.
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59.7%
33.6%Percentage of people in BS15 2HQ 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 BS15 2HQ includes 15.7% of children aged 15 and below, compared to 17.3 percent across the whole of England. On the opposite end of the age range, 29.8% 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.
29.8%
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
According to Census 2021, 7.9% of households in the postcode BS15 2HQ are single-person households. This figure is lower than than the average across England & Wales, with a difference of -38.3% compared to the national average, where 12.8% of households consist of just one person.
7.9%
-38.3%Percentage of BS15 2HQ households that contain a single person.
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1 Data used for this page show statistics based on output area (OA - E00075809), a best-fit lookup between this postcode (BS15 2HQ) 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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