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People & Demographics
CV8 3ZPCoventry
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 CV8 3ZP.
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
This area, as mapped by the Census 2021 (closest OA output area), has a population density of 10,000 people per square kilometre. This value helps determine whether the area feels tightly packed or more expansive.
The CV8 3ZP neighbourhood has a population density much higher than the regional average of 457.8 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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2084Population 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 CV8 3ZP are married?
According to the 2021 Census, 1.5% of the population in the postcode CV8 3ZP are married or in a civil partnership. This is lower than when compared to the overall rate across England & Wales, which stands at 44.7%, a difference of -96.6%.
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1.5%
-96.6%Percentage of people in CV8 3ZP 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 CV8 3ZP postcode, 1.8% of the population consists of children aged 15 and under, compared with 17.3% across the whole of England. On the opposite end of the age range, 0.3% are 65 or older, which encompasses those of retirement age.
This is a significant difference, which could be due to a low stock of smaller properties, or lack of access to healthcare facilities nearby.
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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 1.7% of households in the postcode CV8 3ZP are single-person dwellings. This is lower than in comparison to the England & Wales average, with a difference of -86.7% from the national level, where 12.8% of households are single-occupant homes.
1.7%
-86.7%Percentage of CV8 3ZP households that contain a single person.
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1 Data used for this page show statistics based on output area (OA - E00185090), a best-fit lookup between this postcode (CV8 3ZP) 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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