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People & Demographics
Cyril Road, Bexleyheath, Bexley, Greater London
DA7 4PPBexley
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 DA7 4PP.
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 6,616 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 DA7 4PP area. This number is a key indicator of how densely or sparsely the community is populated.
DA7 4PP has a population density in line with the regional average of 5597.6 people per km2, as recorded in the Census 2021. This balance suggests a well-rounded area that offers a nice mix of space and convenience. Residents can likely enjoy access to local amenities, public transport, and community resources without feeling overly crowded or isolated. Such areas often appeal to a broad range of people, from families seeking a friendly neighbourhood to professionals who value a balance between work and leisure.
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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 DA7 4PP are married?
The 2021 Census reports that 55.8% of residents in the postcode DA7 4PP 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 24.8%.
Marriage Rates Uncovered
55.8%
24.8%Percentage of people in DA7 4PP 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 postcode DA7 4PP, children under 16 constitute 19.3% of the population, compared to 17.3% across England. At the elder end of the age spectrum, 23 percent are 65 years or older, including retirees.
This is largely in line with the rest of the country.
23%
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 indicates that 10.8% of households within the DA7 4PP postcode area are comprised of single occupants. This is lower than compared to the rate across England & Wales, with a difference of -15.6% relative to the national percentage, which is 12.8% for single-person households.
10.8%
-15.6%Percentage of DA7 4PP households that contain a single person.
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1 Data used for this page show statistics based on output area (OA - E00001729), a best-fit lookup between this postcode (DA7 4PP) 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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