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People & Demographics
LU6 2WZCentral Bedfordshire
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 LU6 2WZ.
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
The Census 2021 reports a population density of 3,835 people per square kilometre for this area (closest match to OA output area). This figure highlights how concentrated the population is within the neighbourhood, helping to evaluate its overall spaciousness or density.
The LU6 2WZ neighbourhood has a population density much higher than the regional average of 331.4 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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1057Population 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 LU6 2WZ are married?
As per Census 2021, 28.7% of people in the postcode LU6 2WZ are married or in a civil partnership. This figure is lower than than the marriage rate across England & Wales, which is 44.7%, representing a difference of -35.8%.
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28.7%
-35.8%Percentage of people in LU6 2WZ 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
14.2% of the residents in LU6 2WZ are children who are 15 years old or younger, compared to 17.3% across the whole of England. On the senior side of the spectrum, 9.9% are 65 or older, encompassing the retirement-age group.
This is a significant difference, which could be due to a low stock of smaller properties, or lack of access to healthcare facilities nearby.
9.9%
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
Census data from 2021 shows that 18.4% of the households in the postcode LU6 2WZ are single-person homes. This figure is higher than than the average across England & Wales, marking a difference of 43.8% compared to the nationwide statistic, where 12.8% of households are occupied by one person.
18.4%
43.8%Percentage of LU6 2WZ households that contain a single person.
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1 Data used for this page show statistics based on output area (OA - E00177107), a best-fit lookup between this postcode (LU6 2WZ) 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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