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People & Demographics
Hindley Cl, Fulwood, Preston, Lancashire PR2 9UG UK
PR2 9UGPreston
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 PR2 9UG.
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
Census 2021 data indicates that the population density of PR2 9UG (closest OA output area) is 1,383 people per square kilometre. This statistic provides an essential perspective on how populated the neighbourhood is, offering clues about its residential layout and space availability.
PR2 9UG has a population density notably higher than the regional average based on Census 2021 data. This level of population density is typical of more urbanised locations, where housing is packed closer together, and amenities like shops, schools, and transport are often within walking distance. The area is likely to have a vibrant community with plenty of activity.
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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 PR2 9UG are married?
As per Census 2021, 53.3% of people in the postcode PR2 9UG are married or in a civil partnership. This figure is higher than than the marriage rate across England & Wales, which is 44.7%, representing a difference of 19.2%.
Marriage Rates Uncovered
53.3%
19.2%Percentage of people in PR2 9UG 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
18.5% of the residents in PR2 9UG are children who are 15 years old or younger, compared to 17.3% across the whole of England. In contrast, 15.6% are aged 65 and up, which includes individuals at 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.
15.6%
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 6.9% of the households in the postcode PR2 9UG are single-person homes. This figure is lower than than the average across England & Wales, marking a difference of -46.1% compared to the nationwide statistic, where 12.8% of households are occupied by one person.
6.9%
-46.1%Percentage of PR2 9UG households that contain a single person.
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1 Data used for this page show statistics based on output area (OA - E00128180), a best-fit lookup between this postcode (PR2 9UG) 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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