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People & Demographics
Sheffield Road, Sheepbridge, Chesterfield
S41 9DXChesterfield
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 S41 9DX.
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 tells us that the population density of the S41 9DX postcode area (closest match to OA output area) is, 148 people per square kilometre. This figure represents the number of residents living in each square kilometre, which offers insight into how crowded or spacious the neighbourhood is.
S41 9DX has a population density that's lower than the regional average of 312.4 people per km2, based on Census 2021 data. This lower density often can indicate a quieter and less crowded environment, with more space per household and a more relaxed pace of life. While there may still be access to essential amenities and community resources, the reduced density could mean fewer nearby services and longer journeys for some activities such as communiting.
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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 S41 9DX are married?
Census 2021 reveals that 42.3% of residents in the postcode S41 9DX are either married or in a civil partnership. This is lower than compared to the national average across England & Wales, which is 44.7%, a variance of -5.4%.
Marriage Rates Uncovered
42.3%
-5.4%Percentage of people in S41 9DX 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
Children aged 15 and under form 13.4% of the population in the S41 9DX area, compared to 17.3% across the rest of England. At the senior end of the spectrum, 29.7% are aged 65 or older, including those who have reached 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.
29.7%
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 8.6% of the households in the postcode S41 9DX are single-person homes. This figure is lower than than the average across England & Wales, marking a difference of -32.8% compared to the nationwide statistic, where 12.8% of households are occupied by one person.
8.6%
-32.8%Percentage of S41 9DX households that contain a single person.
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1 Data used for this page show statistics based on output area (OA - E00098997), a best-fit lookup between this postcode (S41 9DX) 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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