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People & Demographics
A1000, Welwyn, Hertfordshire AL6 9FG
AL6 9FG
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 AL6 9FG.
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 AL6 9FG postcode area (closest match to OA output area) is, 205 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.
AL6 9FG has a population density in line with the regional average of 331.4 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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Category | AL6 9FG* | East of England | England & Wales |
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* Contains values based on ONS output area rather than postcode, and calculated as a best-fit model.
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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 AL6 9FG are married?
According to the 2021 Census, 50.7% of the population in the postcode AL6 9FG are married or in a civil partnership. This is higher than when compared to the overall rate across England & Wales, which stands at 44.7%, a difference of 13.4%.
Marriage Rates Uncovered
50.7%
13.4%Percentage of people in AL6 9FG who are married.
Category | AL6 9FG* | East of England | England & Wales |
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Total | 270 | 5,148,282 | 46,006,957 |
Never married | 74 (27.4%) | 1,791,650 (34.8%) | 17,450,122 (37.9%) |
Married or civil partnership | 137 (50.7%) | 2,429,227 (47.2%) | 20,561,642 (44.7%) |
Married | 133 (49.3%) | 2,419,645 (47.0%) | 20,464,074 (44.5%) |
Married: Opposite sex | 133 (49.3%) | 2,407,966 (46.8%) | 20,336,565 (44.2%) |
Married: Same sex | 0 (0.0%) | 11,679 (0.2%) | 127,509 (0.3%) |
Civil partnership | 4 (1.5%) | 9,582 (0.2%) | 97,568 (0.2%) |
Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0 (0.0%) | 3,470 (0.1%) | 34,067 (0.1%) |
Civil partnership: Same sex | 4 (1.5%) | 6,112 (0.1%) | 63,501 (0.1%) |
Separated | 8 (3.0%) | 113,455 (2.2%) | 1,033,518 (2.2%) |
Separated but married | 8 (3.0%) | 112,791 (2.2%) | 1,025,977 (2.2%) |
Separated but in a civil partnership | 0 (0.0%) | 664 (0.0%) | 7,541 (0.0%) |
Dissolved | 38 (14.1%) | 490,720 (9.5%) | 4,171,639 (9.1%) |
Divorced | 38 (14.1%) | 489,726 (9.5%) | 4,160,359 (9.0%) |
Civil partnership dissolved | 0 (0.0%) | 994 (0.0%) | 11,280 (0.0%) |
Widowed or surviving civil partnership partner | 13 (4.8%) | 323,230 (6.3%) | 2,790,036 (6.1%) |
Widowed | 13 (4.8%) | 322,831 (6.3%) | 2,785,998 (6.1%) |
Surviving partner from civil partnership | 0 (0.0%) | 399 (0.0%) | 4,038 (0.0%) |
* Contains values based on ONS output area rather than postcode, and calculated as a best-fit model.
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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 AL6 9FG, children under 16 constitute 18.3% of the population, compared to 17.3% across England. On the senior side of the spectrum, 23.4% are 65 or older, encompassing the retirement-age group.
This is largely in line with the rest of the country.
23.4%
Percentage of the population aged 65 and older
Category | AL6 9FG* | East of England | England & Wales |
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Total | 335 | 6,335,075 | 56,490,048 |
< 4 yrs | 20 (6.0%) | 349,144 (5.5%) | 3,076,950 (5.4%) |
5 to 9 yrs | 23 (6.9%) | 380,618 (6.0%) | 3,348,700 (5.9%) |
10 to 14 yrs | 18 (5.4%) | 385,077 (6.1%) | 3,413,327 (6.0%) |
15 to 19 yrs | 10 (3.0%) | 343,034 (5.4%) | 3,218,893 (5.7%) |
20 to 24 yrs | 16 (4.8%) | 342,373 (5.4%) | 3,414,452 (6.0%) |
25 to 29 yrs | 25 (7.5%) | 387,940 (6.1%) | 3,715,280 (6.6%) |
30 to 34 yrs | 12 (3.6%) | 424,411 (6.7%) | 3,952,585 (7.0%) |
35 to 39 yrs | 18 (5.4%) | 417,896 (6.6%) | 3,795,388 (6.7%) |
40 to 44 yrs | 26 (7.8%) | 405,843 (6.4%) | 3,580,406 (6.3%) |
45 to 49 yrs | 24 (7.2%) | 410,811 (6.5%) | 3,602,644 (6.4%) |
50 to 54 yrs | 32 (9.6%) | 442,832 (7.0%) | 3,907,753 (6.9%) |
55 to 59 yrs | 25 (7.5%) | 432,496 (6.8%) | 3,806,369 (6.7%) |
60 to 64 yrs | 21 (6.3%) | 369,476 (5.8%) | 3,255,998 (5.8%) |
65 to 69 yrs | 16 (4.8%) | 319,222 (5.0%) | 2,767,496 (4.9%) |
70 to 74 yrs | 17 (5.1%) | 335,984 (5.3%) | 2,796,647 (5.0%) |
75 to 79 yrs | 11 (3.3%) | 246,562 (3.9%) | 2,038,774 (3.6%) |
80 to 84 yrs | 13 (3.9%) | 171,263 (2.7%) | 1,426,085 (2.5%) |
85 yrs + | 8 (2.4%) | 170,093 (2.7%) | 1,372,301 (2.4%) |
* Contains values based on ONS output area rather than postcode, and calculated as a best-fit model.
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 19.1% of households within the AL6 9FG postcode area are comprised of single occupants. This is higher than compared to the rate across England & Wales, with a difference of 49.2% relative to the national percentage, which is 12.8% for single-person households.
19.1%
49.2%Percentage of AL6 9FG households that contain a single person.
Category | AL6 9FG* | East of England | England & Wales |
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Total | 141 | 2,628,778 | 23,436,086 |
1 person | 45 (31.9%) | 759,808 (28.9%) | 7,052,229 (30.1%) |
1 person: Aged 66+ | 27 (19.1%) | 347,326 (13.2%) | 3,001,789 (12.8%) |
1 person: Other | 18 (12.8%) | 412,482 (15.7%) | 4,050,440 (17.3%) |
Single family | 89 (63.1%) | 1,714,480 (65.2%) | 14,762,923 (63.0%) |
Single family: All 66+ | 14 (9.9%) | 272,511 (10.4%) | 2,145,278 (9.2%) |
Single family: Married couple | 48 (34.0%) | 848,252 (32.3%) | 7,129,794 (30.4%) |
Single family married: No children | 12 (8.5%) | 287,375 (10.9%) | 2,440,210 (10.4%) |
Single family married: Dependent children | 21 (14.9%) | 406,526 (15.5%) | 3,375,402 (14.4%) |
Single family married: Non-dependent children | 15 (10.6%) | 154,351 (5.9%) | 1,314,182 (5.6%) |
Single family cohabiting | 15 (10.6%) | 309,554 (11.8%) | 2,708,979 (11.6%) |
Single family cohabiting: No children | 3 (2.1%) | 164,306 (6.3%) | 1,486,961 (6.3%) |
Single family cohabiting: dependent children | 10 (7.1%) | 125,253 (4.8%) | 1,053,001 (4.5%) |
Single family cohabiting: children non-dependent | 2 (1.4%) | 19,995 (0.8%) | 169,017 (0.7%) |
Single family lone parent | 11 (7.8%) | 268,439 (10.2%) | 2,594,901 (11.1%) |
Single family lone parent: dependent children | 8 (5.7%) | 166,653 (6.3%) | 1,617,076 (6.9%) |
Single family lone parent: children non-dependent | 3 (2.1%) | 101,786 (3.9%) | 977,825 (4.2%) |
Single family other | 1 (0.7%) | 15,724 (0.6%) | 183,971 (0.8%) |
Single family other household: Other | 1 (0.7%) | 15,724 (0.6%) | 183,971 (0.8%) |
Other types | 7 (5.0%) | 154,490 (5.9%) | 1,620,934 (6.9%) |
Other with dependent children | 3 (2.1%) | 63,676 (2.4%) | 630,340 (2.7%) |
Other inc students and all aged 66+ | 4 (2.8%) | 90,814 (3.5%) | 990,594 (4.2%) |
* Contains values based on ONS output area rather than postcode, and calculated as a best-fit model.
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1 Data used for this page show statistics based on output area (OA - E00121711), a best-fit lookup between this postcode (AL6 9FG) 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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