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People & Demographics
High Street, Langford, Biggleswade, Beds
SG18 9RRCentral 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 SG18 9RR.
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
According to Census 2021, the population density of the SG18 9RR neighbourhood (closest match to OA output area) is 700 people per square kilometre. This statistic provides a clear picture of how many residents share each square kilometre, offering valuable insight into the area's level of urbanisation and living conditions.
SG18 9RR 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.
0%
111Population 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 SG18 9RR are married?
Data from the 2021 Census shows that 56.5% of the population in the postcode SG18 9RR are either married or in a civil partnership. This is higher than when compared to the national rate for England & Wales, which is 44.7%, showing a variance of 26.4%.
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56.5%
26.4%Percentage of people in SG18 9RR 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 SG18 9RR area, 9.5% of the population is made up of children aged 15 and under, compared to 17.3% across England. At the upper end of the age scale, 29.8 percent are 65 and above, including those at retirement age. This compares to 22.7% at regional level, and 21.8% across the country who are aged 65 and above, a difference of 36.7% when compared to England as a whole.
This difference in percentage of retirees could be due to proximity to retirement communities, healthcare facilities, proximity to family and social connections nearby.
29.8%
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 data indicates that 11.6% of households within the postcode SG18 9RR consist of one person living alone. This rate is lower than across England & Wales, differing by -9.4% from the national proportion, which stands at 12.8% single-person households.
11.6%
-9.4%Percentage of SG18 9RR households that contain a single person.
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1 Data used for this page show statistics based on output area (OA - E00087947), a best-fit lookup between this postcode (SG18 9RR) 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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