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People & Demographics
Waldock Meadow, Stotfold, Hitchin, Central Bedfordshire, Central Bedfordshire
SG5 4TACentral 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 SG5 4TA.
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
This area, as mapped by the Census 2021 (closest OA output area), has a population density of 534 people per square kilometre. This value helps determine whether the area feels tightly packed or more expansive.
Postcode SG5 4TA has a population density that's slightly higher than the regional average of 331.4 people per km2. This suggests a moderately bustling area, with closer housing, a lively community of people, and convenient access to shops, schools, and transport links. The increased density can create a vibrant and well-connected atmosphere, however it may also mean higher demand for resources and slightly less personal space compared to quieter postcode areas.
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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 SG5 4TA are married?
The 2021 Census indicates that 65.2% of individuals in the postcode SG5 4TA are married or in a civil partnership. This figure is higher than compared to the England & Wales average, where the marriage and civil partnership rate is 44.7%, a difference of 45.9%.
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65.2%
45.9%Percentage of people in SG5 4TA 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 represent 15.7% of those living in SG5 4TA, compared to 17.3 percent across the country. On the higher end of the age scale, 30.3% of the population are 65 and above, which includes those at 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.
30.3%
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 shows that 13.5% of households in the postcode SG5 4TA are single-person dwellings. This is higher than in comparison to the England & Wales average, with a difference of 5.5% from the national level, where 12.8% of households are single-occupant homes.
13.5%
5.5%Percentage of SG5 4TA households that contain a single person.
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1 Data used for this page show statistics based on output area (OA - E00088107), a best-fit lookup between this postcode (SG5 4TA) 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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