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People & Demographics
High Street, Baldock, Hertfordshire
SG7 5NNNorth Hertfordshire
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 SG7 5NN.
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 SG7 5NN (closest OA output area) is 909 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.
SG7 5NN 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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174Population 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 SG7 5NN are married?
The 2021 Census data indicates that 54.5% of people living in the postcode SG7 5NN are either married or in a civil partnership. This rate is higher than than the overall figure for England & Wales, differing by 21.9% from the national rate of 44.7%.
Marriage Rates Uncovered
54.5%
21.9%Percentage of people in SG7 5NN 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
Within SG7 5NN, children who are 15 years old or younger make up 17% of the total population, compared to 17.3% across England. Conversely, 32% of the population are 65 years or older, falling within the retirement age bracket.
This difference in percentage of retirees could be due to proximity to retirement communities, healthcare facilities, proximity to family and social connections nearby.
32%
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 2021 reveals that 19.6% of households in the SG7 5NN postcode are single-person homes. This percentage is higher than compared to the figure for England & Wales, showing a difference of 53.1% from the nationwide average, where 12.8% of households are single-person.
19.6%
53.1%Percentage of SG7 5NN households that contain a single person.
1 Data used for this page show statistics based on output area (OA - E00119786), a best-fit lookup between this postcode (SG7 5NN) 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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