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Armed Forces Service
Shapley Way, Liverton, Newton Abbot, Teignbridge, Devon
TQ12 6PNTeignbridge
This section highlights the presence of military veterans and their households within the TQ12 6PN neighbourhood area. Discover how many people have served in the UK Armed Forces (Royal Navy, Army, RAF) and the households they belong to. This analysis can offer valuable insights into the local ties to military service, reflecting the contributions made by those who have served our nation.
Previously Served in Forces
Previously Served in Forces tracks the number of people in a given population who have previously served in the armed forces. This data includes those who have completed their military service and returned to civilian life, offering insights into the veteran population's distribution. It is used to assess the needs and demographics of veterans, supporting policy development and community services for them.
ARMED FORCES
The MSOA region sees 5.3% of its population with prior service in the regular or reserve armed forces.
This rate is 82.8% higher than the national average of 2.9%
This may be due to a combination of the proximity of military bases, affordable housing, veteran healthcare facilities, or community support programmes that cater specifically for armed forces personnel, and family connections where other former service members reside.
5.3%
82.8%Percentage of people in TQ12 6PN who have been in the armed forces.
FAQs
Number in Household who have Served
Number who Have Previously Served provides data on the count of individuals in a given population who have previously served in the armed forces. It helps to quantify the veteran population and is valuable for understanding their distribution across regions. This information is used to inform government policies, veteran services, and community support programs.
Forces families
The 2021 Census shows that 11% of households in TQ12 6PN include at least one individual with UK armed forces service. This compares to 6.7% across England and Wales.
Postcodes such as TQ12 6PN that contain a higher percentage of households with someone who has served in the UK armed forces is likely near a military base or in an area with a strong military tradition. This could also reflect a community with a historical connection to the armed forces, where military service is common, leading to a higher concentration of veterans compared to the national average.
11%
-88.2%Percentage of households in TQ12 6PN with people who have served in the forces.
1 Data used for this page show statistics based on output area (OA - E00102500), a best-fit lookup between this postcode (TQ12 6PN) 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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