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People & Demographics
Seaway Cl, Torquay, Torbay TQ2 6PY
TQ2 6PYTorbay
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 TQ2 6PY.
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
The Census 2021 reports a population density of 1,135 people per square kilometre for this area (closest match to OA output area). This figure highlights how concentrated the population is within the neighbourhood, helping to evaluate its overall spaciousness or density.
The neighbourhood around TQ2 6PY has a population density between 200% and 600% higher than the regional average of 239.2 people per km2, as shown in Census 2021 data. This increase in density indicates a highly urbanised area, characterised by dense housing, bustling streets, and plenty of local amenities such as shops, schools, and public transport options. Such areas often attract individuals seeking convenience and community activities.
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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 TQ2 6PY are married?
As per Census 2021, 61.6% of people in the postcode TQ2 6PY are married or in a civil partnership. This figure is higher than than the marriage rate across England & Wales, which is 44.7%, representing a difference of 37.8%.
Marriage Rates Uncovered
61.6%
37.8%Percentage of people in TQ2 6PY 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
TQ2 6PY's demographic includes 7.4% of individuals who are 15 years old or younger, compared to 17.3% across England. Conversely, 43.6% 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.
43.6%
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 10.6% of households within the postcode TQ2 6PY consist of one person living alone. This rate is lower than across England & Wales, differing by -17.2% from the national proportion, which stands at 12.8% single-person households.
10.6%
-17.2%Percentage of TQ2 6PY households that contain a single person.
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1 Data used for this page show statistics based on output area (OA - E00076855), a best-fit lookup between this postcode (TQ2 6PY) 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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