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People & Demographics
TQ7 2JBSouth Hams
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 TQ7 2JB.
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 TQ7 2JB neighbourhood (closest match to OA output area) is 349 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.
TQ7 2JB has a population density in line with the regional average of 239.2 people per km2, as recorded in the Census 2021. This balance suggests a well-rounded area that offers a nice mix of space and convenience. Residents can likely enjoy access to local amenities, public transport, and community resources without feeling overly crowded or isolated. Such areas often appeal to a broad range of people, from families seeking a friendly neighbourhood to professionals who value a balance between work and leisure.
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Category | TQ7 2JB* | South West | England & Wales |
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* Contains values based on ONS output area rather than postcode, and calculated as a best-fit model.
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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 TQ7 2JB are married?
The 2021 Census indicates that 60.5% of individuals in the postcode TQ7 2JB 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 35.3%.
Marriage Rates Uncovered
60.5%
35.3%Percentage of people in TQ7 2JB who are married.
Category | TQ7 2JB* | South West | England & Wales |
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Total | 215 | 4,735,840 | 46,006,957 |
Never married | 32 (14.9%) | 1,641,415 (34.7%) | 17,450,122 (37.9%) |
Married or civil partnership | 130 (60.5%) | 2,203,234 (46.5%) | 20,561,642 (44.7%) |
Married | 130 (60.5%) | 2,192,574 (46.3%) | 20,464,074 (44.5%) |
Married: Opposite sex | 130 (60.5%) | 2,179,876 (46.0%) | 20,336,565 (44.2%) |
Married: Same sex | 0 (0.0%) | 12,698 (0.3%) | 127,509 (0.3%) |
Civil partnership | 0 (0.0%) | 10,660 (0.2%) | 97,568 (0.2%) |
Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0 (0.0%) | 3,528 (0.1%) | 34,067 (0.1%) |
Civil partnership: Same sex | 0 (0.0%) | 7,132 (0.2%) | 63,501 (0.1%) |
Separated | 5 (2.3%) | 99,960 (2.1%) | 1,033,518 (2.2%) |
Separated but married | 5 (2.3%) | 99,224 (2.1%) | 1,025,977 (2.2%) |
Separated but in a civil partnership | 0 (0.0%) | 736 (0.0%) | 7,541 (0.0%) |
Dissolved | 25 (11.6%) | 478,079 (10.1%) | 4,171,639 (9.1%) |
Divorced | 25 (11.6%) | 476,871 (10.1%) | 4,160,359 (9.0%) |
Civil partnership dissolved | 0 (0.0%) | 1,208 (0.0%) | 11,280 (0.0%) |
Widowed or surviving civil partnership partner | 23 (10.7%) | 313,152 (6.6%) | 2,790,036 (6.1%) |
Widowed | 22 (10.2%) | 312,673 (6.6%) | 2,785,998 (6.1%) |
Surviving partner from civil partnership | 1 (0.5%) | 479 (0.0%) | 4,038 (0.0%) |
* Contains values based on ONS output area rather than postcode, and calculated as a best-fit model.
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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 TQ7 2JB postcode, 10.7% of the population consists of children aged 15 and under, compared with 17.3% across the whole of England. At the other end of the age spectrum, 50.1% are aged 65 or older, which includes 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.
50.1%
Percentage of the population aged 65 and older
Category | TQ7 2JB* | South West | England & Wales |
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Total | 241 | 5,701,184 | 56,490,048 |
< 4 yrs | 7 (2.9%) | 274,446 (4.8%) | 3,076,950 (5.4%) |
5 to 9 yrs | 9 (3.7%) | 311,072 (5.5%) | 3,348,700 (5.9%) |
10 to 14 yrs | 10 (4.1%) | 319,626 (5.6%) | 3,413,327 (6.0%) |
15 to 19 yrs | 3 (1.2%) | 313,641 (5.5%) | 3,218,893 (5.7%) |
20 to 24 yrs | 5 (2.1%) | 332,200 (5.8%) | 3,414,452 (6.0%) |
25 to 29 yrs | 5 (2.1%) | 332,171 (5.8%) | 3,715,280 (6.6%) |
30 to 34 yrs | 3 (1.2%) | 355,940 (6.2%) | 3,952,585 (7.0%) |
35 to 39 yrs | 8 (3.3%) | 344,040 (6.0%) | 3,795,388 (6.7%) |
40 to 44 yrs | 8 (3.3%) | 329,473 (5.8%) | 3,580,406 (6.3%) |
45 to 49 yrs | 9 (3.7%) | 349,267 (6.1%) | 3,602,644 (6.4%) |
50 to 54 yrs | 9 (3.7%) | 397,216 (7.0%) | 3,907,753 (6.9%) |
55 to 59 yrs | 22 (9.1%) | 406,858 (7.1%) | 3,806,369 (6.7%) |
60 to 64 yrs | 11 (4.6%) | 361,602 (6.3%) | 3,255,998 (5.8%) |
65 to 69 yrs | 22 (9.1%) | 323,775 (5.7%) | 2,767,496 (4.9%) |
70 to 74 yrs | 36 (14.9%) | 342,899 (6.0%) | 2,796,647 (5.0%) |
75 to 79 yrs | 30 (12.4%) | 256,315 (4.5%) | 2,038,774 (3.6%) |
80 to 84 yrs | 22 (9.1%) | 174,316 (3.1%) | 1,426,085 (2.5%) |
85 yrs + | 22 (9.1%) | 176,327 (3.1%) | 1,372,301 (2.4%) |
* Contains values based on ONS output area rather than postcode, and calculated as a best-fit model.
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 Census 2021 figures show that 29.5% of households in the TQ7 2JB area are single-person households. This percentage is higher than compared to the overall figure for England & Wales, with a variation of 130.5% compared to the national average of 12.8%.
29.5%
130.5%Percentage of TQ7 2JB households that contain a single person.
Category | TQ7 2JB* | South West | England & Wales |
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Total | 122 | 2,448,881 | 23,436,086 |
1 person | 41 (33.6%) | 741,323 (30.3%) | 7,052,229 (30.1%) |
1 person: Aged 66+ | 36 (29.5%) | 356,329 (14.6%) | 3,001,789 (12.8%) |
1 person: Other | 5 (4.1%) | 384,994 (15.7%) | 4,050,440 (17.3%) |
Single family | 76 (62.3%) | 1,556,311 (63.6%) | 14,762,923 (63.0%) |
Single family: All 66+ | 41 (33.6%) | 284,123 (11.6%) | 2,145,278 (9.2%) |
Single family: Married couple | 25 (20.5%) | 747,034 (30.5%) | 7,129,794 (30.4%) |
Single family married: No children | 16 (13.1%) | 288,960 (11.8%) | 2,440,210 (10.4%) |
Single family married: Dependent children | 8 (6.6%) | 328,880 (13.4%) | 3,375,402 (14.4%) |
Single family married: Non-dependent children | 1 (0.8%) | 129,194 (5.3%) | 1,314,182 (5.6%) |
Single family cohabiting | 5 (4.1%) | 288,505 (11.8%) | 2,708,979 (11.6%) |
Single family cohabiting: No children | 3 (2.5%) | 163,957 (6.7%) | 1,486,961 (6.3%) |
Single family cohabiting: dependent children | 2 (1.6%) | 108,519 (4.4%) | 1,053,001 (4.5%) |
Single family cohabiting: children non-dependent | 0 (0.0%) | 16,029 (0.7%) | 169,017 (0.7%) |
Single family lone parent | 5 (4.1%) | 223,832 (9.1%) | 2,594,901 (11.1%) |
Single family lone parent: dependent children | 1 (0.8%) | 138,453 (5.7%) | 1,617,076 (6.9%) |
Single family lone parent: children non-dependent | 4 (3.3%) | 85,379 (3.5%) | 977,825 (4.2%) |
Single family other | 0 (0.0%) | 12,817 (0.5%) | 183,971 (0.8%) |
Single family other household: Other | 0 (0.0%) | 12,817 (0.5%) | 183,971 (0.8%) |
Other types | 5 (4.1%) | 151,247 (6.2%) | 1,620,934 (6.9%) |
Other with dependent children | 0 (0.0%) | 46,913 (1.9%) | 630,340 (2.7%) |
Other inc students and all aged 66+ | 5 (4.1%) | 104,334 (4.3%) | 990,594 (4.2%) |
* Contains values based on ONS output area rather than postcode, and calculated as a best-fit model.
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1 Data used for this page show statistics based on output area (OA - E00102205), a best-fit lookup between this postcode (TQ7 2JB) 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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