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People & Demographics
TQ9 5ZRSouth 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 TQ9 5ZR.
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 TQ9 5ZR neighbourhood (closest match to OA output area) is 1,235 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.
The neighbourhood around TQ9 5ZR 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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416Population Density.
Category | TQ9 5ZR* | 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 TQ9 5ZR are married?
According to the 2021 Census, 36.5% of the population in the postcode TQ9 5ZR are married or in a civil partnership. This is lower than when compared to the overall rate across England & Wales, which stands at 44.7%, a difference of -18.3%.
Marriage Rates Uncovered
36.5%
-18.3%Percentage of people in TQ9 5ZR who are married.
Category | TQ9 5ZR* | South West | England & Wales |
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Total | 271 | 4,735,840 | 46,006,957 |
Never married | 121 (44.6%) | 1,641,415 (34.7%) | 17,450,122 (37.9%) |
Married or civil partnership | 99 (36.5%) | 2,203,234 (46.5%) | 20,561,642 (44.7%) |
Married | 99 (36.5%) | 2,192,574 (46.3%) | 20,464,074 (44.5%) |
Married: Opposite sex | 97 (35.8%) | 2,179,876 (46.0%) | 20,336,565 (44.2%) |
Married: Same sex | 2 (0.7%) | 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 | 4 (1.5%) | 99,960 (2.1%) | 1,033,518 (2.2%) |
Separated but married | 4 (1.5%) | 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 | 34 (12.5%) | 478,079 (10.1%) | 4,171,639 (9.1%) |
Divorced | 34 (12.5%) | 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 | 13 (4.8%) | 313,152 (6.6%) | 2,790,036 (6.1%) |
Widowed | 13 (4.8%) | 312,673 (6.6%) | 2,785,998 (6.1%) |
Surviving partner from civil partnership | 0 (0.0%) | 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
Children aged 15 and under represent 18.9% of those living in TQ9 5ZR, compared to 17.3 percent across the country. On the higher end of the age scale, 22.7% of the population are 65 and above, which includes those at retirement age.
This is largely in line with the rest of the country.
22.7%
Percentage of the population aged 65 and older
Category | TQ9 5ZR* | South West | England & Wales |
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Total | 338 | 5,701,184 | 56,490,048 |
< 4 yrs | 18 (5.3%) | 274,446 (4.8%) | 3,076,950 (5.4%) |
5 to 9 yrs | 25 (7.4%) | 311,072 (5.5%) | 3,348,700 (5.9%) |
10 to 14 yrs | 21 (6.2%) | 319,626 (5.6%) | 3,413,327 (6.0%) |
15 to 19 yrs | 24 (7.1%) | 313,641 (5.5%) | 3,218,893 (5.7%) |
20 to 24 yrs | 18 (5.3%) | 332,200 (5.8%) | 3,414,452 (6.0%) |
25 to 29 yrs | 13 (3.8%) | 332,171 (5.8%) | 3,715,280 (6.6%) |
30 to 34 yrs | 18 (5.3%) | 355,940 (6.2%) | 3,952,585 (7.0%) |
35 to 39 yrs | 21 (6.2%) | 344,040 (6.0%) | 3,795,388 (6.7%) |
40 to 44 yrs | 23 (6.8%) | 329,473 (5.8%) | 3,580,406 (6.3%) |
45 to 49 yrs | 19 (5.6%) | 349,267 (6.1%) | 3,602,644 (6.4%) |
50 to 54 yrs | 32 (9.5%) | 397,216 (7.0%) | 3,907,753 (6.9%) |
55 to 59 yrs | 23 (6.8%) | 406,858 (7.1%) | 3,806,369 (6.7%) |
60 to 64 yrs | 17 (5.0%) | 361,602 (6.3%) | 3,255,998 (5.8%) |
65 to 69 yrs | 19 (5.6%) | 323,775 (5.7%) | 2,767,496 (4.9%) |
70 to 74 yrs | 21 (6.2%) | 342,899 (6.0%) | 2,796,647 (5.0%) |
75 to 79 yrs | 17 (5.0%) | 256,315 (4.5%) | 2,038,774 (3.6%) |
80 to 84 yrs | 3 (0.9%) | 174,316 (3.1%) | 1,426,085 (2.5%) |
85 yrs + | 6 (1.8%) | 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 2021 Census data shows that 14.5% of households in the postcode TQ9 5ZR are single-person dwellings. This is higher than in comparison to the England & Wales average, with a difference of 13.3% from the national level, where 12.8% of households are single-occupant homes.
14.5%
13.3%Percentage of TQ9 5ZR households that contain a single person.
Category | TQ9 5ZR* | South West | England & Wales |
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Total | 138 | 2,448,881 | 23,436,086 |
1 person | 37 (26.8%) | 741,323 (30.3%) | 7,052,229 (30.1%) |
1 person: Aged 66+ | 20 (14.5%) | 356,329 (14.6%) | 3,001,789 (12.8%) |
1 person: Other | 17 (12.3%) | 384,994 (15.7%) | 4,050,440 (17.3%) |
Single family | 89 (64.5%) | 1,556,311 (63.6%) | 14,762,923 (63.0%) |
Single family: All 66+ | 10 (7.2%) | 284,123 (11.6%) | 2,145,278 (9.2%) |
Single family: Married couple | 35 (25.4%) | 747,034 (30.5%) | 7,129,794 (30.4%) |
Single family married: No children | 5 (3.6%) | 288,960 (11.8%) | 2,440,210 (10.4%) |
Single family married: Dependent children | 19 (13.8%) | 328,880 (13.4%) | 3,375,402 (14.4%) |
Single family married: Non-dependent children | 11 (8.0%) | 129,194 (5.3%) | 1,314,182 (5.6%) |
Single family cohabiting | 23 (16.7%) | 288,505 (11.8%) | 2,708,979 (11.6%) |
Single family cohabiting: No children | 8 (5.8%) | 163,957 (6.7%) | 1,486,961 (6.3%) |
Single family cohabiting: dependent children | 12 (8.7%) | 108,519 (4.4%) | 1,053,001 (4.5%) |
Single family cohabiting: children non-dependent | 3 (2.2%) | 16,029 (0.7%) | 169,017 (0.7%) |
Single family lone parent | 19 (13.8%) | 223,832 (9.1%) | 2,594,901 (11.1%) |
Single family lone parent: dependent children | 12 (8.7%) | 138,453 (5.7%) | 1,617,076 (6.9%) |
Single family lone parent: children non-dependent | 7 (5.1%) | 85,379 (3.5%) | 977,825 (4.2%) |
Single family other | 2 (1.4%) | 12,817 (0.5%) | 183,971 (0.8%) |
Single family other household: Other | 2 (1.4%) | 12,817 (0.5%) | 183,971 (0.8%) |
Other types | 12 (8.7%) | 151,247 (6.2%) | 1,620,934 (6.9%) |
Other with dependent children | 3 (2.2%) | 46,913 (1.9%) | 630,340 (2.7%) |
Other inc students and all aged 66+ | 9 (6.5%) | 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 - E00102216), a best-fit lookup between this postcode (TQ9 5ZR) 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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