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People & Demographics
The Grange, Rothwell, Wakefield, West Yorkshire WF3 3TR
WF3 3TRLeeds
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 WF3 3TR.
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
Based on Census 2021 data, this neighbourhood around WF3 3TR has a population density of 683 people per square kilometre. This metric is a useful way to gauge how populated or open the neighbourhood is in comparison to others.
Postcode WF3 3TR has a population density that's slightly higher than the regional average of 355.8 people per km2. This suggests a moderately bustling area, with closer housing, a lively community of people, and convenient access to shops, schools, and transport links. The increased density can create a vibrant and well-connected atmosphere, however it may also mean higher demand for resources and slightly less personal space compared to quieter postcode areas.
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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 WF3 3TR are married?
Census 2021 reveals that 55.9% of residents in the postcode WF3 3TR are either married or in a civil partnership. This is higher than compared to the national average across England & Wales, which is 44.7%, a variance of 25.1%.
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55.9%
25.1%Percentage of people in WF3 3TR 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
In the WF3 3TR area, 19% of the population is made up of children aged 15 and under, compared to 17.3% across England. On the senior side of the spectrum, 22.9% are 65 or older, encompassing the retirement-age group.
This is largely in line with the rest of the country.
22.9%
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 indicates that 16.5% of households within the WF3 3TR postcode area are comprised of single occupants. This is higher than compared to the rate across England & Wales, with a difference of 28.9% relative to the national percentage, which is 12.8% for single-person households.
16.5%
28.9%Percentage of WF3 3TR households that contain a single person.
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1 Data used for this page show statistics based on output area (OA - E00058640), a best-fit lookup between this postcode (WF3 3TR) 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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