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People & Demographics
WS9 0GSWalsall
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 WS9 0GS.
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 identifies the population density of this area (closest match to OA output area) as 6,461 people per square kilometre. This detail sheds light on the area's living density, revealing whether it feels bustling or more spacious.
The WS9 0GS neighbourhood has a population density much higher than the regional average of 457.8 people per km2, making it one of the most densely populated areas in the region. This is typical of urban hubs where housing, amenities, and services are tightly packed, creating a vibrant, fast-paced environment. People living here can benefit from unparalleled convenience - everything from shops and schools to public transport is on the doorstep. However, such high density can bring challenges including limited green spaces, higher noise levels, and potential congestion.
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1311Population Density.
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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 WS9 0GS are married?
Data from the 2021 Census shows that 30.2% of the population in the postcode WS9 0GS are either married or in a civil partnership. This is lower than when compared to the national rate for England & Wales, which is 44.7%, showing a variance of -32.4%.
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30.2%
-32.4%Percentage of people in WS9 0GS 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
Children aged 15 and under form 6.9% of the population in the WS9 0GS area, compared to 17.3% across the rest of England. On the senior side of the spectrum, 48.7% are 65 or older, encompassing the retirement-age group.
This difference in percentage of retirees could be due to proximity to retirement communities, healthcare facilities, proximity to family and social connections nearby.
48.7%
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 52.6% of households within the postcode WS9 0GS consist of one person living alone. This rate is higher than across England & Wales, differing by 310.9% from the national proportion, which stands at 12.8% single-person households.
52.6%
310.9%Percentage of WS9 0GS households that contain a single person.
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1 Data used for this page show statistics based on output area (OA - E00051794), a best-fit lookup between this postcode (WS9 0GS) 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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