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People & Demographics
WS9 0YJWalsall
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 0YJ.
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 282 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.
WS9 0YJ has a population density in line with the regional average of 457.8 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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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 0YJ are married?
As per Census 2021, 63.1% of people in the postcode WS9 0YJ 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 41.2%.
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63.1%
41.2%Percentage of people in WS9 0YJ 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 13.1% of the population in the WS9 0YJ area, compared to 17.3% across the rest of England. At the upper end of the age scale, 33.3 percent are 65 and above, including those at retirement age. This compares to 21.9% at regional level, and 21.8% across the country who are aged 65 and above, a difference of 52.8% when compared to England as a whole.
This difference in percentage of retirees could be due to proximity to retirement communities, healthcare facilities, proximity to family and social connections nearby.
33.3%
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
Based on Census 2021 data, 12.8% of households in the WS9 0YJ postcode are made up of a single occupant. This is roughly the same as when compared to the overall data for England & Wales, with a difference of 0.0% relative to the national figure, where 12.8% of households are composed of a single person.
12.8%
0.0%Percentage of WS9 0YJ households that contain a single person.
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1 Data used for this page show statistics based on output area (OA - E00168275), a best-fit lookup between this postcode (WS9 0YJ) 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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