Census population profiles, 1981 to 2021

Preston

Preston (E07000123) is a local authority district in Lancashire. The district's population of 147,900 at the time of the 2021 census made it the 153rd largest in England and Wales. Preston saw a population increase of 5.5% from 2011.


Demographic data for Preston

Population

147,900
people in 2021
153rd largest of 331 districts in England and Wales

10 year change

+5.5%
more people than 2011
176th largest increase of 331 districts in England and Wales

Change since 1981

  • Preston
  • England and Wales
+19%
1981
2021

Density

1,039
people per square km
137th densest of 331 districts in England and Wales

Age profile

  • Preston
  • England and Wales
0 years
85+

Sex

  • Preston
  • England and Wales
Female 50%51%
Male 50%49%

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