Census population profiles, 1981 to 2021

London

London (E12000007) is a region in England. The region's population of 8,799,800 at the time of the 2021 census made it the 2nd largest in England. London saw a population increase of 7.7% from 2011.


Demographic data for London

Population

8,799,800
people in 2021
2nd largest of 9 regions in England

10 year change

+7.7%
more people than 2011
3rd largest increase of 9 regions in England

Change since 1981

  • London
  • England and Wales
+33%
1981
2021

Density

5,598
people per square km
1st densest of 9 regions in England

Age profile

  • London
  • England and Wales
0 years
85+

Sex

  • London
  • England and Wales
Female 51%51%
Male 49%49%