Census population profiles, 1981 to 2021

England and Wales

The population of England and Wales (K04000001) was 59,597,300 at the time of the 2021 census, an increase of 6.3% from 2011.

Demographic data for England and Wales

Population

59,597,300
people in 2021

10 year change

+6.3%
more people than 2011

Change since 1981

    +23%
    1981
    2021

    Density

    395
    people per square km

    Age profile

      0 years
      85+

      Sex

      Female 51%
      Male 49%

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