2011 Census

The first release of the 2011 Census population and household estimates for Charnwood were published, showing the following results: 

• The population had increased by 8.2% from the last Census in 2001.
• 2011 Census population estimate of usual residents is 166,100
• 66,500 Household spaces are occupied by at least one usual resident

This first release of data is rounded to the nearest 100 and is for Charnwood as a whole, data for wards and parishes can be found by going to the Neighbourhood Statistics website. Further information on the 2011 Census is available at www.ons.gov.uk/census

• 2011 Census Data - Charnwood First Release (PDF Document, 0.1 Mb)

The Census benefits

• A census counts everybody and describes society.

• A census collects and shares facts about the population's ever-changing characteristics.

• A census is one of the main ways of accurately measuring change across the whole population.

• The census provides a detailed map of the population, including different ages, sexes and ethnic groups.

• The information will help to ensure that the local services that people rely on, such as transport, housing, schools and hospitals, can be provided where they are needed.

• The information helps central and local government ensure that all areas receive the funding owed.