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How the population has changed in the City of London

Demographic trends in the City of London and other local authorities within the UK from 2002 to 2020
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the City of London's demographics, 2020:

Total population 10,938 people

The total population in the City of London rose compared with 2019.

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Population density 3,785 people per sq km

The population density in the City of London is higher than the United Kingdom as a whole.

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Median age 36 years

The average age in the City of London is younger than the United Kingdom as a whole.

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This is a demo article. The numbers are based on official ONS mid-year population estimates, but may not be presented accurately.

Total population in the City of London

In 2020, the City of London was the 33rd largest local authority in London, with a total population of 10,938. An increase compared with 2019.

Population of local authorities in London

Number of usual residents, 2002-2020
Source: Office for National Statistics

Population density in the City of London

In 2020, the population density in the City of London was 3,785 people per square kilometre, which was less than London (5,727), and more than the United Kingdom as a whole (276).

Densest local authorities in London

Population density in people per sq km, 2020
Source: Office for National Statistics

Median age in the City of London

In 2020, the median age in the City of London was 36 years, which was the same as London (36 years), and younger than the United Kingdom as a whole (41 years).

Oldest local authorities in London

Median age in years, 2020
Source: Office for National Statistics

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