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How the population has changed in Lewisham

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

Total population 305,309 people

The total population in Lewisham fell compared with 2019.

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Population density 8,687 people per sq km

The population density in Lewisham is higher than the United Kingdom as a whole.

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Median age 36 years

The average age in Lewisham 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 Lewisham

In 2020, Lewisham was the 14th largest local authority in London, with a total population of 305,309. A decrease compared with 2019.

Population of local authorities in London

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

Population density in Lewisham

In 2020, the population density in Lewisham was 8,687 people per square kilometre, which was more 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 Lewisham

In 2020, the median age in Lewisham 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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