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How the population has changed in Newham

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

Total population 355,266 people

The total population in Newham rose compared with 2019.

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Population density 9,815 people per sq km

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

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Median age 33 years

The average age in Newham 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 Newham

In 2020, Newham was the third largest local authority in London, with a total population of 355,266. 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 Newham

In 2020, the population density in Newham was 9,815 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 Newham

In 2020, the median age in Newham was 33 years, which was younger than 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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