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How the population has changed in Westminster

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

Total population 269,848 people

The total population in Westminster rose compared with 2019.

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Population density 12,561 people per sq km

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

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Median age 36 years

The average age in Westminster 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 Westminster

In 2020, Westminster was the 20th largest local authority in London, with a total population of 269,848. 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 Westminster

In 2020, the population density in Westminster was 12,561 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 Westminster

In 2020, the median age in Westminster 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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