Derby Demographic
Latest official statistics for Derby
Derby is a vibrant and densely populated district typical of major urban centers in East Midlands, home to 274,149 residents with a density of 3,514 people per km². The area has seen growth in line with the national average of 10.1% over the last decade, and features a young demographic, with a median age of 37.4 years (-3.3 above) the UK average.
Population274,149▲ 4,246 (1.6%)
Area78 km²
Density3,514
Median Age37.4-3.3 on UK avg age
Female137,34750.1%
Male136,80249.9%
Births2,8981.1%
Deaths2,5010.9%
Source: Office for National Statistics (ONS) – Mid-2024 population estimates for UK local authorities.
Population growth over 10 years: ▲ 10.1%
Religion share in Derby
Ethnic official statistics in Derby
| Ethnic | Share |
|---|---|
White | 73.8% |
Asian | 15.6% |
Black | 4% |
Mixed | 3.7% |
Other Group | 2.9% |
| Total | 100% |
Civil Status latest data in Derby
| Status | Share |
|---|---|
Married | 42.7% |
Never Married | 40% |
Divorced | 8.9% |
Widowed | 6.1% |
Separated | 2.3% |
| Total | 100% |
Tenure distribution in Derby
| Tenure | Share |
|---|---|
Owns | 59% |
Private Rented | 21.3% |
Social Rented | 18.8% |
Shared Ownership | 0.7% |
Rent Free | 0.2% |
| Total | 100% |
Disability distribution in Derby
| Disability | Share |
|---|---|
Not Disabled | 80.1% |
Disabled Limited | 11.1% |
Disabled Lot | 8.8% |
| Total | 100% |