Southwark Demographic
Latest official statistics for Southwark
Southwark is a vibrant and densely populated district typical of major urban centers in London, home to 314,786 residents with a density of 10,901 people per km². The area has seen growth in line with the national average of 9.0% over the last decade, and features a very young population, with a median age of 33.6 years (-7.1 above) the UK average.
Population314,786▲ 1,301 (0.4%)
Area29 km²
Density10,901
Median Age33.6-7.1 on UK avg age
Female163,11451.8%
Male151,67248.2%
Births3,2241.0%
Deaths1,3670.4%
Source: Office for National Statistics (ONS) – Mid-2024 population estimates for UK local authorities.
Population growth over 10 years: ▲ 9.0%
Religion share in Southwark
Ethnic official statistics in Southwark
| Ethnic | Share |
|---|---|
White | 51.5% |
Black | 25.1% |
Asian | 9.9% |
Mixed | 7.2% |
Other Group | 6.3% |
| Total | 100% |
Civil Status latest data in Southwark
| Status | Share |
|---|---|
Never Married | 59.9% |
Married | 27% |
Divorced | 7.4% |
Widowed | 2.9% |
Separated | 2.8% |
| Total | 100% |
Tenure distribution in Southwark
| Tenure | Share |
|---|---|
Social Rented | 39.7% |
Owns | 28.9% |
Private Rented | 28.7% |
Shared Ownership | 2.4% |
Rent Free | 0.3% |
| Total | 100% |
Disability distribution in Southwark
| Disability | Share |
|---|---|
Not Disabled | 82.4% |
Disabled Limited | 9.4% |
Disabled Lot | 8.2% |
| Total | 100% |