Waltham Forest Demographic
Latest official statistics for Waltham Forest
Waltham Forest is a vibrant and densely populated district typical of major urban centers in London, home to 279,737 residents with a density of 7,208 people per km². The area has seen growth in line with the national average of 7.7% over the last decade, and features a young demographic, with a median age of 36.3 years (-4.4 above) the UK average.
Population279,737▲ 1,231 (0.4%)
Area39 km²
Density7,208
Median Age36.3-4.4 on UK avg age
Female143,16951.2%
Male136,56848.8%
Births3,9931.4%
Deaths1,4880.5%
Source: Office for National Statistics (ONS) – Mid-2024 population estimates for UK local authorities.
Population growth over 10 years: ▲ 7.7%
Religion share in Waltham Forest
Ethnic official statistics in Waltham Forest
| Ethnic | Share |
|---|---|
White | 52.8% |
Asian | 19.9% |
Black | 15% |
Mixed | 6.5% |
Other Group | 5.8% |
| Total | 100% |
Civil Status latest data in Waltham Forest
| Status | Share |
|---|---|
Never Married | 46.8% |
Married | 39.6% |
Divorced | 7.4% |
Widowed | 3.8% |
Separated | 2.4% |
| Total | 100% |
Tenure distribution in Waltham Forest
| Tenure | Share |
|---|---|
Owns | 48.9% |
Private Rented | 27.8% |
Social Rented | 21.5% |
Shared Ownership | 1.7% |
Rent Free | 0.1% |
| Total | 100% |
Disability distribution in Waltham Forest
| Disability | Share |
|---|---|
Not Disabled | 83.3% |
Disabled Limited | 9% |
Disabled Lot | 7.7% |
| Total | 100% |