Population data and analysis

2021 Census data

The population of Royal Greenwich increased by 13.6% between the 2011 and 2021 Censuses. This was an increase from 254,557 people to around 289,100 people. 

Find out how the borough has changed in 10 years

2011 Census

Download the general population analysis from 2011 for: 

• each of the 17 wards in Royal Greenwich
• the whole borough
• how it compares with London

Ward profiles

There are two sets of ward profiles. The first set uses data from the 2011 census for a comprehensive overview of the wards. 

The second set provides information from 2020 from a variety of sources including: 

• Acorn CACI datasets (©1979 – 2020 CACI Limited)
• Nomis
• StatXplor
• the Department for Education (DfE)

Current official data

You can find more up-to-date demographic data from:  

• GLA Datastore for data on London
• the Office for National Statistics (ONS) for the census and other national data
• NomisWeb for population data
• Greenwich Observatory for data on the borough 

Specific population analysis

This section provides a range of analyses related to Royal Greenwich's population make-up. These include: 

• migration patterns
• population estimates and projections
• research identifying new communities

Language, ethnicity and religion

Royal Greenwich has a rich mix of diversity and multiculturalism with over 90 different languages spoken.  

We have analysed datasets to understand the borough's ethnic, language and religious profile.

Housing analysis

There are over 100,000 homes in Royal Greenwich. This means it is important to understand the characteristics of residents who live across a range of household types and tenures.  

We have analysed trends between household types and the socio-economic characteristics of residents.

Transport analysis

Royal Greenwich has strategic transport hubs that connect it to the rest of London and the south-east. These include: 

• Woolwich Arsenal
• the Emirates Air Line at North Greenwich
• two Crossrail stations in Abbey Wood and Woolwich 

We have analysed transport data across the borough, including the commuting patterns of residents.

Economy and employment

Greenwich Local Labour and Business (GLLaB) has helped over 25,000 people into work since it began. It continues to improve access to employment for Royal Greenwich residents.

Find out more about GLLaB

You can find a range of economic analyses including: 

• employment and unemployment rates
• Jobseekers Allowance claimants
• employment projections