Characteristics
Geography: Edexcel A Level, topic 6.7.2
Ethnicity and Demography of Sturton-le-Steeple
The majority of people are White British and there has only been a small population growth (because of retirees moving in) since 2001.
Population characteristics
- According to the 2011 census, the village has a population of just over 500 people.
- In terms of ethnicity, over 92% of the population of the Ward is White British.
- There has been a small population growth since 2001, particularly in the 65 and over age group.
- An increase of 6% over the 10 year period.
- The proportion of children under 15 has fallen by 2% in the same time period.
Sturton Ward population vs England
- The population of Sturton Ward is slightly more dominated by females than the national average, with 51.3% compared to 50.8%.
- The age distribution of Sturton Ward's population is slightly shifted towards the elderly.
- This is seen in the fact that 20.8% of the population is retired, compared to the country-wide figure of 13.7%.
The Socio-economics of Sturton-le-Steeple
Quality of life in Sturton-le-Steeple is high, and many people own their own house. Unemployment is low.
Indicators of deprivation
- Over 82% of the total population of Sturton Ward described their overall health in the 2011 census as Very Good or Good (England average is 81%).
- Only 6.5% believe their day-to-day activities are limited a lot by either a long-term health problem or disability (England average is 8.3%).
- All indicators of households of deprivation in Sturton Ward are noticeably lower in comparison to the levels experienced across England.
Housing
- Detached and semi-detached houses dominate the housing types in Sturton, with the former being twice the average of the country.
- Some of the detached houses are farm-houses, though there are significant numbers of more modern buildings.
- The proportion of owner-occupied housing is larger than the national average by 18% which suggests that personal incomes are generally higher than elsewhere.
Employment
- The majority of working-age adults (over 55%) are in full-time employment, with almost 20% in self-employment.
- A further 19% are in part-time work.
- Unemployment is very low.
Test yourself on Characteristics
What percentage increase has there been from 2001-2011 in the number of people over the age of 65 in Sturton-le-Steeple?
What percentage of working-age adults are in full-time employment?