Woking population and census data

Census 2021 population data for the borough of Woking.

The census takes place every 10 years. It provides a picture of all the people and households in England and Wales. Census 2021 took place on 21 March 2021. 

Census 2021 – Woking data

Woking has an estimated population of 103,900. This is an increase of 4.8% (99,200) since the previous census in 2011.

There was an increase of 2 years of the average (median) age of Woking. This has increased from 38 to 40 years old.

There was an increase of just under 2,000 of the number of people aged 50 to 64. This is an increase of 11.3%.

There was a decrease of just under 1,000 in the number of residents aged 4 years and under. This is a decrease of 14.6%.

Compare how life has changed in Woking – Census 2021

Census 2021 data topics

You can also explore Census 2021 data down to a local authority and neighbourhood level for topics including:

  • age
  • country of birth
  • disability
  • ethnicity
  • health
  • gender identity
  • migration
  • occupation
  • religion

View the Woking borough Census maps data topics – Census 2021

Census 2021 profiles

You can create your own profile using Census 2021 data for local areas such as:

  • neighbourhood
  • ward
  • local authority
  • parliamentary constituency, or an area of interest

Build a custom area profile – Census 2021