We have collated a series of socio-economic statistics for Grand Union Canal in Slough from UK government sources such as the 2021 Census and the Index of Multiple Deprivation. They should give you a broad snapshot of the area and the surrounding locations. Are the residents of Grand Union Canal older than the national average or younger? What is the population of Grand Union Canal and Slough? Is Grand Union Canal an unemployment hotspot? This page should provide you with the answers.
Grand Union Canal Education Statistics
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 census to found of the level of education Grand Union Canal residents have in terms of formal qualifications as a percentage. The UK government breaks qualifications down into 7 levels. A detailed explanation of these levels can be found here. However, the Census groups these into just 4 \'levels\'. Here are some examples of the qualifications each census level represents when not stated;
- Level 1 - GCSE grades D, E, F, or G & below
- Level 2 - GCSE A*, A, B, C or O Level grades A, B or C
- Level 3 - A or AS qualification at any grade
- Level 4 - HNC, Bachelors Degree, Masters Degree or Phd
| Level | Central | England |
|---|---|---|
| No Qualifications | 19.69% | 18.08% |
| Level 1 | 9.64% | 9.69% |
| Level 2 | 9.54% | 13.32% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.27% | 5.32% |
| Level 3 | 11.62% | 16.92% |
| Level 4 | 40.37% | 33.92% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Grand Union Canal Age Distribution Statistics
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 Census and the calculated the proportion of age groups in Central.| Age Band | Proportion |
|---|---|
| 4 & under |  |
| 5 - 9 years | |
| 10 - 15 years | |
| 16 - 19 years | |
| 20 - 24 years | |
| 25 - 34 years | |
| 35 - 49 years | |
| 50 - 64 years | |
| 65 - 74 years | |
| 75 - 84 years | |
| 85 years & over | |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
How many residents own or rent their home in Grand Union Canal and Slough
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 census and calculated what proportion of people in Grand Union Canal either own or rent their home. All percentages have been rounded to two decimal places. 31.89 of residents own their home either outright or mortgaged. 68.11 of Grand Union Canal residents rent their home either privately or through a social landlord.| Area | Owned | Rented |
|---|---|---|
| Central (Slough) | 31.89% | 68.11% |
| Slough | 48.45% | 51.55% |
| South East | 65.66% | 34.34% |
| England | 61.31% | 38.69% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Grand Union Canal has a significantly lower level of home ownership than the national average. This is indicative or an economically deprived area.
Grand Union Canal compared to other wards in Slough
| # | Ward | Owned | Rented |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Upton (Slough) | 64.47% | 35.53% |
| 2 | Cippenham Green | 62.37% | 37.63% |
| 3 | Langley St Mary's | 60.69% | 39.31% |
| 4 | Haymill and Lynch Hill | 56.76% | 43.24% |
| 5 | Farnham | 51.7% | 48.3% |
| 6 | Baylis and Stoke | 50.38% | 49.62% |
| 7 | Wexham Lea | 50.12% | 49.88% |
| 8 | Cippenham Meadows | 48.51% | 51.49% |
| 9 | Langley Kedermister | 48.31% | 51.69% |
| 10 | Colnbrook with Poyle | 46.2% | 53.8% |
| 11 | Britwell and Northborough | 42.52% | 57.48% |
| 12 | Elliman | 38.13% | 61.87% |
| 13 | Chalvey | 36.69% | 63.31% |
| 14 | Foxborough | 35.82% | 64.18% |
| 15 | Central (Slough) | 31.89% | 68.11% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Grand Union Canal & Slough Immigration Statistics
We have analysed the Census 2021 raw data on country of birth and compiled immigration statistics as percentages of the population. All percentages have been rounded to two decimal places. Below are the figures for Grand Union Canal in the Slough local area district.
| Area | Born in UK | Born outside UK |
|---|---|---|
| Central (Slough) | 41.06% | 58.94% |
| Slough | 56.03% | 43.97% |
| South East | 84.24% | 15.76% |
| England | 82.65% | 17.35% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Grand Union Canal compared to other wards in Slough
| # | Ward | Born in UK | Born outside UK |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Central | 41.06% | 58.94% |
| 2 | Chalvey | 47.01% | 52.99% |
| 3 | Elliman | 49.35% | 50.65% |
| 4 | Farnham | 50.62% | 49.38% |
| 5 | Upton | 54.34% | 45.66% |
| 6 | Wexham Lea | 54.49% | 45.51% |
| 7 | Baylis and Stoke | 55.27% | 44.73% |
| 8 | Cippenham Meadows | 56.91% | 43.09% |
| 9 | Langley Kedermister | 58.52% | 41.48% |
| 10 | Colnbrook with Poyle | 58.77% | 41.23% |
| 11 | Foxborough | 60.17% | 39.83% |
| 12 | Langley St Mary's | 60.64% | 39.36% |
| 13 | Britwell and Northborough | 65.62% | 34.38% |
| 14 | Cippenham Green | 66.56% | 33.44% |
| 15 | Haymill and Lynch Hill | 70.06% | 29.94% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Grand Union Canal Health Statistics
Central has more residents (very_good_pc-$country_health->very_good_pc, 2)%) describing their health as very good than the national average for England.| Area | VG | G | F | B | VB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central (Slough) | 53.18% | 34.04% | 9.75% | 2.38% | 0.65% |
| Slough | 51.7% | 33.95% | 10.6% | 2.92% | 0.83% |
| South East | 49.98% | 34.01% | 11.77% | 3.31% | 0.93% |
| England | 48.49% | 33.71% | 12.65% | 3.98% | 1.17% |
VG = Very Good, G = Good, F = Fair, B = Bad & VB = Very Bad
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
How has the health of residents in Slough changed since 2011?
Slough residents who describe their health as either good or very good has increased by 1.76% between the 2011 and 2021 census.| Year | VG | G | F | B | VB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 47.9% | 35.99% | 11.62% | 3.5% | 0.99% |
| 2021 | 51.7% | 33.95% | 10.6% | 2.92% | 0.83% |
VG = Very Good, G = Good, F = Fair, B = Bad & VB = Very Bad
Source: Census 2011/2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Grand Union Canal Unemployment Statistics
Since the introduction of Universal Credit, The Department for Work & Pensions have not issued any statistics (in our view) that can be used to ascertain the levels of unemployment or under employment in the UK, just meaningless geographic counts. However, the Office of National Statistics does publish claimant counts of people receiving out of work benefits, be that legacy Jobseeker’s Allowance or Universal Credit as a proportion of people over 16. These figures are usually updated once a month and are for Local Authority Districts and Unitary Authority Districts. So below are the figures of Slough.| Area | Unemployed | Yearly Change |
|---|---|---|
| Slough | 4.7% | -0.6% |
| South East | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| England | 3.8% | -0.3% |
| UK | 3.7% | -0.3% |
Source: Office for National Statistics (ONS), Last Retrieved: March 2023
| Economic Status | Proportion |
|---|---|
| In Employment | 62.55% |
| In Part-Time Work | 23.61% |
| Unemployed | 7.12% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
What are the occupations of the residents of Grand Union Canal?
The largest employment sector in Grand Union Canal is Professional Occupations. The smallest employment sector is Administrative & Secretarial.| Sector | Proportion |
|---|---|
| Professional Occupations | 21.82% |
| Elementary Occupations | 18.06% |
| Associate Professional & Technical | 10.27% |
| Process Plant & Machine Operatives | 9.21% |
| Caring, leisure & Other Services | 9% |
| Managers, Directors & Senior Officials | 8.33% |
| Skilled Trades | 8.15% |
| Administrative & Secretarial | 7.08% |
What is the population of Grand Union Canal and Slough?
The table below contains the populations figures for each ward in Slough including Grand Union Canal. These population ONS figures are estimated are dated Mid 2020.
| Ward | Population |
|---|---|
| Baylis and Stoke | 9701 |
| Britwell and Northborough | 10686 |
| Central | 11482 |
| Chalvey | 13183 |
| Cippenham Green | 9969 |
| Cippenham Meadows | 11891 |
| Colnbrook with Poyle | 6588 |
| Elliman | 10435 |
| Farnham | 10988 |
| Foxborough | 3724 |
| Haymill and Lynch Hill | 9525 |
| Langley Kedermister | 10355 |
| Langley St Mary's | 11157 |
| Upton | 9305 |
| Wexham Lea | 10588 |
| Slough Total | 149577 |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Last updated: 20/02/2024, Additional Sources: Office for National Statistics & Department for Work & Pensions.
