We have collated a series of socio-economic statistics for Sherford in South Hams 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 Sherford older than the national average or younger? What is the population of Sherford and South Hams? Is Sherford an unemployment hotspot? This page should provide you with the answers.
What are the occupations of the residents of Sherford?
The largest employment sector in Sherford is Managers, Directors & Senior Officials. The smallest employment sector is Process Plant & Machine Operatives.| Sector | Proportion |
|---|---|
| Managers, Directors & Senior Officials | 21.78% |
| Skilled Trades | 18.53% |
| Professional Occupations | 17.6% |
| Associate Professional & Technical | 11.47% |
| Elementary Occupations | 7.98% |
| Administrative & Secretarial | 7.29% |
| Caring, leisure & Other Services | 6.28% |
| Process Plant & Machine Operatives | 2.87% |
Sherford Education Statistics
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 census to found of the level of education Sherford 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 | Allington & Strete | England |
|---|---|---|
| No Qualifications | 13.89% | 18.08% |
| Level 1 | 9.55% | 9.69% |
| Level 2 | 13.78% | 13.32% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.85% | 5.32% |
| Level 3 | 17.04% | 16.92% |
| Level 4 | 38.8% | 33.92% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Sherford & South Hams 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 Sherford in the South Hams local area district.
Sherford has a lower rate of immigrants than South Hams, the South West region and England as a whole.| Area | Born in UK | Born outside UK |
|---|---|---|
| Allington & Strete | 94.62% | 5.38% |
| South Hams | 93.75% | 6.25% |
| South West | 89.8% | 10.2% |
| England | 82.65% | 17.35% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Sherford compared to other wards in South Hams
| # | Ward | Born in UK | Born outside UK |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Totnes | 90.61% | 9.39% |
| 2 | Dartington & Staverton | 90.92% | 9.08% |
| 3 | Woolwell | 91.71% | 8.29% |
| 4 | West Dart | 91.82% | 8.18% |
| 5 | Dartmouth & East Dart | 92.64% | 7.36% |
| 6 | South Brent | 93.14% | 6.86% |
| 7 | Ermington & Ugborough | 93.46% | 6.54% |
| 8 | Charterlands | 93.7% | 6.3% |
| 9 | Kingsbridge | 94.08% | 5.92% |
| 10 | Blackawton & Stoke Fleming | 94.34% | 5.66% |
| 11 | Newton & Yealmpton | 94.4% | 5.6% |
| 12 | Allington & Strete | 94.62% | 5.38% |
| 13 | Salcombe & Thurlestone | 94.8% | 5.2% |
| 14 | Marldon & Littlehempston | 95.06% | 4.94% |
| 15 | Loddiswell & Aveton Gifford | 95.09% | 4.91% |
| 16 | Ivybridge East | 95.11% | 4.89% |
| 17 | Wembury & Brixton | 95.14% | 4.86% |
| 18 | Stokenham | 95.5% | 4.5% |
| 19 | Bickleigh & Cornwood | 95.52% | 4.48% |
| 20 | Ivybridge West | 95.6% | 4.4% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Sherford 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 South Hams.| Area | Unemployed | Yearly Change |
|---|---|---|
| South Hams | 1.8% | -0.6% |
| South West | 2.5% | -0.4% |
| 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 | 49.24% |
| In Part-Time Work | 37.27% |
| Unemployed | 3.28% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
How many residents own or rent their home in Sherford and South Hams
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 census and calculated what proportion of people in Sherford either own or rent their home. All percentages have been rounded to two decimal places. 73.53 of residents own their home either outright or mortgaged. 26.47 of Sherford residents rent their home either privately or through a social landlord.| Area | Owned | Rented |
|---|---|---|
| Allington & Strete | 73.53% | 26.47% |
| South Hams | 70.46% | 29.54% |
| South West | 65.88% | 34.12% |
| England | 61.31% | 38.69% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Sherford has a significantly higher level of home ownership than the national average. This is indicative or an economically wealthy area.
Sherford compared to other wards in South Hams
| # | Ward | Owned | Rented |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marldon & Littlehempston | 80.06% | 19.94% |
| 2 | Stokenham | 79.33% | 20.67% |
| 3 | Wembury & Brixton | 77.89% | 22.11% |
| 4 | Woolwell | 75.93% | 24.07% |
| 5 | Ermington & Ugborough | 75.53% | 24.47% |
| 6 | Ivybridge East | 75.34% | 24.66% |
| 7 | Ivybridge West | 74.28% | 25.72% |
| 8 | Bickleigh & Cornwood | 73.78% | 26.22% |
| 9 | West Dart | 73.61% | 26.39% |
| 10 | Allington & Strete | 73.53% | 26.47% |
| 11 | Charterlands | 71.95% | 28.05% |
| 12 | Loddiswell & Aveton Gifford | 71.95% | 28.05% |
| 13 | Dartington & Staverton | 71.93% | 28.07% |
| 14 | Blackawton & Stoke Fleming | 71.84% | 28.16% |
| 15 | South Brent | 71.19% | 28.81% |
| 16 | Salcombe & Thurlestone | 70.97% | 29.03% |
| 17 | Newton & Yealmpton | 70.44% | 29.56% |
| 18 | Dartmouth & East Dart | 66.76% | 33.24% |
| 19 | Kingsbridge | 61.03% | 38.97% |
| 20 | Totnes | 56.94% | 43.06% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Sherford Age Distribution Statistics
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 Census and the calculated the proportion of age groups in Allington & Strete.| 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)
Sherford Health Statistics
Allington & Strete 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allington & Strete | 48.8% | 34.53% | 12.27% | 3.31% | 1.08% |
| South Hams | 49.08% | 33.18% | 12.74% | 3.85% | 1.15% |
| South West | 47.6% | 34.21% | 13.12% | 3.95% | 1.12% |
| 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 South Hams changed since 2011?
South Hams residents who describe their health as either good or very good has increased by 0.48% between the 2011 and 2021 census.| Year | VG | G | F | B | VB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 47.41% | 34.37% | 13.32% | 3.8% | 1.11% |
| 2021 | 49.08% | 33.18% | 12.74% | 3.85% | 1.15% |
VG = Very Good, G = Good, F = Fair, B = Bad & VB = Very Bad
Source: Census 2011/2021 (Nomis/ONS)
What is the population of Sherford and South Hams?
The table below contains the populations figures for each ward in South Hams including Sherford. These population ONS figures are estimated are dated Mid 2020.
| Ward | Population |
|---|---|
| Allington & Strete | 3106 |
| Bickleigh & Cornwood | 3012 |
| Blackawton & Stoke Fleming | 2427 |
| Charterlands | 2968 |
| Dartington & Staverton | 2854 |
| Dartmouth & East Dart | 7997 |
| Ermington & Ugborough | 3187 |
| Ivybridge East | 5426 |
| Ivybridge West | 6394 |
| Kingsbridge | 5841 |
| Loddiswell & Aveton Gifford | 2855 |
| Marldon & Littlehempston | 3001 |
| Newton & Yealmpton | 6302 |
| Salcombe & Thurlestone | 5057 |
| South Brent | 5349 |
| Stokenham | 2651 |
| Totnes | 8924 |
| Wembury & Brixton | 5079 |
| West Dart | 2583 |
| Woolwell | 2933 |
| South Hams Total | 87946 |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Last updated: 20/02/2024, Additional Sources: Office for National Statistics & Department for Work & Pensions.
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