We have collated a series of socio-economic statistics for Halewood in Knowsley 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 Halewood older than the national average or younger? What is the population of Halewood and Knowsley? Is Halewood an unemployment hotspot? This page should provide you with the answers.
Halewood 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 Knowsley.| Area | Unemployed | Yearly Change |
|---|---|---|
| Knowsley | 4.9% | -0.4% |
| North West | 4.3% | -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 | 52.81% |
| In Part-Time Work | 27.34% |
| Unemployed | 6.21% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Halewood Education Statistics
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 census to found of the level of education Halewood 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 | Halewood South | England |
|---|---|---|
| No Qualifications | 25.65% | 18.08% |
| Level 1 | 11.13% | 9.69% |
| Level 2 | 14.24% | 13.32% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.85% | 5.32% |
| Level 3 | 16.98% | 16.92% |
| Level 4 | 23.67% | 33.92% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Halewood Age Distribution Statistics
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 Census and the calculated the proportion of age groups in Halewood South.| 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)
What are the occupations of the residents of Halewood?
The largest employment sector in Halewood is Professional Occupations. The smallest employment sector is Managers, Directors & Senior Officials.| Sector | Proportion |
|---|---|
| Professional Occupations | 15.87% |
| Caring, leisure & Other Services | 12.08% |
| Elementary Occupations | 12% |
| Associate Professional & Technical | 11.08% |
| Process Plant & Machine Operatives | 10.56% |
| Administrative & Secretarial | 10.17% |
| Skilled Trades | 9.82% |
| Managers, Directors & Senior Officials | 8.23% |
How many residents own or rent their home in Halewood and Knowsley
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 census and calculated what proportion of people in Halewood either own or rent their home. All percentages have been rounded to two decimal places. 62.01 of residents own their home either outright or mortgaged. 37.99 of Halewood residents rent their home either privately or through a social landlord.| Area | Owned | Rented |
|---|---|---|
| Halewood South | 62.01% | 37.99% |
| Knowsley | 59.46% | 40.54% |
| North West | 62.33% | 37.67% |
| England | 61.31% | 38.69% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Halewood has a higher level of home ownership than than the national average.
Halewood compared to other wards in Knowsley
| # | Ward | Owned | Rented |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Roby | 86.24% | 13.76% |
| 2 | Swanside | 83.06% | 16.94% |
| 3 | Halewood North | 70.55% | 29.45% |
| 4 | Whiston and Cronton | 65.86% | 34.14% |
| 5 | Prescot South | 63.52% | 36.48% |
| 6 | Halewood South | 62.01% | 37.99% |
| 7 | Shevington | 60.92% | 39.08% |
| 8 | St Gabriels | 60.17% | 39.83% |
| 9 | Prescot North | 59.53% | 40.47% |
| 10 | Cherryfield | 56.84% | 43.16% |
| 11 | Whitefield | 56.21% | 43.79% |
| 12 | St Michaels (Knowsley) | 51.5% | 48.5% |
| 13 | Page Moss | 48.44% | 51.56% |
| 14 | Northwood (Knowsley) | 39.42% | 60.58% |
| 15 | Stockbridge | 39.25% | 60.75% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Halewood Health Statistics
Halewood South has a lower proportion of residents (very_good_pc-$ward_health->very_good_pc, 2)%) describing their health as very good than the national average for England.| Area | VG | G | F | B | VB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Halewood South | 47.92% | 29.55% | 14.03% | 6.29% | 2.22% |
| Knowsley | 47.29% | 30.14% | 13.95% | 6.5% | 2.12% |
| North West | 47.73% | 32.71% | 13.36% | 4.77% | 1.43% |
| 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 Knowsley changed since 2011?
Knowsley residents who describe their health as either good or very good has increased by 1.58% between the 2011 and 2021 census.| Year | VG | G | F | B | VB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 46.03% | 29.82% | 14.68% | 7.29% | 2.18% |
| 2021 | 47.29% | 30.14% | 13.95% | 6.5% | 2.12% |
VG = Very Good, G = Good, F = Fair, B = Bad & VB = Very Bad
Source: Census 2011/2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Halewood & Knowsley 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 Halewood in the Knowsley local area district.
Halewood has a lower rate of immigrants than Knowsley, the North West region and England as a whole.| Area | Born in UK | Born outside UK |
|---|---|---|
| Halewood South | 95.6% | 4.4% |
| Knowsley | 94.84% | 5.16% |
| North West | 88.33% | 11.67% |
| England | 82.65% | 17.35% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Halewood compared to other wards in Knowsley
| # | Ward | Born in UK | Born outside UK |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stockbridge | 91.09% | 8.91% |
| 2 | Page Moss | 92.64% | 7.36% |
| 3 | Prescot South | 92.95% | 7.05% |
| 4 | Northwood | 93.39% | 6.61% |
| 5 | Prescot North | 94.38% | 5.62% |
| 6 | St Michaels | 94.98% | 5.02% |
| 7 | Cherryfield | 95.1% | 4.9% |
| 8 | Shevington | 95.23% | 4.77% |
| 9 | Halewood North | 95.59% | 4.41% |
| 10 | Halewood South | 95.6% | 4.4% |
| 11 | Whitefield | 96.07% | 3.93% |
| 12 | Whiston and Cronton | 96.48% | 3.52% |
| 13 | Swanside | 96.68% | 3.32% |
| 14 | St Gabriels | 96.84% | 3.16% |
| 15 | Roby | 96.96% | 3.04% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
What is the population of Halewood and Knowsley?
The table below contains the populations figures for each ward in Knowsley including Halewood. These population ONS figures are estimated are dated Mid 2020.
| Ward | Population |
|---|---|
| Cherryfield | 10787 |
| Halewood North | 9812 |
| Halewood South | 10950 |
| Northwood | 11455 |
| Page Moss | 10511 |
| Prescot North | 10159 |
| Prescot South | 10329 |
| Roby | 9172 |
| Shevington | 10424 |
| St Gabriels | 9483 |
| St Michaels | 9044 |
| Stockbridge | 11255 |
| Swanside | 9647 |
| Whiston and Cronton | 9216 |
| Whitefield | 10208 |
| Knowsley Total | 152452 |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Last updated: 20/02/2024, Additional Sources: Office for National Statistics & Department for Work & Pensions.
