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Indicator: Population growth K3
UK population estimates and projections, by age group: 1971 to 2051  
Indicator Chart

Contextual indicator

Coverage: United Kingdom

Source: Government Actuary's Department

  • The overall population of the UK was estimated to be 59.1 million in 2001, up from 57.8 million in 1991, and is projected to rise to 65.4 million by 2051.
  • Those aged 65 and over currently account for 16 per cent of the population. This is projected to rise to 26 per cent by 2051.


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