This briefing provides a summary of built-up areas in West Sussex, specifically focusing on the characteristics of areas with a usual resident population of between 5,000 and 30,000. This summary is based on data taken from the 2021 Census released by the Office for National Statistics in August 2023.
The aim of this briefing is to support public health colleagues and the public to learn more about built-up areas and the characteristics of households living in these areas at the time of the 2021 Census. This includes demographic characteristics, such as age and sex of usual residents, alongside general health, housing tenure and employment. By focusing on built-up areas, this can help local authorities to gain further understanding of the characteristics of these areas at a more granular level and identify areas of need which could inform the delivery of support for residents.
Alongside the briefing, an accompanying document of supporting figures and tables are also provided.