Focus on Geography Series, 2021 Census of Population
New Westminster, City
New Westminster (City) – Age distribution, 2016 to 2021
New Westminster (City) – Age distribution by broad age groups and gender, 2021 Census
| Age groups | Total - GenderFootnote 1 | Men+Footnote 2 | Women+Footnote 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 to 14 | 12.6% | 13.2% | 11.9% |
| 15 to 64 | 71.4% | 72.1% | 70.7% |
| 65 and over | 16.1% | 14.7% | 17.4% |
12.6%
In 2021, 9,925 children aged 0 to 14 were enumerated in New Westminster (City), representing respectively 12.6% of the total population. In comparison, for Canada, the proportion of children was 16.3% in 2021.
71.4%
The working age population (15 to 64) represented 71.4% of the total population. In comparison, for Canada, the proportion of the population aged 15 to 64 was 64.8% in 2021.
16.1%
In 2021, 12,680 persons aged 65 and over were enumerated in New Westminster (City), representing respectively 16.1% of the total population. In comparison, for Canada, the proportion of seniors was 19.0% in 2021.
Population change by broad age groups, New Westminster (City), 2016 to 2021
Percentage of population by broad age groups, New Westminster (City), 2016 to 2021
Population by five-year age groups and gender, New Westminster (City), 2021
Average age for New Westminster (City) and higher level geographies, 2021
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