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07 July 2023

We have uploaded a new dataset for Population estimates time series dataset. The previous version had missing titles, this has now been fixed.

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  • Release date:
    08 October 2024
  • Next release:
    To be announced
  • Dataset ID:
    pop

About this Dataset

The mid-year estimates refer to the population on 30 June of the reference year and are produced in line with the standard United Nations (UN) definition for population estimates. They are the official set of population estimates for the UK and its constituent countries, the regions and counties of England, and local authorities and their equivalents.

Edition in this dataset

Previous versions of this data are available.

Important notes and usage information

Mid-year population estimates relate to the usually-resident population. They account for long-term international migrants (people who change their country of usual residence for a period of 12 months or more) but do not account for short-term migrants (people who come to or leave the country for a period of less than 12 months).

This approach is consistent with the standard United Nations definition for population estimates which is based upon the concept of usual residence and includes people who reside, or intend to reside, in the country for at least twelve months, whatever their nationality.

Contact details for this dataset

Demography team
pop.info@ons.gov.uk
+44 1329 444661