Some statistics next about Blantyre Population and Employment. These figures are from 2011, and show some interesting details. From the 17,000 people in this town, most people are aged between 45-64, closely followed by ages 25-44. Most household comprise of just one person and of households with cars, most have 1 car. A figure of […]
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Blantyre’s Population
The Population of any village or town usually relates census information and that which collates employment and housing opportunities. This has been fairly true over the centuries for Blantyre but outside influences have also taken place. In 1755, the population was just 496 people, rising to 1,751 in 1801, 2,630 in 1821 and 2,848 in […]
Population of Blantyre
The Population of any village or town usually relates to employment and housing opportunities. This has been fairly true over the centuries for Blantyre but outside influences have taken place. 1755: 496 people 1801: 1,751 people 1821: 2,630 people 1851: 2,848 people 1871: 3,472 people 1881: 9,760 people 1901: 18,154 people 1951: 17,769 people […]
Population Triples
Interesting fact: Did you know during the 10 short years from 1871 to 1881, the population of Blantyre tripled to almost 10,000 people. This was almost certainly due to the discovery of coal seams and opening of the pits. Can you imagine the impact of any town, where the population triples in 10 years!? The […]