This briefing summarises 2021 census data about residents by their country of birth. The analysis explores what the new statistics tell us about Brent’s migrant population and how things have changed since 2011. Update (May 2023) Since this briefing was published (November 2022), ONS has released a more detailed breakdown of the population by country of birth for 189 different countries (instead...
This briefing reviews the latest population data for Brent and explores how it has changed in the past, and how it is projected to change in the future. The report also considers the impacts the pandemic has had on recent population trends in the borough. The report analyses the latest data available as at September 2025. This includes: ...
Census-based population estimates for Brent wards for 2011 and 2021. These estimates were produced by the Greater London Authority (GLA), based on census counts at output area level from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Where output areas are split over ward boundaries, the estimates apportion data to each ward based on the number of residential addresses in each area. Note:...
Applications to the EU settlement scheme (EUSS) - August 2018 to December 2021. The EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS) enables EU, Swiss and other EEA citizens, to obtain UK immigration status by the end of the Brexit transition period. Family members with other nationalities can also apply. For most applicants, the deadline was 30 June 2021. Note: EEA=European Economic Area. What the figures tell...
Update: This briefing pre-dates the release of 2021 Census figures, so most data in the report have been superseded. The report has been retained here for reference. For the latest census data and reports, please see the Census page on open data. This briefing provides a profile of the Brent population according to the nine protected characteristics named in the Equality...
This report considers various indicators about Covid-19 impacts, resident support schemes and resident need. Where possible, the analysis explores differences by area within Brent. The evidence provides insight into the impact of the pandemic across the borough, and is intended to inform the Council’s ongoing response to the Pandemic and planning for recovery. The report provides data about: Covid-19: spatial...
UPDATE: Please note, this report pre-dates the release of 2021 Census results for Brent. More up to date information on Brent's communities can be found in the Council 2021 Census briefings - also available on open data. The report below has been retained for reference. This report collates intelligence about Brent’s different communities and explores data by ethnicity, nationality, country...