Arbroath and Broughty Ferry
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Overview ⁞ Arbroath and Broughty Ferry combine coastal living with rich history. Arbroath is famed for its abbey and the traditional Arbroath Smokie, while Broughty Ferry features a sandy beach, 15th-century castle, and lively shopping streets. The area benefits from scenic walks along the coastline and views over the Tay Estuary.
Constituency Map and Boundary Information
Below is an interactive map showing the boundary of the Arbroath and Broughty Ferry parliamentary constituency. The boundary data is sourced from the Office for National Statistics (ONS), using the latest official geographic definitions.
You can explore official statistics for this area on the ONS Explore Local Statistics page, or view its location on the UK Parliament constituency map.
Map tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Boundary data: Contains Ordnance Survey data © Crown copyright and database right 2024; Contains Office for National Statistics data © ONS 2024, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Wards in Arbroath and Broughty Ferry
Arbroath and Broughty Ferry is divided into 7 wards, listed below in alphabetical order.
- Arbroath East and Lunan
- Arbroath West, Letham and Friockheim
- Carnoustie and District
- East End
- Monifieth and Sidlaw
- North East
- The Ferry
Arbroath and Broughty Ferry is a constituency that covers these wards in Angus / Dundee City.
Population by age group
The most recent data for constituencies in England and Wales comes from mid-year estimates for 2022. This tells us what the population was estimated to be on 30 June 2022.
| Age Band | Constituency (Number) | Constituency (%) | Scotland (Number) | Scotland (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 to 17 | 19,448 | 19.28% | 1,006,212 | 18.47% |
| 18 to 24 | 6,742 | 6.68% | 466,541 | 8.56% |
| 25 to 34 | 10,653 | 10.56% | 695,519 | 12.77% |
| 35 to 49 | 18,126 | 17.97% | 1,011,614 | 18.57% |
| 50 to 64 | 22,149 | 21.95% | 1,170,419 | 21.48% |
| 65 and over | 23,768 | 23.56% | 1,097,395 | 20.14% |
Population by ethnic group
The most recent census asked people about their ethnic group. The census was carried out in March 2021 in England, Wales and Northern Ireland and in March 2022 in Scotland.
| Ethnic Group | Constituency (Number) | Constituency (%) | Scotland (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Scottish | 84,918 | 85.27% | 77.70% |
| Other White British | 7,429 | 7.46% | 9.38% |
| Other White | 2,132 | 2.14% | 3.01% |
| White Polish | 1,355 | 1.36% | 1.67% |
| Mixed or multiple ethnic group | 741 | 0.74% | 1.12% |
| Pakistani, Pakistani Scottish or Pakistani British | 522 | 0.52% | 1.34% |
| White Irish | 470 | 0.47% | 1.05% |
| Indian, Indian Scottish or Indian British | 344 | 0.35% | 0.97% |
| Chinese, Chinese Scottish or Chinese British | 336 | 0.34% | 0.87% |
| Other Asian | 327 | 0.33% | 0.59% |
| Arab, Arab Scottish or Arab British | 285 | 0.29% | 0.41% |
| Other ethnic group | 272 | 0.27% | 0.50% |
| African: Other African | 220 | 0.22% | 0.97% |
| Bangladeshi, Bangladeshi Scottish or Bangladeshi British | 88 | 0.09% | 0.13% |
| Gypsy/ Traveller | 62 | 0.06% | 0.06% |
| Caribbean or Black: Other Caribbean or Black | 39 | 0.04% | 0.07% |
| African: African, African Scottish or African British | 26 | 0.03% | 0.11% |
| Caribbean or Black: Caribbean, Caribbean Scottish or Caribbean British | 16 | 0.02% | 0.04% |
| Caribbean or Black: Black, Black Scottish or Black British | 2 | 0.00% | 0.01% |
Arbroath and Broughty Ferry compared with other constituencies
Arbroath and Broughty Ferry has a population of 100,886 (2024 mid-year estimate by ONS). The population of the UK is 69,281,400 as of mid-2024. There are 650 constituencies, so the average population per constituency is around 106,600.
Compared with the other 649 constituencies, Arbroath and Broughty Ferry has a population higher than 177, lower than 344, and similar to 129 constituencies (±2,500, including itself).