Knowsley
§ This page provides an overview of a UK constituency, bringing together various information and resources to help you better understand the area.
Knowsley, in Merseyside, combines suburban neighbourhoods with notable attractions such as Knowsley Safari Park and Knowsley Hall. The area features extensive green spaces, golf courses, and easy access to Liverpool via major road networks. Its blend of residential areas, leisure facilities, and rural landscapes makes it a versatile location for residents.
Wards in Knowsley
Knowsley is divided into 9 wards, listed below in alphabetical order.
- Cherryfield
- Northwood
- Prescot North
- Roby
- Shevington
- St Gabriels
- St Michaels
- Stockbridge
- Whitefield
Knowsley is a constituency that covers these wards in Knowsley.
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 (%) | Region (Number) | Region (%) | England & Wales (Number) | England & Wales (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 to 17 | 21,386 | 22.40% | 1,582,229 | 21.05% | 12,506,535 | 20.76% |
| 18 to 24 | 7,084 | 7.42% | 642,507 | 8.55% | 5,008,522 | 8.31% |
| 25 to 34 | 14,146 | 14.82% | 996,167 | 13.25% | 8,098,257 | 13.44% |
| 35 to 49 | 17,378 | 18.20% | 1,397,930 | 18.60% | 11,575,752 | 19.22% |
| 50 to 64 | 19,370 | 20.29% | 1,482,881 | 19.73% | 11,745,365 | 19.50% |
| 65 and over | 16,102 | 16.87% | 1,414,399 | 18.82% | 11,303,607 | 18.76% |
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 (%) | Region (%) | England & Wales (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English, Welsh, Scottish, Northern Irish or British | 86,726 | 92.65% | 81.15% | 74.42% |
| Other White | 2,449 | 2.62% | 3.42% | 6.15% |
| African | 573 | 0.61% | 1.71% | 2.50% |
| Irish | 451 | 0.48% | 0.83% | 0.85% |
| White and Black Caribbean | 418 | 0.45% | 0.63% | 0.86% |
| Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups | 399 | 0.43% | 0.52% | 0.78% |
| Indian | 376 | 0.40% | 1.89% | 3.13% |
| White and Black African | 365 | 0.39% | 0.40% | 0.42% |
| Any other ethnic group | 359 | 0.38% | 0.89% | 1.55% |
| White and Asian | 333 | 0.36% | 0.64% | 0.82% |
| Other Asian | 310 | 0.33% | 0.86% | 1.63% |
| Chinese | 302 | 0.32% | 0.73% | 0.75% |
| Arab | 144 | 0.15% | 0.59% | 0.56% |
| Pakistani | 108 | 0.12% | 4.09% | 2.66% |
| Other Black | 100 | 0.11% | 0.29% | 0.50% |
| Roma | 85 | 0.09% | 0.10% | 0.17% |
| Caribbean | 76 | 0.08% | 0.35% | 1.05% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 14 | 0.02% | 0.08% | 0.11% |
| Bangladeshi | 13 | 0.01% | 0.82% | 1.08% |