The population of England and Wales reached an estimated 61.8 million in mid-2024, reflecting a 1.2% increase from 61.1 million in mid-2023. The growth of 700,000 is the second largest annual increase since 1949, primarily driven by net international migration, which contributed 690,147 people to the total. Natural population change from births exceeding deaths added only a small number of 29,982 to the population. Migration trends indicate ongoing patterns of movement to and from England and Wales, with internal migration demonstrating less activity compared to outward movement.
The population of England and Wales grew by 700,000 in the year to June 2024, marking the second largest numerical increase since 1949.
International migration accounted for 690,147 of the estimated 706,881 increase, making up 98% of the total population growth.
In the 12 months to June 2024, an estimated 1,142,303 people immigrated to England and Wales, while 452,156 emigrated.
The population of England and Wales reached an estimated 61.8 million in mid-2024, increasing by 1.2% from 61.1 million in mid-2023.
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