Looking across detailed ethnic categories in Bury, 78.2% of the total population in 2021 identified as "English, Welsh, Scottish, Northern Irish or British," indicating a decrease from 85.3% in 2011.
Cities across the UK regions with high White British populations included Swansea (91.5%), Kingston Upon Hull (89.7%), Plymouth (92.2%), Darlington (93.7%), Belfast (96.4% – NI classification "white"), Norwich (84.7%), Liverpool (84.8%) and Chelmsford (90.0%).
According to the latest 2021 census, the population in Bury is predominantly white (83%), with non-white minorities representing the remaining 17% of the population.
Bury, renowned for its harmonious fusion of urban amenities and exquisite countryside, provides a delightful living experience is indeed a ideal blend of country landscapes and city conveniences.
Ramsbottom tops our list as one of the most desirable areas in Bury. This market town boasts Victorian architecture and cobbled streets that transport you to a bygone era.
according to the 2021 Census, London was the most ethnically diverse region in England and Wales.
out of all regions, London had the smallest percentage of people who identified as white British, and the North East and Wales had the largest percentage.
Demography. Easington is notable for being the town with the highest percentage of white residents in England (99.2% white in 2001). According to the results of the 2001 census, it also has the UK's lowest population of Jedi knights.
Although less than 10% of the total UK-born population lived in London, the city was home to one-third of the total foreign-born population in the country. Northern Ireland, the North East, and Wales were the least popular destinations for migrants.
Between the 2001 and 2021 UK censuses the "white British" ethnic group fell by about 1.2 million people. What percentage of this fall in population do you attribute to emigration specifically as opposed to other factors such as sub-replacement fertility or more mixed race relationships?
Just a short tram ride away from Manchester, this lively town mixes independent markets, brilliant food, rich history, and stunning countryside - all with that classic Northern charm. Famous for its world-renowned Bury Market (and yes, Black Pudding), this town is much more than just a shopping stop.
This is reflected in Bury, as 48.8% of the population (94,671 people) described themselves as “Christian”, a reduction from 62.7% (116,036) in 2011. “No religion” was the second most common response in Bury, increasing by nearly 11% from 18.6% in 2011 to 29.4% in 2021.
There isn't one single "most run-down" town, as it depends on the metric, but recent reports frequently cite Walsall (West Midlands) as Britain's most deprived for overall quality of life (Good Growth for Cities Index 2025), while Jaywick (Essex) is repeatedly named England's most deprived neighbourhood by government data. Other towns often mentioned for significant decline due to economic hardship, unemployment, and urban decay include areas in Blackpool, Hastings, and Middlesbrough, alongside places like Portsmouth and Aldershot facing specific challenges.
As of the 2021 Census, approximately 81.7% of the population in England and Wales identified within the broad "White" ethnic category, while for the entire UK, around 83% identified as White. This includes White British (74.4% in England & Wales) and Other White groups (6.2%), showing a decrease from 2011 as other ethnic groups grew, though White remains the largest segment.
The settlements with the largest numbers of Muslims are Birmingham, Bradford, London, Manchester and Leicester. There are also high numbers in Kirklees, Luton, Bolton, Slough, Rochdale and mill towns of Northern England like Oldham and Blackburn.
The most sought after areas of Bury are Greenmount, Ramsbottom, Elton, Lowercroft, Holcombe, Summerseat, Hawkshaw, Tottington and Walshaw. Property prices range from £150,000 - £2,000,000.
Bolton is the 'tenth most quintessential' market town in the UK - but crucially for Boltonians - it ranks higher than Bury, the home of the world famous market, according to Independent Cottages.
What is the correct term for a black person in the UK?
Phrasing. In research, 'people from a Black Caribbean background', 'the Black ethnic group' and 'Black people' were all acceptable phrases. 'Blacks' was not. Similarly 'people from a White British background', 'the White ethnic group' and 'White people' are all acceptable.
Brent, Newham and Tower Hamlets have the highest percentage of non-White British residents and the highest proportion of households with multiple ethnic groups.
Which city of England is known as the Black Country?
Today the term commonly refers to the majority of the four metropolitan boroughs of Dudley, Sandwell, Walsall and Wolverhampton although it is said that "no two Black Country men or women will agree on where it starts or ends".
