Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador Population & Demographics: How Many People Live Here?

Data source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population — View the official Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook census dataset on Statistics Canada

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook. It is a town in Canada that encompasses a land area of 6.52 km2. The town has a population density of 36.90 people per km2.

We highlight the Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook town's various population characteristics. From gender, age distribution, ethnicity, household and dwelling, and income to spoken languages, occupation, and religion.

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Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook has a population of around 241 people. The town's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook has increased by 7.59%.

Population in 2016Population in 2021Difference
224241 +7.59%

2026 Population Projection

Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.47% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook's population is projected to reach approximately 259 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 39.72 people per km².

Population in 2021Projected Population in 2026Projected Density in 2026 (per km²)
24125939.72

This projection is an estimate calculated by CAPopulation from the compound annual growth rate between the 2016 and 2021 censuses. Official 2026 complete census data expected to be released in late 2027.

Population By Genders

The male population of Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook is around 115 while the female population is around 125.

Of the 241 total population in Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook, the largest gender is female with around 125 women within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
115125 +8.00%

Is Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook a Good Place to Live?

Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Newfoundland and Labrador, its own province. Draw your own conclusions from the actual numbers.

Employment & Economy

47.4%
Unemployment rate
32.2 pts above the province
27.5%
Employment rate
20.0 pts below the province
47.5%
Participation rate
8.6 pts below the province

Income & Affordability

$0
Median household income
$71,500 below the province
0.0%
Below low-income threshold (LIM-AT)
15.2 pts below the province

Commute

54.5%
Commute under 30 minutes
28.0 pts below the province
90.9%
Commute by car
2.0 pts above the province
0.0%
Commute by public transit
2.0 pts below the province

Housing Character

100.0%
Single-detached houses
27.7 pts above the province
0.0%
Apartments (any building size)
18.2 pts below the province

Household Composition

2.20 people
Average household size
0.10people below the province
22.7%
One-person households
5.2 pts below the province

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

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Population by Age Characteristics

Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 60 to 64 years old, accounting for 16.70% of the total population. The town median age is 59.60.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal
Median age of the population60 60.00%59 58.80% 3.33%60 59.60%
Average age of the population55 55.20%54 53.60% 3.62%54 54.20%
60 to 64 years20 17.40%25 20.00% 20.00%40 16.70%
55 to 59 years15 13.00%20 16.00% 25.00%30 12.50%
65 to 69 years15 13.00%10 8.00% 33.33%25 10.40%
50 to 54 years10 8.70%10 8.00% 0.00%20 8.30%
70 to 74 years15 13.00%10 8.00% 33.33%20 8.30%
75 to 79 years5 4.30%10 8.00% 50.00%15 6.30%
10 to 14 years5 4.30%5 4.00% 0.00%10 4.20%
15 to 19 years5 4.30%0 0.00% 100.00%10 4.20%
20 to 24 years5 4.30%5 4.00% 0.00%10 4.20%
35 to 39 years5 4.30%5 4.00% 0.00%10 4.20%
80 to 84 years5 4.30%5 4.00% 0.00%10 4.20%
0 to 4 years0 0.00%5 4.00% 100.00%5 2.10%
5 to 9 years0 0.00%5 4.00% 100.00%5 2.10%
30 to 34 years5 4.30%0 0.00% 100.00%5 2.10%
40 to 44 years5 4.30%5 4.00% 0.00%5 2.10%
45 to 49 years0 0.00%5 4.00% 100.00%5 2.10%
85 years and over5 4.30%0 0.00% 100.00%5 2.10%

Broader Age Groups

If the town's population is divided into broader age groups, most of the population falls into the 15 to 64 years age group. The group accounts for 60.40% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 15 to 64 years, account for 31.30% and 60.40%, respectively.

If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook are within the 15 to 64 years age group.

DataMaleFemaleTotal

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Population of Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook is inclusive and accepts various ethnic groups with open arms. Furthermore, the province appreciates the unique contributions that each ethnicity brings.

The top 5 ethnicities and origins in the province are English, which accounts for 47.50% of the total population, followed by Canadian (30.00%), Newfoundlander (12.50%), Qalipu Mi'kmaq (10.00%), and Irish (10.00%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Scottish, Mi'kmaq, Mohawk, Czechoslovakian, and Bulgarian.

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
English40.00%52.38%47.50%
Canadian30.00%28.57%30.00%
Newfoundlander10.00%9.52%12.50%
Qalipu Mi'kmaq10.00%9.52%10.00%
Irish15.00%0.00%10.00%
Scottish10.00%0.00%7.50%
Mi'kmaq0.00%0.00%5.00%
Mohawk0.00%0.00%0.00%
Czechoslovakian0.00%0.00%0.00%
Bulgarian0.00%0.00%0.00%

Immigration Profile

Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook's population profile.

About 7.5% of Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook's population are immigrants (15 people).

The top countries of origin for Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook's immigrant population are United Kingdom (10), France (0), Germany (0), Greece (0), Hungary (0).

Only using 25% sample data.
Country of BirthPopulation
United Kingdom10
France0
Germany0
Greece0
Hungary0

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 110 of Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.

Household Size

About 27.25% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 11.35% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 4.55%, 4.55%, and 2.25%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in HouseholdTotalPercentage
2 persons6027.25%
1 person2511.35%
3 persons104.55%
4 persons104.55%
5 or more persons52.25%

Income in Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook

Analyzing income distribution in Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook is $0.

A region's per capita data sheds light on the average income earned per person living in it. Since per capita income is calculated by dividing the region's total income by its population, it quantifies the population's economic situation on an individual basis.

Such data offers insights into the town's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.

Most of Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook population or around 0 people falls in the Under $10,000 group. The next largest groups are the Under $10,000, and Under $10,000 with around 0 and 0 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.

Below national average Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook's median household income is 84,000 dollars below the Canadian national median of $84,000 (2020 data, 2021 Census).

The data provides important insights into the town's economic landscape as well as the living standards of its population.

Analyzing such data enables researchers, policymakers, and businesses to gain a more comprehensive understanding of the town's income distribution, disparities, and trends.

Education Levels in Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook

This data sheds light on the distribution of Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook residents across educational milestones.

Such information is crucial in shaping the province’s policies on education, workforce development strategies, and initiatives that aim to improve access to quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities.

38.00% or most of the Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate. 34.25% of the population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree, 27.80% has a No certificate, diploma or degree, and 3.75% has Bachelor's degree or higher.

Only using 25% sample data.
DegreeMenWomenTotalPercentage
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate3010012538.00%
Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree704511034.25%
No certificate, diploma or degree60259527.80%
Bachelor's degree or higher100153.75%

Below national average 3.8% of Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook

This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.

The data shows that the unemployment rate in Newfoundland and Labrador is at 22.50% which is very high.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate27.50%
Unemployment rate22.50%

Working as an Employee

The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the town who work as an employee. The majority of Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook's population (around 52.60%) are working temporary position as an employee.

Self-employed

In the town, there are 10 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 10.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed10010

Employment Industry Sectors

The Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.

Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (21%) works in the construction sector. The Accommodation and food services sector comes second at 21%, followed by Retail trade at 16%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Construction20021%
Accommodation and food services01521%
Retail trade0016%
Health care and social assistance01011%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting000%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction000%
Utilities000%
Manufacturing000%
Wholesale trade000%
Transportation and warehousing000%
Information and cultural industries000%
Finance and insurance000%
Real estate and rental and leasing000%
Professional, scientific and technical services000%
Management of companies and enterprises000%
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services000%
Educational services000%
Arts, entertainment and recreation000%
Other services (except public administration)000%
Public administration000%

Labour Market Snapshot

A quick snapshot of where Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.

Top employer sectors in Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook: Construction (21%), Accommodation and food services (21%), -45 Retail trade (16%)

Top occupation categories in Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook: Sales and service occupations (47%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (26%), Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (11%)

Places of Work

The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the town. It provides a snapshot of workplaces, showing their geographic distribution and the flow of workers across different areas.

Only using 25% sample data.
Work LocationMenWomenTotalPercentage
Usual place of work10203054.50%
No fixed workplace address2002545.50%
Worked at home0000.00%
Worked outside Canada0000.00%

Commuting

The data sheds light on how Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook residents travel to school or work. It highlights the frequency of different modes of transportation like walking, cycling, carpooling, and public transit.

The data is pivotal in the making of transportation policies as well as the development of transit systems. Ultimately commuting data contributes to improving the quality of life of Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook residents and sustainable urban planning.

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook spend traveling to their workplaces. It also sheds light on the efficiency of the town's public transit systems, and road networks, as well as the accessibility of the town.

Only using 25% sample data.
DurationPercentage
Less than 15 minutes54.50%
30 to 44 minutes18.20%
60 minutes and over18.20%
15 to 29 minutes0.00%
45 to 59 minutes0.00%

Marital Status

The statistics on marital status in Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brookshed light on its societal dynamics. It captures the diverse types of marital statuses of the population.

Long-term commitments, such as common-law partnerships, civil unions, and marriages, reflect the town's social fabric. We can gain insights into Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.

Married or living common-law
68.18%
Married or living common-law
31.82%

Language Spoken

The data below highlights town's linguistic diversity, showing elegances of solo language as well as bilingual harmonies. Other than language, it also shows the cultural landscape in Canada.

English is the most spoken official language in Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook. About 240 people living in the province speak English, 5 people speak French, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.

LanguagePopulation
English240
French5
English and French0
Neither English nor French0

Mother Tongue & Home Language

Useful for newcomers researching an area: this shows the language residents first learned at home in childhood (mother tongue) and the language they speak most often at home now, which can differ as families settle in.

LanguageMother TongueSpoken Most Often at Home
English97.9%100.0%
French2.1%0.0%
Non-official languages0.0%0.0%

Religion

Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook is predominantly Christian. About 180 of its population is Christian (85 males and 85 females).

The second largest religion in the province is Buddhist with 0.0% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Hindu and Jewish, both represent 0.0% and 0.0% of the population, while Muslim represent 0.0% of the population.

ReligionPopulation
Christian87.8%
Buddhist0.0%
Hindu0.0%
Jewish0.0%
Islam0.0%
Sikh0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions about Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook

According to the 2021 census, Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook has a population of approximately 241 people.

Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook increased by 7.59%.

Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook has a population density of approximately 36.90 people per square kilometre.

Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook covers a land area of approximately 6.52 km².

The median age of the population in Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook is 59.60 years.

The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook is English.

The median household income in Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook is $0, based on 2020 data.

English is the most common first official language spoken in Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook.

Christian is the predominant religion in Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook.

Statistics Canada (statcan.gc.ca) conducted the 2026 Census of Population in May 2026. However, census data goes through an extensive processing, validation, and quality-assurance period before public release. Based on the release plan, the 2026 Census results begin rolling out on February 10, 2027, with complete community-level profiles available by December 1, 2027. Until then, this page uses 2021 Census data as its primary source, supplemented by a population projection estimate for 2026 calculated using the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from the 2016–2021 Census period.