Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Southwold has a population of around 4,851 people. The town's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Southwold has increased by 9.73%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 4,421 | 4,851 | +9.73% |
2026 Population Projection
Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.87% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Southwold's population is projected to reach approximately 5,323 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 17.66 people per km².
| Population in 2021 | Projected Population in 2026 | Projected Density in 2026 (per km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 4,851 | 5,323 | 17.66 |
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 Southwold is around 2,435 while the female population is around 2,415.
Of the 4,851 total population in Southwold, the largest gender is male with around 2,435 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 2,435 | 2,415 | +0.82% |
Is Southwold a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Southwold compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Ontario, its own province. Draw your own conclusions from the actual numbers.
Employment & Economy
Income & Affordability
Commute
Housing Character
Household Composition
Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.
Other Towns Near Southwold
- Aylmer (28.7 km)
- Malahide (35.4 km)
- Adelaide-Metcalfe (38.1 km)
- South-West Oxford (49.0 km)
- Ingersoll (49.3 km)
- Warwick (50.3 km)
- Tillsonburg (51.1 km)
- Lucan Biddulph (53.2 km)
- Zorra (54.3 km)
- Dawn-Euphemia (58.0 km)
- St. Marys (59.4 km)
- Perth South (65.4 km)
- Enniskillen (65.4 km)
- Norwich (65.8 km)
- Petrolia (68.5 km)
Population by Age Characteristics
Southwold has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 55 to 59 years old, accounting for 8.10% of the total population. The town median age is 44.00.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55 to 59 years | 210 8.60% | 185 7.70% | 11.90% | 395 8.10% |
| 50 to 54 years | 175 7.20% | 175 7.20% | 0.00% | 345 7.10% |
| 60 to 64 years | 180 7.40% | 165 6.80% | 8.33% | 345 7.10% |
| 5 to 9 years | 165 6.80% | 160 6.60% | 3.03% | 330 6.80% |
| 40 to 44 years | 155 6.40% | 160 6.60% | 3.13% | 315 6.50% |
| 45 to 49 years | 170 7.00% | 140 5.80% | 17.65% | 310 6.40% |
| 15 to 19 years | 155 6.40% | 150 6.20% | 3.23% | 300 6.20% |
| 35 to 39 years | 150 6.20% | 150 6.20% | 0.00% | 300 6.20% |
| 65 to 69 years | 145 6.00% | 150 6.20% | 3.33% | 300 6.20% |
| 10 to 14 years | 150 6.20% | 140 5.80% | 6.67% | 290 6.00% |
| 30 to 34 years | 125 5.10% | 145 6.00% | 13.79% | 275 5.70% |
| 0 to 4 years | 130 5.30% | 130 5.40% | 0.00% | 265 5.50% |
| 70 to 74 years | 120 4.90% | 120 5.00% | 0.00% | 240 4.90% |
| 20 to 24 years | 110 4.50% | 110 4.60% | 0.00% | 220 4.50% |
| 25 to 29 years | 100 4.10% | 105 4.30% | 4.76% | 205 4.20% |
| 75 to 79 years | 105 4.30% | 80 3.30% | 23.81% | 185 3.80% |
| 85 years and over | 45 1.80% | 80 3.30% | 43.75% | 120 2.50% |
| 80 to 84 years | 50 2.10% | 70 2.90% | 28.57% | 115 2.40% |
| 85 to 89 years | 30 1.20% | 35 1.40% | 14.29% | 70 1.40% |
| Median age of the population | 44 44.00% | 44 43.60% | 2.27% | 44 44.00% |
| Average age of the population | 42 42.00% | 43 42.60% | 0.00% | 42 42.30% |
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 62.10% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 19.60% and 18.20%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Southwold are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65 years and over | 18.90% | 20.50% | 19.60% |
| 0 to 14 years | 18.70% | 18.00% | 18.20% |
Photos of Places & Sceneries in Southwold
Population of Southwold by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Southwold is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Southwold 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 34.03% of the total population, followed by Scottish (25.74%), Canadian (23.42%), Irish (22.48%), and Dutch (15.55%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include German, French, British Isles, Italian, and Polish.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 33.13% | 34.82% | 34.03% |
| Scottish | 26.25% | 25.48% | 25.74% |
| Canadian | 23.13% | 23.99% | 23.42% |
| Irish | 22.29% | 22.72% | 22.48% |
| Dutch | 15.83% | 15.07% | 15.55% |
| German | 12.92% | 12.31% | 12.61% |
| French | 5.83% | 8.49% | 7.35% |
| British Isles | 6.25% | 3.82% | 5.04% |
| Italian | 3.33% | 3.82% | 3.57% |
| Polish | 2.29% | 2.12% | 2.21% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Southwold's population profile.
About 6.5% of Southwold's population are immigrants (310 people).
The top countries of origin for Southwold's immigrant population are United Kingdom (70), Netherlands (50), United States of America (40), Germany (25), El Salvador (15).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70 |
| Netherlands | 50 |
| United States of America | 40 |
| Germany | 25 |
| El Salvador | 15 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 1,685 of Southwold's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 18.55% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 4 persons households ranked second, accounting for 8.90% of the population. 1 person, 3 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 8.35%, 8.35%, and 6.00%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 635 | 18.55% |
| 4 persons | 305 | 8.90% |
| 1 person | 285 | 8.35% |
| 3 persons | 285 | 8.35% |
| 5 or more persons | 205 | 6.00% |
Income in Southwold
Analyzing income distribution in Southwold can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Southwold is $46,800.
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 Southwold population or around 660 people falls in the $50,000 to $79,999 group. The next largest groups are the $10,000 to $29,999, and $30,000 to $49,999 with around 585 and 505 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Southwold's median household income is $105,000, according to 2020 data.
Above national average Southwold's median household income is 21,000 dollars above 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 Southwold
This data sheds light on the distribution of Southwold 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.
63.35% or most of the Southwold population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 26.90% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 18.75% has a Bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.80% has No certificate, diploma or degree.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 1,840 | 2,090 | 3,940 | 63.35% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 970 | 770 | 1,740 | 26.90% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 430 | 750 | 1,175 | 18.75% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 395 | 275 | 670 | 9.80% |
Below national average 18.8% of Southwold's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Southwold
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Southwold. 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 8.13% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 60.65% |
| Unemployment rate | 8.13% |
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 Southwold's population (around 71.30%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 330 men and 140 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 470.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 330 | 140 | 470 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Southwold industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Southwold is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Southwold has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (16%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Construction sector comes second at 11%, followed by Manufacturing at 11%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health care and social assistance | 45 | 390 | 16% |
| Construction | 280 | 25 | 11% |
| Manufacturing | 230 | 55 | 11% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 180 | 75 | 10% |
| Retail trade | 80 | 115 | 7% |
| Educational services | 30 | 145 | 7% |
| Accommodation and food services | 40 | 100 | 5% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 95 | 35 | 5% |
| Public administration | 80 | 45 | 5% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 40 | 65 | 4% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 60 | 40 | 4% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 65 | 35 | 4% |
| Finance and insurance | 20 | 60 | 3% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 30 | 25 | 2% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 30 | 25 | 2% |
| Wholesale trade | 45 | 0 | 2% |
| Utilities | 15 | 0 | 1% |
| Information and cultural industries | 10 | 10 | 1% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Southwold residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Southwold: Health care and social assistance (16%), Construction (11%), -33 Manufacturing (11%)
Top occupation categories in Southwold: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (24%), Sales and service occupations (20%), Business, finance and administration occupations (14%)
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.
| Work Location | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usual place of work | 815 | 735 | 1,550 | 66.00% |
| Worked at home | 235 | 290 | 520 | 22.10% |
| No fixed workplace address | 220 | 45 | 265 | 11.30% |
| Worked outside Canada | 10 | 0 | 10 | 0.40% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Southwold 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 Southwold residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Southwold 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.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| 15 to 29 minutes | 40.70% |
| Less than 15 minutes | 30.80% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 20.90% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 5.20% |
| 60 minutes and over | 1.90% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Southwoldshed 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 Southwold's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
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 Southwold. About 4,720 people living in the province speak English, 35 people speak French, 5 people speak Neither English nor French language, and 0 people speak English and French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 4,720 |
| French | 35 |
| Neither English nor French | 5 |
| English and French | 0 |
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.
| Language | Mother Tongue | Spoken Most Often at Home |
|---|---|---|
| English | 93.4% | 98.3% |
| Non-official languages | 4.7% | 0.9% |
| French | 0.7% | 0.2% |
Religion
Southwold is predominantly Christian. About 2,985 of its population is Christian (1,430 males and 1,430 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.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 62.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Southwold
Schools
- Kettle Creek Public School
- Southwold Public School
- Standing Stone Elementary School
- Antler River Elemetry School
Parks
- Veterans Park
- Powwow Grounds
- Stanley Park
- St. Thomas Elevated Park
- Hofhuis Park
- Sweat Lodge Grounds
- Muncey Delaware Nation Park
- Fingal Heritage Park
- Fingal Ball Park
- Memorial Trees
Libraries
Community Centres
Places to Visit in Southwold
Historic Sites
- Toles
- Port Stanley
- Southwold Earthworks
- American Airlines Flight 1 Memorial
- Southwold Earthworks - Les Fortifications en Terre de Southwold
- Old Hangar Foundations
- South Caradoc United Church
- Mt. Elgin Residential School Barn
- Mount Elgin Indian Industrial School Monument
Theatres
Green Spaces in Southwold
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Park | Parks | — |
| Powwow Grounds | Parks | 3.1 ha |
| Stanley Park | Parks | 0.2 ha |
| St. Thomas Elevated Park | Parks | 0.6 ha |
| Hofhuis Park | Parks | 1.0 ha |
| Sweat Lodge Grounds | Parks | 1.0 ha |
| Muncey Delaware Nation Park | Parks | 3.3 ha |
| Fingal Heritage Park | Parks | 0.6 ha |
| Fingal Ball Park | Parks | 5.1 ha |
| Memorial Trees | Parks | 0.1 ha |
| Fingal Wildlife Management Area | Nature Reserves | 294.5 ha |
| Deer Ridge Conservation Area | Nature Reserves | 20.1 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Frequently Asked Questions about Southwold
According to the 2021 census, Southwold has a population of approximately 4,851 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Southwold increased by 9.73%.
Southwold has a population density of approximately 16.10 people per square kilometre.
Southwold covers a land area of approximately 301.38 km².
The median age of the population in Southwold is 44.00 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Southwold is English.
The median household income in Southwold is $105,000, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Southwold.
Christian is the predominant religion in Southwold.
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.