Hazelbrook, Prince Edward Island Population & Demographics: How Many People Live Here?

Data source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population — View the official Hazelbrook census dataset on Statistics Canada

This article shows the demographic data and statistics of Hazelbrook. It is a township in Canada that encompasses a land area of 8.09 km2. The township has a population density of 27.20 people per km2.

We highlight the Hazelbrook township's various population characteristics. From gender, age distribution, ethnicity, household and dwelling, and income to spoken languages, occupation, and religion.

Hazelbrook on the Map

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Hazelbrook location on the map. View in Google Map

Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Hazelbrook has a population of around 220 people. The township's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Hazelbrook has increased by 13.99%.

Population in 2016Population in 2021Difference
193220 +13.99%

2026 Population Projection

Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.65% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Hazelbrook's population is projected to reach approximately 251 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 31.03 people per km².

Population in 2021Projected Population in 2026Projected Density in 2026 (per km²)
22025131.03

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 Hazelbrook is around 100 while the female population is around 120.

Of the 220 total population in Hazelbrook, the largest gender is female with around 120 women within the population.

MaleFemaleDifference
100120 +16.67%

Is Hazelbrook a Good Place to Live?

Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Hazelbrook compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Prince Edward Island, its own province. Draw your own conclusions from the actual numbers.

Employment & Economy

15.0%
Unemployment rate
4.7 pts above the province
51.5%
Employment rate
7.5 pts below the province
60.6%
Participation rate
5.2 pts below the province

Income & Affordability

$0
Median household income
$73,500 below the province
0.0%
Below low-income threshold (LIM-AT)
13.8 pts below the province

Commute

61.6%
Commute under 30 minutes
18.9 pts below the province
100.0%
Commute by car
7.6 pts above the province
0.0%
Commute by public transit
1.4 pts below the province

Housing Character

94.1%
Single-detached houses
26.2 pts above the province
0.0%
Apartments (any building size)
18.1 pts below the province

Household Composition

2.60 people
Average household size
0.30people above the province
31.3%
One-person households
2.4 pts above the province

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

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Population by Age Characteristics

Hazelbrook has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 35 to 39 years old, accounting for 9.10% of the total population. The township median age is 39.60.

DataMaleFemaleDifferenceTotal
Average age of the population43 43.20%42 41.60% 4.63%42 42.20%
Median age of the population40 40.40%38 38.00% 4.95%40 39.60%
35 to 39 years10 10.00%15 12.50% 33.33%20 9.10%
55 to 59 years10 10.00%10 8.30% 0.00%20 9.10%
65 to 69 years10 10.00%5 4.20% 50.00%20 9.10%
5 to 9 years5 5.00%5 4.20% 0.00%15 6.80%
10 to 14 years5 5.00%10 8.30% 50.00%15 6.80%
20 to 24 years5 5.00%5 4.20% 0.00%15 6.80%
30 to 34 years5 5.00%5 4.20% 0.00%15 6.80%
50 to 54 years5 5.00%10 8.30% 50.00%15 6.80%
60 to 64 years5 5.00%10 8.30% 50.00%15 6.80%
70 to 74 years5 5.00%10 8.30% 50.00%15 6.80%
0 to 4 years0 0.00%10 8.30% 100.00%10 4.50%
15 to 19 years5 5.00%5 4.20% 0.00%10 4.50%
25 to 29 years5 5.00%10 8.30% 50.00%10 4.50%
40 to 44 years5 5.00%5 4.20% 0.00%5 2.30%
45 to 49 years0 0.00%0 0.00% 0.00%5 2.30%
75 to 79 years5 5.00%0 0.00% 100.00%5 2.30%
80 to 84 years5 5.00%5 4.20% 0.00%5 2.30%

Broader Age Groups

If the township'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 61.40% of the population. The other age groups, 15 to 64 years and 65 years and over, account for 61.40% and 22.70%, respectively.

If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Hazelbrook are within the 15 to 64 years age group.

DataMaleFemaleTotal

Photos of Places & Sceneries in Hazelbrook

Population of Hazelbrook by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Hazelbrook is quite diverse, which contributes to the township's vibrant cultural landscape. Hazelbrook 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 Scottish, which accounts for 45.95% of the total population, followed by Irish (35.14%), English (21.62%), Canadian (8.11%), and German (5.41%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Italian, Ghanaian, Barbadian, African American, and Yugoslavian.

Ethnicity and OriginMaleFemalePercentage in Population
Scottish52.94%38.10%45.95%
Irish23.53%47.62%35.14%
English17.65%23.81%21.62%
Canadian0.00%9.52%8.11%
German0.00%0.00%5.41%
Italian0.00%9.52%5.41%
Ghanaian0.00%0.00%0.00%
Barbadian0.00%0.00%0.00%
African American0.00%0.00%0.00%
Yugoslavian0.00%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 Hazelbrook's population profile.

About 5.4% of Hazelbrook's population are immigrants (10 people).

The top countries of origin for Hazelbrook's immigrant population are United Kingdom (10), Italy (0), Netherlands (0), Poland (0), Portugal (0).

Only using 25% sample data.
Country of BirthPopulation
United Kingdom10
Italy0
Netherlands0
Poland0
Portugal0

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 80 of Hazelbrook's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.

Household Size

About 18.75% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 15.65% of the population. 3 persons, 4 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 9.40%, 6.25%, and 3.15%, respectively.

Number of Person(s) in HouseholdTotalPercentage
2 persons3018.75%
1 person2515.65%
3 persons159.40%
4 persons106.25%
5 or more persons53.15%

Income in Hazelbrook

Analyzing income distribution in Hazelbrook can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Hazelbrook 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 township's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.

Most of Hazelbrook 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 Hazelbrook's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.

Below national average Hazelbrook'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 township'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 township's income distribution, disparities, and trends.

Education Levels in Hazelbrook

This data sheds light on the distribution of Hazelbrook 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.

69.90% or most of the Hazelbrook population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 23.15% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 22.50% has a Bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.05% has No certificate, diploma or degree.

Only using 25% sample data.
DegreeMenWomenTotalPercentage
Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree809518569.90%
High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate15356523.15%
Bachelor's degree or higher10456022.50%
No certificate, diploma or degree010103.05%

Below national average 22.5% of Hazelbrook's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Hazelbrook

This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Hazelbrook. 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 9.09% which is very high.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusPercentage
Employment rate51.52%
Unemployment rate9.09%

Working as an Employee

The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the township who work as an employee. The majority of Hazelbrook's population (around 61.90%) are working permanent position as an employee.

Self-employed

In the township, there are 10 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 15.

Only using 25% sample data.
StatusMenWomenTotal
Self-employed10015

Employment Industry Sectors

The Hazelbrook industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Hazelbrook is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.

Hazelbrook has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (19%) works in the health care and social assistance sector. The Construction sector comes second at 14%, followed by Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting at 10%.

Only using 25% sample data.
IndustryMenWomenPercentage
Health care and social assistance01519%
Construction15014%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting0010%
Manufacturing10010%
Professional, scientific and technical services01010%
Public administration0010%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction000%
Utilities000%
Wholesale trade000%
Retail trade000%
Transportation and warehousing000%
Information and cultural industries000%
Finance and insurance000%
Real estate and rental and leasing000%
Management of companies and enterprises000%
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services000%
Educational services000%
Arts, entertainment and recreation000%
Accommodation and food services000%
Other services (except public administration)000%

Labour Market Snapshot

A quick snapshot of where Hazelbrook residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.

Top employer sectors in Hazelbrook: Health care and social assistance (19%), Construction (14%), Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (10%)

Top occupation categories in Hazelbrook: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (29%), Business, finance and administration occupations (14%), Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (14%)

Places of Work

The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the township. 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 work15254552.90%
Worked at home10102023.50%
No fixed workplace address2002023.50%
Worked outside Canada0000.00%

Commuting

The data sheds light on how Hazelbrook 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 Hazelbrook residents and sustainable urban planning.

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Hazelbrook spend traveling to their workplaces. It also sheds light on the efficiency of the township's public transit systems, and road networks, as well as the accessibility of the township.

Only using 25% sample data.
DurationPercentage
15 to 29 minutes46.20%
30 to 44 minutes23.10%
Less than 15 minutes15.40%
60 minutes and over15.40%
45 to 59 minutes0.00%

Marital Status

The statistics on marital status in Hazelbrookshed 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 township's social fabric. We can gain insights into Hazelbrook's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.

Married or living common-law
63.89%
Married or living common-law
36.11%

Language Spoken

The data below highlights township'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 Hazelbrook. About 210 people living in the province speak English, 10 people speak French, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.

LanguagePopulation
English210
French10
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
English97.7%97.7%
Non-official languages2.3%0.0%
French0.0%0.0%

Religion

Hazelbrook is predominantly Christian. About 160 of its population is Christian (65 males and 65 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
Christian86.5%
Buddhist0.0%
Hindu0.0%
Jewish0.0%
Islam0.0%
Sikh0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions about Hazelbrook

According to the 2021 census, Hazelbrook has a population of approximately 220 people.

Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Hazelbrook increased by 13.99%.

Hazelbrook has a population density of approximately 27.20 people per square kilometre.

Hazelbrook covers a land area of approximately 8.09 km².

The median age of the population in Hazelbrook is 39.60 years.

The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Hazelbrook is Scottish.

The median household income in Hazelbrook is $0, based on 2020 data.

English is the most common first official language spoken in Hazelbrook.

Christian is the predominant religion in Hazelbrook.

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.