Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico, Prince Edward Island Population & Demographics: Is It a Good Place to Live?

Population Characteristics

According to the latest census, Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico has a population of around 359 people. The township's population is in increased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico has increased by ▲ 12.89%.

2026 Population Projection

Based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.46% observed between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico's population is projected to reach approximately 405 people by 2026, with a projected population density of around 11.22 people per km².

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.

Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico Population Trend & Context

Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico is the 29th-largest township in Prince Edward Island, with a 2021 census population of 359 — an increase of 41 (▲ 12.89%) people from the 318 recorded in 2016.

The township's population has grown steadily over this period, reflecting broader growth trends among Prince Edward Island townships. The township's median age of 56 years — above the national median of 41.9 — suggests a mature, established community rather than a rapidly growing one.

How does Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico compare to other Prince Edward Island townships?

• Warren Grove: 374 (2021)
• Crapaud: 361 (2021)
• Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico: 359 (2021) ← 29th largest
• Abram-Village: 340 (2021)
• Hampshire: 339 (2021)

Population By Genders

The male population of Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico is around 190 while the female population is around 170.

Of the 359 total population in Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico, the largest gender is male with around 190 women within the population.

Is Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico a Good Place to Live?

Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Prince Edward Island, its own province. Draw your own conclusions from the actual numbers.

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico Population Compared to Prince Edward Island

Prince Edward Island's population in 2021 was 154,331, spread across the area. Here's how Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico compares to the township's key indicators:

Population by Age Characteristics

Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 60 to 64 years old, accounting for 16.90% of the total population. The township median age is 56.00.

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 66.20% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 15 to 64 years, account for 22.50% and 66.20%, respectively.

If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico are within the 15 to 64 years age group.

Population of Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico by Ethnicity and Origin

The population of Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico is quite diverse, which contributes to the township's vibrant cultural landscape. Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico is inclusive and accepts various ethnic groups with open arms. Furthermore, the township appreciates the unique contributions that each ethnicity brings.

The top 5 ethnicities and origins in Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico are Scottish, which accounts for 45.61% of the total population, followed by English (38.60%), Irish (36.84%), Acadian (15.79%), and Canadian (10.53%).

Other ethnicities and origins in Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico include German, American, French, Norwegian, and Northern European.

Immigration Profile

Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico's population profile.

About 8.8% of Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico's population are immigrants (25 people).

The top countries of origin for Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico's immigrant population are United Kingdom (10), Brazil (0), Colombia (0), El Salvador (0), Guyana (0).

Household and Dwelling Characteristics

About 140 of Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.

Household Size

About 25.00% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 11.65% of the population. 4 persons, 3 persons, and 5 or more persons households account for 6.65%, 3.35%, and 3.35%, respectively.

Income in Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico

Analyzing income distribution in Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.

Per Capita Income

According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico is $40,000.

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 Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico population or around 60 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the $50,000 to $79,999, and $30,000 to $49,999 with around 50 and 30 people, respectively.

Household Income

The Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico's median household income is $81,000, according to 2020 data.

Below national average Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico's median household income is 3,000 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 Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico

This data sheds light on the distribution of Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico 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.

72.70% or most of the Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 36.35% of the population has a Bachelor's degree or higher, 20.60% has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 6.75% has No certificate, diploma or degree.

Above national average 36.4% of Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).

Employment in Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico

This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.

The data shows that the unemployment rate in Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico is at 9.62% which is very high.

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 Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico's population (around 54.30%) are working permanent position as an employee.

Self-employed

In the township, there are 20 men and 10 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 30.

Employment Industry Sectors

The Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.

Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (26%) works in the educational services sector. The Public administration sector comes second at 11%, followed by Manufacturing at 9%.

Labour Market Snapshot

A quick snapshot of where Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.

Top employer sectors in Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico: Educational services (26%), Public administration (11%), -33 Manufacturing (9%)

Top occupation categories in Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico: Sales and service occupations (34%), Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (17%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (17%)

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.

Commuting

The data sheds light on how Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico 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 Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico residents and sustainable urban planning.

Commuting Duration

This data reveals the average time that the residents of Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico 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.

Marital Status

The statistics on marital status in Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rusticoshed 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 Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.

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 Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico. About 340 people living in the province speak English, 15 people speak Neither English nor French, 5 people speak French language, and 5 people speak English and French language.

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.

Religion

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• Malpeque Bay 1,191
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• Brackley 586
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• Hampshire 339
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• Murray Harbour 282
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• Hazelbrook 220
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Frequently Asked Questions about Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico