Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, North Battleford No. 437 has a population of around 687 people. The township's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of North Battleford No. 437 has decreased by -5.24%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 725 | 687 | --5.24% |
2026 Population Projection
North Battleford No. 437's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 687 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Population By Genders
The male population of North Battleford No. 437 is around 350 while the female population is around 340.
Of the 687 total population in North Battleford No. 437, the largest gender is male with around 350 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 350 | 340 | -2.86% |
Is North Battleford No. 437 a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how North Battleford No. 437 compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Saskatchewan, 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 Townships Near North Battleford No. 437
- Battle River No. 438 (27.5 km)
- Douglas No. 436 (27.6 km)
- Round Hill No. 467 (30.0 km)
- Meota No. 468 (31.8 km)
- Glenside No. 377 (46.0 km)
- Mayfield No. 406 (49.3 km)
- Buffalo No. 409 (51.4 km)
- Turtle River No. 469 (59.2 km)
- Meeting Lake No. 466 (60.1 km)
- Redberry No. 435 (61.3 km)
- Rosemount No. 378 (63.0 km)
- Eagle Creek No. 376 (66.3 km)
- Cut Knife No. 439 (67.5 km)
- Medstead No. 497 (68.3 km)
- Reford No. 379 (69.1 km)
Population by Age Characteristics
North Battleford No. 437 has an aging population. The majority of the population is people aged 55 to 59 years old, accounting for 9.50% of the total population. The township median age is 46.80.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55 to 59 years | 35 10.00% | 30 8.80% | 14.29% | 65 9.50% |
| 5 to 9 years | 30 8.60% | 25 7.40% | 16.67% | 55 8.00% |
| 15 to 19 years | 25 7.10% | 25 7.40% | 0.00% | 55 8.00% |
| 65 to 69 years | 30 8.60% | 20 5.90% | 33.33% | 55 8.00% |
| 60 to 64 years | 30 8.60% | 20 5.90% | 33.33% | 50 7.30% |
| Median age of the population | 48 48.00% | 44 43.60% | 10.42% | 47 46.80% |
| 10 to 14 years | 20 5.70% | 30 8.80% | 33.33% | 45 6.60% |
| 35 to 39 years | 20 5.70% | 25 7.40% | 20.00% | 45 6.60% |
| 50 to 54 years | 25 7.10% | 20 5.90% | 20.00% | 45 6.60% |
| Average age of the population | 44 43.60% | 42 42.40% | 2.29% | 43 43.00% |
| 40 to 44 years | 20 5.70% | 25 7.40% | 20.00% | 40 5.80% |
| 45 to 49 years | 15 4.30% | 20 5.90% | 25.00% | 40 5.80% |
| 70 to 74 years | 20 5.70% | 20 5.90% | 0.00% | 40 5.80% |
| 20 to 24 years | 20 5.70% | 10 2.90% | 50.00% | 30 4.40% |
| 0 to 4 years | 15 4.30% | 10 2.90% | 33.33% | 25 3.60% |
| 25 to 29 years | 15 4.30% | 10 2.90% | 33.33% | 25 3.60% |
| 30 to 34 years | 5 1.40% | 10 2.90% | 50.00% | 20 2.90% |
| 75 to 79 years | 15 4.30% | 10 2.90% | 33.33% | 20 2.90% |
| 80 to 84 years | 10 2.90% | 10 2.90% | 0.00% | 20 2.90% |
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 60.60% of the population. The other age groups, 65 years and over and 0 to 14 years, account for 21.20% and 18.20%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in North Battleford No. 437 are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
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Photos of Places & Sceneries in North Battleford No. 437
Population of North Battleford No. 437 by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of North Battleford No. 437 is quite diverse, which contributes to the township's vibrant cultural landscape. North Battleford No. 437 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 German, which accounts for 30.83% of the total population, followed by French (25.56%), English (23.31%), Ukrainian (20.30%), and Irish (18.80%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Newfoundland and Labrador include Scottish, Canadian, Polish, Dutch, and Russian.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| German | 26.47% | 35.38% | 30.83% |
| French | 26.47% | 24.62% | 25.56% |
| English | 23.53% | 24.62% | 23.31% |
| Ukrainian | 22.06% | 18.46% | 20.30% |
| Irish | 10.29% | 27.69% | 18.80% |
| Scottish | 19.12% | 18.46% | 18.05% |
| Canadian | 16.18% | 16.92% | 16.54% |
| Polish | 17.65% | 12.31% | 15.79% |
| Dutch | 4.41% | 7.69% | 5.26% |
| Russian | 5.88% | 3.08% | 4.51% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of North Battleford No. 437's population profile.
About 5.3% of North Battleford No. 437's population are immigrants (35 people).
The top countries of origin for North Battleford No. 437's immigrant population are United Kingdom (10), Syria (0), Turkey (0), China (0), Hong Kong (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 10 |
| Syria | 0 |
| Turkey | 0 |
| China | 0 |
| Hong Kong | 0 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 250 of North Battleford No. 437's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 22.65% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 8.50% of the population. 5 or more persons, 3 persons, and 4 persons households account for 6.60%, 5.65%, and 5.65%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 120 | 22.65% |
| 1 person | 45 | 8.50% |
| 5 or more persons | 35 | 6.60% |
| 3 persons | 30 | 5.65% |
| 4 persons | 30 | 5.65% |
Income in North Battleford No. 437
Analyzing income distribution in North Battleford No. 437 can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within North Battleford No. 437 is $47,600.
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 North Battleford No. 437 population or around 85 people falls in the $30,000 to $49,999 group. The next largest groups are the $10,000 to $29,999, and $50,000 to $79,999 with around 75 and 70 people, respectively.
Household Income
The North Battleford No. 437's median household income is $100,000, according to 2020 data.
Above national average North Battleford No. 437's median household income is 16,000 dollars above 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 North Battleford No. 437
This data sheds light on the distribution of North Battleford No. 437 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.
61.20% or most of the North Battleford No. 437 population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. 26.25% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, 23.05% has a Bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.80% has No certificate, diploma or degree.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 255 | 270 | 530 | 61.20% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 125 | 125 | 245 | 26.25% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 50 | 150 | 200 | 23.05% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 80 | 50 | 135 | 13.80% |
Below national average 23.1% of North Battleford No. 437's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in North Battleford No. 437
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in North Battleford No. 437. 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 2.68% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 65.18% |
| Unemployment rate | 2.68% |
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 North Battleford No. 437's population (around 53.30%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the township, there are 100 men and 10 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 110.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 100 | 10 | 110 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The North Battleford No. 437 industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in North Battleford No. 437 is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
North Battleford No. 437 has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (24%) works in the agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting sector. The Health care and social assistance sector comes second at 20%, followed by Construction at 8%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 85 | 0 | 24% |
| Health care and social assistance | 10 | 70 | 20% |
| Construction | 30 | 0 | 8% |
| Educational services | 0 | 25 | 8% |
| Retail trade | 25 | 0 | 7% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 0 | 15 | 7% |
| Wholesale trade | 15 | 0 | 5% |
| Finance and insurance | 0 | 20 | 5% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 10 | 0 | 4% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 0 | 0 | 3% |
| Public administration | 0 | 10 | 3% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Information and cultural industries | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Accommodation and food services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where North Battleford No. 437 residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in North Battleford No. 437: Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (24%), Health care and social assistance (20%), Construction (8%)
Top occupation categories in North Battleford No. 437: Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations (23%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (21%), Health occupations (16%)
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.
| Work Location | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usual place of work | 90 | 120 | 210 | 58.30% |
| Worked at home | 75 | 30 | 110 | 30.60% |
| No fixed workplace address | 35 | 10 | 40 | 11.10% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how North Battleford No. 437 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 North Battleford No. 437 residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of North Battleford No. 437 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.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 43.10% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 39.20% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 9.80% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 5.90% |
| 60 minutes and over | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in North Battleford No. 437shed 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 North Battleford No. 437'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 North Battleford No. 437. About 680 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.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 680 |
| French | 5 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor 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 | 93.5% | 97.8% |
| Non-official languages | 5.1% | 1.4% |
| French | 0.7% | 0.0% |
Religion
North Battleford No. 437 is predominantly Christian. About 455 of its population is Christian (220 males and 220 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 | 68.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in North Battleford No. 437
Hospitals
Schools
- North Battleford Comprehensive High School
- Atoskewin Success Center
- Holy Family School
- Bready Elementary School
- Connaught Elementary School
- Ecole Pere Mecure
- McKitrick Community School,
- Connaught Elementary School
- Notre Dame School
- Notre Dame School
- McKitrick Community School,
- John Paul II Collegiate
- John Paul II Collegiate
- Sakewew High School
- Sakewew High School
- St. Mary's School
- Phoenix School
- Lawrence Elementary School
- Ecole Monseigneur Blaise Morand
- Bready Elementary
- Ecole Pere Mecure
- Battleford Central School
- Ecole Monseigneur Blaise Morand
- Battleford Central School
- St. Vital School
- Phoenix School
- Lawrence Elementary School
- Sharon Schools
Parks
- Kinsmen Park
- Holy Family Park
- Peace Park
- College Heights Park
- Confederation Park
- Kinsmen Park
- Riverview Park
- McPhail Park
- Battleford Flats
- Senator Herb Sparrow Park
- Centennial Park
- Henry Bergen Memorial Park
- Rotary Park
- Fair Grounds
- Heritage Park
- Coronation Park
- Fairview Park
Libraries
Community Centres
Places to Visit in North Battleford No. 437
Museums
- North Battleford Sports Hall of Fame & Museum
- Fort Battleford
- Fort Battleford NHS Visitor Centre
- Western Development Museum North Battleford
- Fred Light Museum
- Chapel Gallery
- Allen Sapp Gallery: The Gonor Collection
- Saskatchewan Baseball Museum
Attractions
Historic Sites
- Cenotaph
- Fire Hall Bell
- Government House (Battleford)
- Fort Battleford
- British Commonwealth WW2 Air Training Base
- East Hill School
- Battleford Court House
- Land Titles (Registry) Office
- Government House
Theatres
Green Spaces in North Battleford No. 437
| Name | Type | Approx. Area |
|---|---|---|
| Kinsmen Park | Parks | 3.0 ha |
| Holy Family Park | Parks | 5.7 ha |
| Peace Park | Parks | 0.9 ha |
| College Heights Park | Parks | 0.9 ha |
| Confederation Park | Parks | 1.1 ha |
| Kinsmen Park | Parks | 4.0 ha |
| Riverview Park | Parks | 1.0 ha |
| McPhail Park | Parks | 0.2 ha |
| Battleford Flats | Parks | 25.1 ha |
| Senator Herb Sparrow Park | Parks | 0.1 ha |
| Centennial Park | Parks | 31.7 ha |
| Henry Bergen Memorial Park | Parks | 0.1 ha |
| Rotary Park | Parks | 0.5 ha |
| Fair Grounds | Parks | 26.3 ha |
| Heritage Park | Parks | 0.5 ha |
| Coronation Park | Parks | 0.4 ha |
| Fairview Park | Parks | 1.6 ha |
| Fort Battleford | National Parks | 2.3 ha |
Areas are approximate, calculated from OpenStreetMap boundary data.
Frequently Asked Questions about North Battleford No. 437
According to the 2021 census, North Battleford No. 437 has a population of approximately 687 people.
Between 2016 and 2021, the population of North Battleford No. 437 decreased by 5.24%.
North Battleford No. 437 has a population density of approximately 0.90 people per square kilometre.
North Battleford No. 437 covers a land area of approximately 792.18 km².
The median age of the population in North Battleford No. 437 is 46.80 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in North Battleford No. 437 is German.
The median household income in North Battleford No. 437 is $100,000, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in North Battleford No. 437.
Christian is the predominant religion in North Battleford No. 437.
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.