23 June 2017
Jersey's resident population at the end of 2016 was estimated as 104,200.
The latest report shows that during 2016:
- the resident population increased by 1,500 people
- net inward migration accounted for 1,300 of the increase
- natural growth (the excess of births over deaths) accounted for 200
Total net inward migration of 1,300 in 2016 comprised of approximately:
- 200 net inward ‘licensed’ employees and their dependents
- 1,100 net inward ‘registered’ employees and their dependents
During the last 10 years, the resident population has increased by 11,900 people
Net migration has accounted for three-quarters (75%) of the total population growth over the last 10 years.
Jersey Resident Population 2016 Estimate report
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