Cornwall has experienced a notable aging population, with the proportion of people aged 65 and over increasing from 21.7% to 25.3% over the last decade. As of the 2021 Census, there were 144,200 individuals aged 65 and over living in Cornwall, up from 115,241 in 2011. Additionally, the average age of the population has risen from 45 to 47 years. This trend reflects a broader national trend of aging populations across England and Wales.
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