Luton has a temperate marine climate, like much of the British Isles, with generally light precipitation throughout the year. Brighton is a trendy destination for tourists and is renowned for its cultural, music and arts scene, quirky shopping areas and diverse communities. Interestingly, although California is the largest state in the United States of America, it isn't the largest state in the Americas - that honor goes to Brazil's state of Sao Paulo with over 45 million residents. In total, 19% of the country's residents are expected to be foreign-born. Luton is one of the main locations of the University of Bedfordshire. The United States population is expected to rise to approximately 380 million in 2050. The population grew rapidly moving forward, and when the first official census was held in 1790 shortly after independence, the population had grown to nearly 4 million. An example of this is shown in the photograph to the right, the snowline being about 100m (328ft) above sea level. At the state level most, but not all states have English as their official language. An alternative suggestion is that the rose was a national emblem, and the thistle represents the Marquess of Bute, who formerly owned the Manor of Luton Hoo. [10] The town's foundation dates to the sixth century as a Saxon outpost on the River Lea, from which Luton derives its name. The population of the US continues to grow today, driven by a high level of immigration. The city's population is estimated at an impressive 8.4 million, which makes New York City larger than the second and third most populous cities in the United States, Los Angeles (4 million) and Chicago (2.7 million), combined. Whites will remain the single largest racial group in the US, but they will no longer be the majority. Indigenous populations were negatively affected by the arrival of European settlers, who brought new diseases such as smallpox that is believed to have killed over 50% of the population. [11] Agriculture dominated the local economy at that time, and the town's population was around 700 to 800. Both have been awarded Learning & Skills Beacon Status by the Department for Children, Schools and Families.[82][83]. Chicago came next with a total of 1,698,575, followed by Philadelphia, which came in at 1,293,679. [15] Production of commercial vehicles continues and the head office of Vauxhall Motors was in the town for many years, but relocated in 2019 to the village of Chalton, Bedfordshire on the northern border of the Borough of Luton. John Marshall was the secretary of state at the time and headed up census proceedings. A major event that affected the United States population in 1900 was the Galveston Hurricane. The United States census in the year 1900 was limited to the topics of population, mortality, manufacturing, and agriculture. The original town hall was destroyed in 1919 during Peace Day celebrations at the end of the First World War. [61], At the 2011 census, the religious affiliation of Luton was as follows:[8]. It did not recover until the late 18th century. Hertfordshire-based bus operator Uno also run buses on their 'Dragonfly' 610 route to Hatfield, Potters Bar and Cockforsters [80], Luton is also served by a large taxi network. IN THE CARE OF. In 2011, 46,756 were aged under 16, 145,208 were 16 to 74, and 11,237 were 75 or over.[58]. This plan includes a pilot year with the theme of Peace Riots starting in Spring 2019. Luton Airport opened in 1938, owned and operated by the council. M~T$B@B*LIWIyL(}AG5>O9T~ 0 3 47% of the population will be non-Hispanic whites, 29% will be Hispanics, and 5% of the population will be of Asian descent. According to data from the UK's Office for National Statistics (ONS), the current population of Luton is 213,500. 1.66% follow another religion while 8.81 did not state a religion. While the Protestant/Christian tradition is the clear majority at 48.9%, there are many varieties of Christianity, from the more conservative Baptists and Evangelicals to the generally more liberal Episcopalians and Quakers. Luton's economy has traditionally been focused on several different areas of industry, including car manufacturing, engineering and millinery. However, the estate gained a reputation for high levels of crime, poverty and unemployment, which culminated in a riot on the estate in July 1992 and another more serious riot three years later. 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Find out what statistics the population of the country, city, district on All-populations.com. [26], Luton is believed to have been founded by the Anglo-Saxons sometime in the 6th century. Absolute temperature extremes recorded at Rothamsted Research Station, 5 miles (8km) south south east of Luton town centre and at a similar elevation range from 17.0C (1.4F)[49] in December 1981 and 16.7C (1.9F) in January 1963[50] to 36.6C (97.9F) in July 2019[51] and 33.8C (92.8F) in August 1990[52] and July 2006. At the 2011 census (includes Hove population), Brighton's official population was 273,400. Brighton was devastated by a terrible storm in 1703 and residents left in droves, leaving only the poor behind. K^=UXyhXmAI)EQYo].o;Xbl^7xus-u1r_%pFzW0~JW! `h4@#pt8&VJ~;|\3HTM$6|l ?,hK-rh (D&$EJP&Q3xf+)J2GcRFdBNqEF|`#I8v*ctH2UuSQt!E4MTLe%mX o,#2)vm=yQ>LJ T> [29] A motte-and-bailey castle which gives its name to the modern Castle Street was built in 1139 but demolished by 1154. The theatre's programme consists of local amateur dramatic societies, pantomime, children's theatre (on Saturday mornings) and one night shows of touring theatre companies.[92]. In 2010, there were 308.7 million residents of the United States, as measured by the census. This increase will account for a large share of the overall population growth. The town grew: in 1801 the population was 3,095,[33] but by 1850 it was over 10,000 and by 1901 it was almost 39,000. The second-largest city was New York City with 25,000 people, followed by Boston with 15,000 residents, then Charleston with 12,000 residents, and Newport with 11,000 residents. At the 2011 census, the Luton built-up area subdivision had a population of 211,228[8] and its built-up area, including the adjacent towns of Dunstable and Houghton Regis, had a population of 258,018. Luton Borough Corporation had provided the borough with electricity since the early twentieth century from Luton power station, located adjacent to the railway. The current population of United States is, New York City was the largest city in the world, Pew Research Projected US Population by Race, Hispanic or Latino Origin by Race - American FactFinder B03002, Projections of the Size and Composition of the U.S. Population: 2014 - 2060. fxo]Rg0ohd1 6&HNy\ )2o In 2010, the largest racial group was white at 72% of the population. The French burned down the town in 1514 and again in 1545; however, it was quickly rebuilt, transforming into a flourishing town with a growing population. [30], The hat making industry began in the 17th century and became synonymous with the town.[31][32]. [39] The power station closed in 1968; in its final year of operation it delivered 3,192 MWh of electricity to the borough.[40]. A 2015 Census Bureau Report suggests that growth will slow somewhat, and projects a 2060 population of 417 million, with the country crossing the 400 million threshold in 2051. The council seeks to maintain and enhance the nature conservation interest of Kidney Wood, including its habitats while allowing public access for informal recreation including play. The University of Bedfordshire was created from a merger with the University of Luton;[18] two of its campuses are in Luton. Although legal documents are normally written in English, the United States has no official language at the federal level. However, today, Luton is moving towards a service based economy mainly in the retail and the airport sectors, although there is still a focus on light industry in the town. Estimates vary wildly, but it is commonly accepted that the indigenous population of the Americas (the continents of North and South America combined) was between 50 million and 100 million in the 1490s. Formal censuses were not carried out during the colonial era, but records show that the colonial population grew from a shaky start of just 3,800 in 1610 to over 1 million in 1750. h224R0Pw/+QL)624)IS0i@(s0ed AT~HeA~@bzj@ j It marked a major western expansion in the U.S. [73], Of the town's working population (classified 1674 years of age by the Office for National Statistics), 63% are employed. Its economy would be the eighth largest in the world, with roughly the same GDP as Italy, a European country of 61 million people. The total U.S. population in 1800 was 5,308,483. As of 2015, 14% of the United States population is foreign-born, compared to just 5% in 1965. Luton (/lutn/ (listen))[7] is a town and unitary authority with borough status, in Bedfordshire, England. It's also the most popular UK seaside resort for overseas tourists. The population development of Luton as well as related information and services (Wikipedia, Google, images). Population - Luton 184 900 people California was the most populated state in the U.S. in 2000 with 33,871,648 residents. Out of the total population, 12.5% reported as Hispanic or Latino (35,305,818 people). [9] It is the most populous town in the county, 18 miles from the County Towns of Hertford, 20 miles from Bedford and 29 miles from the Capital, London. The town also has a large Pakistani community which, along with the Irish, were attracted to employment at the Vauxhall car plant. It was followed by Los Angeles with a population of 3,792,621 and Chicago with a population of 2,695,598. The state with the second highest homeownership rate in 1900 was Idaho at 71.6%. Luton Council's strategic vision for the Arts, and Cultural and Creative industries includes the plan to bid for City of Culture Status. Additionally, the arrival of European settlers brought about war, massacres, and resettlement programs. The state with the highest GDP per capita is New York ($85,746) and the state with the lowest GDP per capita is Mississippi ($34,948). Native American languages are the primary language of 0.9% of residents. 3.6% of the population reported being of Asian descent, 0.1% reported Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander, and 5.5% of the population reported "some other race". endstream endobj 252 0 obj <>stream 33.8% of householders either rented their homes or lived in it without making cash rent payments. [20] Their nickname, 'The Hatters', dates back to when Luton had a substantial millinery industry, and their logo is based on the town's coat of arms. Shops and businesses in the remaining streets, particularly in the roads around Cheapside and in High Town, have been in decline ever since. The town is the largest town in the ceremonial county of Bedfordshire followed by Bedford.[46]. The United Kingdom Census 2011 showed that the borough had a population of 203,201,[56] a 10.2% increase from the previous census in 2001, when Luton was the 27th[57] largest settlement in the United Kingdom. endstream endobj 253 0 obj <>stream It's the home town of Luton Town Football Club who currently play in the English football EFL Championship[99] and whose history includes several spells in the top flight of the English league as well as a League Cup triumph in 1988. It lasted for nine months, with a census day of August 4th, and included two new states, Kentucky and Tennessee, and well as territory located northwest of the Ohio River and Mississippi Territory. Currently, the United States is 60.4% white. Brighton is often referred to synonymously with Brighton and Hove, although many people (mainly locals) still consider them to be separate towns. Speedway racing was once staged at Luton Stadium from 1934 to 1937.[100]. Young people make up the majority of this group and its numbers are consistently increasing. [78], A network of bus services run by Arriva Shires & Essex, Grant Palmer and Centrebus serves the urban area of Luton and Dunstable. There several substantial minority faiths in the United States. The population estimate translates into a population density of 49. The site was purchased by the Town Council in 1894 for use as a recreation ground and there is reference to it as West Ward Recreation Ground' in a 1911-year book. Name Status Population Estimate 1981-06-30 Population Estimate 1991-06-30 Population Estimate 2001-06-30 Population Estimate 2011-06-30 Population Estimate 2020-06-30; Luton: Unitary District: 164,800: 173,700: There are few routes through the hilly area for some miles, this has led to several major roads (including the M1 and the A6) and a major rail-link being constructed through the town. It's population density is 9,050 per square mile. The town forms the core part of the wider Luton built-up area which includes the nearby towns of Dunstable and Houghton Regis which are in Central Bedfordshire. The main shopping area in Luton is centred on the Mall Luton. Between 2000 and 2010, the Asian population experienced the fastest rate of growth among all major race groups, increasing by 43%, or 4.4 million people, in a decade. Population of Newcastle upon Tyne (Newcastle), . Council records state that the area was purchased under the Statutory Powers of the Public Health Acts. These colonies were: Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Georgia, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maryland, New York, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Rhode Island, and New Hampshire. Luton city population data has been obtained from public sources. 87.5% reported being not Hispanic or Latino. The Marsh Farm area of the town was developed in the mid to late 1960s as a large council housing estate, mostly to house the overspill population from London. Luton is also home to the Hat Factory, originally as its name suggests, this arts centre was in fact a real hat factory. It is also worth noting that a significant minority of 22.8% of the population identifies as having no religion or as Atheist/Agnostic. This will have huge implications for society as younger people work to fund the pensions and healthcare of the older generation. Spanish is the main language of 12.85% of residents and Chinese is the primary language of 0.64%. More specifically, regional population growth was higher between 2000 and 2010 in the South and West than in the Mideast and Northeast. The Chilterns are a mixture of chalk from the Cretaceous period[47] (about 66 145million years ago) and deposits laid at the southernmost points of the ice sheet during the last ice age (the Warden Hill area can be seen from much of the town). On his death in 1912 the estate passed to Lady Ludlow. Luton is home to the UK Centre for Carnival Arts (UKCCA),[87] the country's first purpose-built facility of its kind. Luton is a densely populated town in Bedfordshire with a total population of 213,5001and an area of 4,336 hectares. Sir Julius Wernher purchased the Luton Hoo Estate and the Manor of Luton from Madame de Falbe around 1903. This is a growth in the population of 9.7% from 2000. They stormed the town hall, setting it alight (see Luton Town Hall). Despite heavy camouflage, the factory made Luton a target for the Luftwaffe and the town suffered a number of air raids. Local people, including many ex-servicemen, were unhappy with unemployment and had been refused the use of a local park to hold celebratory events. The five largest denominations, in descending order of the number of congregations, were: Congregational, Presbyterian, Baptist, Episcopal, and Quakers. More recently immigrants from European countries have made Luton their home. Additionally, more post-World War II baby boomers are reaching old age, increasing the number of deaths. There are a wide variety of different Native American languages, many of which are on the endangered list. However, the most widely accepted approximation for the U.S. population in 1776 is 2.5 million. Its most populous states are California with a population of 39.5 million and Texas with a population of 28.7 million, and its most populous city is New York City with a population of 8.4 million. Interestingly, in the 2001 census, Brighton had the highest percentage of residents indicating their religion as 'Jedi' among all areas of England and Wales - around 330,000 total individuals responded as such. In 1907, Vauxhall Motors opened the largest car plant in the United Kingdom in Luton, during the Second World War, it built Churchill tanks[36] as part of the war effort. In 2000, 75.1% of the population reported their race as white,12.3% responded as black or African American, and 0.9% responded as American Indian and Alaska Native. A new light metro people mover track, Luton DART, is currently under construction; it will link the airport and Luton Airport Parkway railway station when it opens in 2022. h|oK0J\-A;7/8aEBf2:${_2%I.$)UA5LXSL /G[y-$iP.C^n{)k*X&oz/\t3[;% K`uz;xv~GjE/m* Luton (/ l u t n / ()) is a town and unitary authority with borough status, in Bedfordshire, England.At the 2011 census, the Luton built-up area subdivision had a population of 211,228 and its built-up area, including the adjacent towns of Dunstable and Houghton Regis, had a population of 258,018. Local inhabitants are known as Lutonians. Nearly 39 million immigrants have come to the US since 1965, with most coming from Asia and Latin America. Luton is located in a break in the eastern part of the Chiltern Hills. As a unitary authority, Luton Borough Council is responsible for the local highways and public transport in the borough and licensing of taxis.[81]. Luton Rugby Club are a local rugby union club based on Newlands Road, by the M1 motorway just outside Stockwood Park, who play in London 1 North. In the decade from 1990 to 2000, housing inventory in the United States went up by 13.3%, which translates to 13.6 million housing units. The towns of Brighton and Hove formed a unitary authority in 1997, and in 2001 Queen Elizabeth II granted the city status. The collection of rural crafts and trades held at Stockwood Discovery Centre was amassed by Thomas Wyatt Bagshawe, who was a notable local historian and a leading authority on folk life. The census took place over two weeks in areas with 8,000 or more residents and over one month in rural areas. The Hat Factory is a combined arts venue in the centre of Luton. 617,353. Luton has seen several waves of immigration. [27], The Domesday Book records Luton as Loitone and also as Lintone. There are 98 educational institutes in Luton seven nurseries, 56 primary schools (9 voluntary-aided, 2 special requirements), 13 secondary schools (1 voluntary-aided, 1 special requirements), four further educational institutes and four other educational institutes. The 2015 Census Report predicts that the percentage of the US population that is foreign-born will continue to increase, reaching 19% by 2060. Luton has a variety of parks ranging from district parks, neighbourhood parks, local open space and leisure gardens. For other uses, see, Like most long-held UK events on this date, before 1972, it was held during the Christian moving feast and discretionary holiday of, Department for Children, Schools and Families, Learn how and when to remove this template message, List of urban areas in the United Kingdom, "Population Estimates for UK, England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, Mid-2019", "Local Area Report Luton Built-up area sub-division (E35000963)", "Local Area Report Luton Built-up area (E34004983)", "SPC: St Pancras to Chesterfield Line | SPC1: St Pancras to Bedford", "Power Court: Luton Town football stadium gains planning permission", "Are you interested in your culture & heritage? A sizeable proportion of the population (23%) also identifies as Catholic; again, the views of these individuals vary widely and many are likely to consider themselves to be Catholic while only nominally practicing that faith. Luton has a wide range of sports clubs. Therefore, while in the years ahead, the religious demographics of the United States are likely to continue to shift, the majority of the population will almost certainly wish to protect the rights of those of all faiths and of none. Bedfordshire had a reputation for brick making but the industry is now significantly reduced. [84] Some schools were rebuilt before the programme was scrapped by the coalition government. Stockwood Park is a large municipal park near Junction 10 of the M1. 45 states belonged to the Union in 1900. There are samples of local lace from as early as the 17th century. The 2000 census brought significant revisions to the questions regarding race and Hispanic origin to gather a more accurate picture of the population's evolving racial diversity. With a population near 280,000 by 2018, the population density comes to nearly 3,480 people living per square kilometer. [2] The wheatsheaf was used on the crest to represent agriculture and the supply of straw used in the local hatmaking industry (the straw plaiting industry was brought to Luton by a group of Scots under the protection of Sir John Napier of Luton Hoo).
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