Comparisons

Glasgow's population age structure compared to Scotland
Pop age Glas v Scot 2021
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In comparison to Scotland, Glasgow has a larger ‘working age’ population (aged 16-64) and a lower proportion of older people. Much of this difference can be accounted for by the large student population who attend colleges and universities in Glasgow.

Additional Resources

  • Resource
    Thursday, 26 May 2011

    Your Better Life Index

    A new, interactive index allowing users to measure and compare their lives.
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    Sunday, 1 November 2009

    Miniature Glasgow - Video

    An extension of the GCPH's work profiling Glasgow's health, produced in collaboration with the International Future Forum.
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    Monday, 3 April 2006

    Let Glasgow Flourish

    A comprehensive report on health and its determinants in Glasgow and West Central Scotland
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