Denman and Hornby Islands Population Increased Significantly from 2016 to 2021

community · 2021 Census · Denman Island and Hornby Island

According to the 2021 Census, Denman Island's population increased by 19% to 1,391 residents and Hornby Island's population increased by 21% to 1,225 residents since 2016. Both islands have fewer persons per dwelling compared to provincial and national averages.

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Sources

• “Denman now has 1,391 residents... Hornby has 1,225... These populations increased over the 2016 Census by 19 percent and 21 percent respectively... On average... Denman has 2.00 and Hornby has 1.87 persons per dwelling.” — The Islands Grapevine – February 17th, 2022 (February 17th, 2022)

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