The latest census compiled by the National Institute of Statistics confirmed that Lanzarote had 141,938 residents officially living on the island in 2009. The figures have increased in all municipalities and by 1.7% overall. The municipality of Yaiza covering the resort of Playa Blanca had the biggest influx with a growth of 7.7% followed by Teguise at 3.3%.
Arrecife: From 59,040 (2008) to 59,127 (2009) an increase of 0.1% Haría: From 5,188 (2008) to 5,249 (2009) an increase of 1.2% San Bartolomé: From 18,300 (2008) to 18,517 (2009) an increase of 1.2% Teguise: From 18,798 (2008) to 19,418 (2009) an increase of 3.3% Tías: From 19,487 (2008) to 19,849 (2009) an increase of 1.9% Tinajo: From 5,746 (2008) to 5,837 (2009) an increase of 1.6% Yaiza: From 12,947 (2008) to 13,941 (2009) an increase of 7.7% These figures were surprising as it was generally believed that the island’s population had decreased during the year with foreigners in particular heading home due to the world’s economic situation. Population by Nationality The other interesting fact from the data was that 40,623 (28.6%) of the 141,938 residents, that’s virtually three out of every ten residents weren’t born in Lanzarote and are registered as foreigners! The figures and chart below show the nationalities with more than 1,000 residents registered as living in Lanzarote:
(2) British 7,439 (3) Columbian 5,441 (4) Moroccan 4,297 (5) German 4,198 (6) Italian 2,018 (7) Ecuadorian 1,499 (8) Chinese 1,158 (9) Rumanian 1,076 (10) Others 13,497 The British are still the largest of the expat communities living in Lanzarote, the figure quoted is official residents, there are still many who either live here for less than six months a year or haven’t registered with the authorities. Historical facts and figures about Lanzarote in 2007: Lanzarote Facts & Figures, part one – population and land Lanzarote Facts & Figures, part two - economy Lanzarote Facts & Figures, part three – tourism, weather & vehicles |
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