“Statistical Area in Paris Agglomeration” a sign proclaims. The Rue des Villegranges might seem like any other street in Les Lilas, but it holds a story of population shifts and communal living. We are standing in the Villegranges statistical area. It’s part of the larger Paris Agglomeration.
Let’s delve into the numbers. In 2007, the Villegranges area had an estimated population of 2534. By 2015, that number decreased to 2304. The estimates for 2021 show a slight further decrease to 2295 residents.
Looking closer at the 2021 data. The gender distribution reveals 1075 males and 1221 females. The age groups break down as follows: 407 residents are between 0 and 17 years old. A significant 1616 are between 18 and 64 years old. The 65 and older group comprises 344 people.
Further breaking down the age distribution. We see 138 residents are 75 or older. 222 are between 60 and 74. 519 are between 45 and 59. 663 are between 30 and 44. The 15 to 29 age group includes 418 individuals. Finally, 337 residents are between 0 and 14 years old.
In terms of citizenship. 1928 residents are French citizens. 367 hold foreign citizenship. Regarding immigration. 1826 residents are not immigrants. 469 are immigrants.
The Rue des Villegranges offers a glimpse into the demographic tapestry of the Paris Agglomeration. These numbers tell a story of change and stability. This is a story of a community adapting over time.