2031 Hong Kong Population: Top Growth Districts Revealed
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According to the latest population projections by the Planning Department, Hong Kong's population distribution is expected to undergo significant changes by 2031. The total population will increase by approximately 3.8% to 7.82 million, with notable shifts in regional growth. Yuen Long and Kwun Tong will see the most significant population increases, while central districts like Wan Chai and Yau Tsim Mong will experience population declines, reflecting the challenges of urban planning and an aging population.
Data Sources: Planning Department, Census and Statistics Department
Q: Which three districts will have the highest population by 2031?
Yuen Long is expected to surpass Sha Tin as the most populous district with 761,000 people. Kwun Tong will follow closely with 691,000, and Sha Tin will place third with 668,000.
Q: Which three districts will have the lowest population by 2031?
The districts with the lowest populations are expected to be Yau Tsim Mong (267,000), Central and Western District (223,000), and Wan Chai (146,000).
Q: Which three districts will see the highest population growth by 2031?
Yuen Long will experience the highest growth, with an increase of 88,000 people. Kowloon City’s population will rise by 45,000, and the Outlying Islands will see a remarkable increase of 157,000 people, reflecting improved infrastructure and housing availability. However, districts like Yau Tsim Mong, Wan Chai, and Central and Western District will face population decline, likely due to aging demographics and the high cost of living in urban areas.
Q: Where can I find the detailed results of the population distribution projections for 2023 to 2031?
The detailed results of the projected population distribution for 2023 to 2031 are published in the "Population Distribution Projections 2023-2031" report.
| District | 2023年人口 | 2031年人口 |
|---|---|---|
| Sham Shui Po | 439,000 | 439,000 |
| Yau Tsim Mong | 304,000 | 267,000 |
| Kowloon City | 415,000 | 460,000 |
| Wong Tai Sin | 407,000 | 397,000 |
| Kwun Tong | 671,000 | 691,000 |
| Central & Western | 231,000 | 223,000 |
| Wan Chai | 163,000 | 146,000 |
| Eastern | 522,000 | 467,000 |
| Southern | 262,000 | 267,000 |
| Sha Tin | 703,000 | 668,000 |
| Tai Po | 317,000 | 343,000 |
| North | 342,000 | 436,000 |
| Yuen Long | 673,000 | 761,000 |
| Tuen Mun | 539,000 | 586,000 |
| Sai Kung | 504,000 | 539,000 |
| Islands | 196,000 | 353,000 |
| Tsuen Wan | 313,000 | 296,000 |
| Kwai Tsing | 498,000 | 483,000 |
In summary, the population shifts in Hong Kong by 2031 will not only affect the number of people in various districts but will also shape future regional development and policy-making, with an increasing need for sustainable urban planning.
