MigrantoImmigrants in Saint Helena
409 foreigners live in Saint Helena — 0% of the country's population
Immigrants in Saint Helena by country
The 3 largest groups make up 100% of all immigrants
| Country | Immigrants |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 323 |
| South Africa | 86 |
By region of origin
79% of immigrants come from Europe
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Immigrant population in Saint Helena over time
Foreigners living in Saint Helena, by year
| Year | Immigrants |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 159 |
| 1995 | 104 |
| 2000 | 97 |
| 2005 | 140 |
| 2010 | 207 |
| 2015 | 313 |
| 2020 | 363 |
| 2024 | 409 |
Largest groups over time
The 5 largest groups in Saint Helena, by year
| Year | British | South Africans |
|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 127 | 32 |
| 1995 | 83 | 21 |
| 2000 | 77 | 20 |
| 2005 | 111 | 29 |
| 2010 | 163 | 44 |
| 2015 | 247 | 66 |
| 2020 | 287 | 76 |
| 2024 | 323 | 86 |
Fastest-changing groups
How each group's numbers have changed since the selected year
Data source: International Migrant Stock 2024 (UN DESA, Population Division)
Frequently asked questions
How many foreigners live in Saint Helena?
Around 409 immigrants live in Saint Helena — the world's #229 largest immigrant population.
How many British live in Saint Helena?
Around 323 British live in Saint Helena — about 79% of all immigrants, the largest group.
Is the immigrant population in Saint Helena growing?
Yes — over the past decade, the number of immigrants in Saint Helena has grown from 313 to 409, about 31%.
Where does the data on immigrants in Saint Helena come from?
The source is International Migrant Stock 2024 (UN DESA, Population Division). It counts people born abroad who now live in Saint Helena. Their children born in Saint Helena are not included.
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