MigrantoImmigrants in Saint Helena
409 foreign-born residents — the #229 largest immigrant population in the world
Where immigrants come from
The top 3 countries account for 100% of all immigrants
| Country | Immigrants |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 323 |
| South Africa | 86 |
By region of origin
Europe is the leading region of origin at 79%
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How immigration changed over time
Total immigrant population by year
| Year | Immigrants |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 159 |
| 1995 | 104 |
| 2000 | 97 |
| 2005 | 140 |
| 2010 | 207 |
| 2015 | 313 |
| 2020 | 363 |
| 2024 | 409 |
Top sources over time
Immigration from the 5 largest source countries
| Year | United Kingdom | South Africa |
|---|---|---|
| 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 origins
How immigration from each country has changed since the selected year
Data source: International Migrant Stock 2024 (UN DESA, Population Division)
Frequently asked questions
How many immigrants live in Saint Helena?
Around 409 foreign-born residents live in Saint Helena, making it the #229-largest immigrant population in the world.
How has immigration to Saint Helena changed over the past decade?
Over the past decade, the immigrant population in Saint Helena has grown from 313 to 409 people, a growth of about 31%.
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