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Demographic Analysis of Blueberry Hill-Brigadoon-Stoneybrook-Baralto: Population Density and Growth Patterns in a Light Urban Area
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Demographics
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Population
Population Density
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Demographics
Population
Population Density
The Blueberry Hill-Brigadoon-Stoneybrook-Baralto neighborhood in Lexington-Fayette, Kentucky, is classified as a Light Urban area based on its population density. In 2022, the neighborhood had 23,150 residents with a density of 8,668.92 people per square mile, characteristic of densely populated suburban or light urban environments.
Population data from 2010 to 2022 shows a general trend of growth with fluctuations. Between 2010 and 2016, the population increased from 20,538 to 23,305, with density rising from 7,690.81 to 8,726.96 people per square mile, indicating rapid development.
From 2016 to 2022, population growth stabilized and slightly declined. The 2022 population of 23,150 represents a small decrease from the 2019 peak of 23,504 residents, suggesting the neighborhood has reached a development plateau.
The estimated 8,869 housing units for the 2022 population, based on the national average household size of 2.61 persons, suggests a mix of housing types including single-family homes, townhouses, and low to mid-rise apartment buildings.
This neighborhood, part of the Lexington-Fayette, likely has well-developed urban infrastructure with access to public transportation, shopping centers, and recreational facilities. It may serve as a transitional zone between denser urban centers and less dense suburban areas.
Despite being in an urban county, the neighborhood maintains a moderate population density, suggesting the presence of green spaces or lower-density areas within its boundaries.
The recent slight population decline could be due to changing housing preferences, economic shifts, or the impact of global events on urban population dynamics. However, the overall stability in population numbers indicates the neighborhood remains an attractive residential area within the Lexington-Fayette urban area.
