| Population aged 15 years and over by principal economic status and sex | |||
| Principal Economic Status | Male | Female | Total |
| At work | 2,098 | 1,997 | 4,095 |
| Looking for first regular job | 46 | 35 | 81 |
| Unemployed having lost or given up previous job | 401 | 221 | 622 |
| Student | 482 | 491 | 973 |
| Looking after home/family | 34 | 689 | 723 |
| Retired | 388 | 365 | 753 |
| Unable to work due to permanent sickness or disability | 165 | 150 | 315 |
| Other | 3 | 3 | 6 |
| Total | 3,617 | 3,951 | 7,568 |