Guernsey population (live estimate)

Guernsey is predominantly English-speaking today, but it also has a distinct linguistic heritage in the form of Guernésiais, a Norman variety of French traditionally spoken on the island. English is now the main language of government, education, and everyday life. French has historical significance in administration and law, and written French remains visible in certain formal and ceremonial contexts. Guernésiais survives as a minority heritage language with a small number of fluent speakers and a larger group with partial knowledge.

Guernsey has a relatively small population, concentrated in a few towns and villages on the island. The community includes native islanders and residents from the United Kingdom and other countries, attracted by employment, climate, and tax conditions. Demographic change, including immigration and generational shifts, has reinforced the dominance of English in daily life. Younger generations are more likely to be monolingual English speakers, with limited exposure to Guernésiais except through cultural initiatives.

The cities shown here represent major urban centres with populations over 50,000, as defined by the UN Degree of Urbanisation (DEGURBA) methodology. Smaller towns and rural settlements are not included.