In total, 5080 in the region were claiming out of work benefits that month, 83 per cent more than the same time in 2019.
Youth unemployment in the 18-24 age group was also up 94 per cent locally compared to last year.
Meanwhile, 17,900 workers were still furloughed in August, while those claiming Self-Employment Income Support Scheme (SEISS) funds were 6200.
In total, this 34 per cent of the working age population.
