The phrase "local populace" refers to the people who live in a particular place or community, usually a small area or neighborhood. It includes individuals who are residents or citizens of that specific location. Full definition
Complementing the sun's luxuriant warmth is the friendly welcome you'll receive from TCI's congenial local populace. (breakingtravelnews.com)
These outsiders brought their skills and religious beliefs with them, some of which they tried to impose on the local populace. (religion.blogs.cnn.com)
Wouldn't it make more sense for deity to reveal itself in ways that make sense to the local populace? (rachelheldevans.com)