Census
The next census in England and Wales will be in 2021. The Census Transformation Programme (CTP) will ensure its success by making the best use of all available data to enhance the provision of population statistics.
The next census and beyond
Census 2021 outputs consultation
We carried out a three-month long consultation on our proposed design of 2021 Census outputs.
Integrated Data for Population Statistics Conference 2018
We held a research conference on 9 and 10 July 2018 at the University of Surrey. The theme was “Integrated data – combining data to answer society’s biggest questions”.
23 July 2018: Administrative Data Census - Annual Assessment
This report is the third assessment, using a set of evaluation criteria, of how we’ve progressed on our Administrative Data Census project.
Administrative Data Census Project
We are investigating the feasibility of moving to a census based on administrative data after 2021. Learn about our progress and research outputs here.
Census Transformation Programme
Designing the 2021 Census and beyond, including the use of administrative data.
Census data and background
All census data
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2011 Census
Data, release information, analysis, background and history of the 2011 Census for England and Wales
2011 UK censuses
Statistics from the UK censuses of England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland paint a picture of the nation and how we live
2001 and earlier censuses
Data, design and background information for earlier censuses
Census Customer Services
Our customer service team provide expert advice and guidance on every census