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2011 Census: Who we are. How we live. What we do.

Welcome to the 2011 Census for England and Wales

People

The future provision of population statistics and the next census

Recommendation from the National Statistician and Chief Executive of the UK Statistics Authority published 27 March.
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People

The future provision of population statistics and the next census

Recommendation from the National Statistician and Chief Executive of the UK Statistics Authority published 27 March.
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NEW: Interactive map

Explore our interactive census map showing the percentage of single people by area and sex.
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NEW: Statistical release

Detailed Characteristics on travel to work and car or van availability for local authorities in England and Wales.
Migration

NEW: Statistical release

Detailed Characteristics on approximated social grade for middle layer super output areas and 2011 Census merged wards in England and Wales.
Workday population

NEW: Statistical release

Local Characteristics on travel to work and car or van availability for output areas in England and Wales.

Census statistics help paint a picture of the nation and how we live. They provide a detailed snapshot of the population and its characteristics, and underpin funding allocation to provide public services.

The population of England & Wales on Census Day, 27 March 2011, was 56,075,912.

Census results 

2011 Census data
Start here to access all census data tables.
Beta Data Explorer and ONS Open API
Take a look at the beta versions of our new tools to find, explore and re-use 2011 Census data online.
New: Supplementary tables
Supplementary Local Characteristics tables on residence type, ethnic group, national identity, proficiency in English, Long-term health problem or disability, and highest level of qualification.
Statistical release
European Commission Census Regulation Statistics
Statistical release
Detailed Characteristics on travel to work and car or van availability for local authorities in England and Wales.
Statistical release
Detailed Characteristics on approximated social grade for middle layer super output areas and 2011 Census merged wards in England and Wales.

Latest 2011 Census Analysis: The stories behind the data

For more stories, see our new 2011 Census Analysis pages.

NEW: Stepfamilies in 2011
Census analysis looking at stepfamilies in England and Wales.
Census suggests 1.1 million households in England and Wales were overcrowded
Analysis on occupancy ratings by household type.

Census interactive: Uncover your local area

NEW: Interactive map - Life expectancy
Explore our interactive map showing healthy life expectancy and disability free life expectancy at different ages across England.
Interactive map - Single people
Explore our interactive census map showing the percentage of single people by area and sex.
2011 Census comparator tool
Compare the size and structure of the England & Wales population by country, region or local authority. Includes comparison with 2001 Census statistics.
We're producing new interactive content all the time. See what we've done so far and check back regularly for new content.

The National Statistician's recommendation on the future of the census.

This short video shows the National Statistician, Jil Matheson, outlining her recommendation for the future of the census. More 2011 Census videos are available on the ONS YouTube channel.

Microdata teaching file
This file provides a small sample of non-disclosive microdata as an educational tool.
Census interactive
Compare areas, previous census data, see data stories and uncover the picture in your area.
Census analysis
Get behind the data with census stories and videos.
Census user guide
All the information you need in order to understand and use statistics from the 2011 Census.
Census data catalogue
Products and releases from the 2011 Census in England and Wales
UK Censuses
Data from the UK 2011 Censuses.
Beta Data Explorer and Open API
ONS launches the beta Data Explorer and Open API ahead of the full release in 2014.

Coming soon

23 May 2014:

  • Workday population statistics for Middle Layer Super Output Areas (MSOAs) and Output Areas in England and Wales (Part 2)
  • Workplace population statistics for workplace zones and Middle Layer Super Output Areas (MSOAs) in England and Wales
  • Armed Forces statistics for local authorities in England and Wales
  • Migration statistics for Wales
Our 2011 Census prospectus holds details of forthcoming releases, and the 2011 census data catalogue holds details of all releases to date.
Top 5: Last month's most popular tables
Top 5: Last month's most popular releases
Top 5: Last month's most popular analysis
Data for your area
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