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Data and analysis from Census 2021

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Census 2021 dictionary

Definitions, variables and classifications to help when using Census 2021 data.

  • Area type definitions

    Includes definitions for countries, electoral wards, Output Areas (OAs) and health areas.

  • Measurements used in Census 2021 data

    Includes definitions for usual resident, person, household, family and communal establishment.

  • Variables by topic

    Variables for use with research and analysis using Census 2021 data.

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