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Census 2011
The National Census
The census is a count of the population in the UK.
Every ten years everyone is asked the same questions on the same day to give a complete picture of the nation.
This information helps central and local governments make key decisions about future policies, planning, services and funding for local communities.
2011 Census
The last census took place on 27 March 2011
- Find out more about the 2011 Census (external link)
Past Census Information
- A copy of the 2001 Census form, with all the questions that were asked, can be found at the Office of National Statistics website (external link)
- 2001 and earlier census results information online (external link)
- More information about the census past and present (external link)
More UK Statistics
Related Service: Local Demographic Information
Contact details
Contact: Customer Contact Centre
Department: Office for National Statistics
Email: info@statistics.gov.uk
Telephone: 0845 601 3034
Visit: http://www.ons.gov.uk Room 1.101, Government Buildings, Cardiff Road,, Newport, South Wales , NP10 8XG