The Quick Statistics series generally provides information about a single census topic. The classifications used are usually the full versions with the most categories so provide the most detailed information available from the census about the topic. Like the Key Statistics, these tables are available from national level down to the very small census output areas.

QS101EW - Residence type

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents in England and Wales by residence type (household or communal resident). It also includes an estimate of the number of communal establishments in which persons sleeping rough were present. This is different from 2001 census table UV01 in which estimates of the number of persons sleeping rough were provided separately. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

QS102EW - Population density

This dataset provides 2011 estimates of the usual resident population of England and Wales. The dataset also shows the population density, as well as the size of the geographical area. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011. Area boundaries are as at the end of 2011.

Similar estimates from the 2001 Census were provided in table UV02

QS103EW - Age by single year

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents in England and Wales by single year of age. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

Age estimates provide key demographic information needed by all users of census data. Single year of age data can be used to build detailed profiles and trends that play an important part for local authorities and other public authorities in influencing the resourcing and provision of services for particular groups of residents, for example children and older people.

Similar single year of age estimates from the 2001 Census were provided in table UV04.

QS104EW - Sex

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents in England and Wales by sex. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

This key demographic topic provides information needed by all users of census data, and is essential for producing statistical breakdowns of the population, population estimates and projections.

Similar estimates from the 2001 Census were provided in table UV03.

QS105EW - Schoolchildren and full-time students at their non term-time address

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify, at their non term-time address, schoolchildren and full-time students aged 4 and over in England and Wales, by sex. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

In most census results students are counted at their term-time address to help to provide an accurate measure of the usually resident population in that area. A small number of census results identify students separately at their non term-time address to provide basic information for that area out of term-time.

Similar estimates from the 2001 Census were provided in table UV05.

QS106EW - Second address

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents in England and Wales by their use of a second address, and whether that second address is inside or outside the UK. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

A second address is an address at which a person stays for more than 30 days per year that is not their place of usual residence.

This is the first time estimates of second homes have been provided from the census and, not only will it provide better understanding of the fluidity of the population, it will allow local authorities to plan and make policy decisions for the provision of services.

QS108EW - Living Arrangements

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents in England and Wales who are aged 16 and over and living in households by their living arrangements. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

Estimates of living arrangements help to identify and understand the changing patterns of marriage, cohabitation and partnerships within households and provide evidence of the different experiences for people associated with different arrangements that can help to inform the social inclusion agenda.

Living arrangements differ from marital and civil partnership status because cohabiting takes priority over other categories. For example, if a person is divorced and cohabiting, then in results for living arrangements they are classified as cohabiting.

References to civil partnerships are not present in estimates from the 2001 Census which was conducted before the introduction of same-sex civil partnerships in December 2005. In addition, unlike the 2001 Census, in 2011 no account was taken of those in a second or subsequent marriage, but, the 2001 living arrangements estimates in UV82 can be made broadly similar by collapsing the appropriate categories.

QS110EW - Adult lifestage (alternative adult definition)

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents aged 16 and over in households in England and Wales by adult lifestage. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

Adult lifestage classifies adults in households by age, the number of people in the household, and the presence of dependent children. The definition of an adult used (aged 16 and over) is the alternative version used in a small number of census results.

These estimates provide new insight into the family structure of individuals that are available from the census for the first time.

QS111EW - Household lifestage

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify households in England and Wales by the household lifestage of the Household Reference Person (HRP). The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

Household lifestage classifies households according to the age of the Household Reference Person , whether they are in a one- or two-person household, and for two-person households, the presence of dependent children in the household.

These estimates, available from the census for the first time, provide new insight into the household structure.

QS112EW - Household composition - People

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents in England and Wales living in households by the relationships between household members (the household composition). The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

Estimates that provide insight into household and family relationships aid in the analysis of social structure and help to monitor the changes in the composition and types of households. They are used to inform planning for the services needed to support different types of households and families, for example lone parents, a high concentration of children, or large families. This allows local authorities to assess levels of overcrowding or to identify areas with the potential for higher than average birth rates and an increased demand for health and other services.

Similar estimates from the 2001 Census were provided in table UV46.

QS113EW - Household composition - Households

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify households in England and Wales living by the relationships between household members (the household composition). The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

Estimates that provide insight into household and family relationships aid in the analysis of social structure and help to monitor the changes in the composition and types of households. They are used to inform planning for the services needed to support different types of households and families, for example lone parents, a high concentration of children, or large families. This allows local authorities to assess levels of overcrowding or to identify areas with the potential for higher than average birth rates and an increased demand for health and other services.

Similar estimates from the 2001 Census were provided in table UV65.

QS114EW - Household composition (alternative child and adult definition) - People

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents in England and Wales living in households by household composition (using the age of the household members, with no account of the relationships between them). The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

Estimates that provide insight into household and family relationships aid in the analysis of social structure and help to monitor the changes in the composition and types of households. They are used to inform planning for the services needed to support different types of households and families, for example lone parents, a high concentration of children, or large families. This allows local authorities to assess levels of overcrowding or to identify areas with the potential for higher than average birth rates and an increased demand for health and other services.

Similar estimates from the 2001 Census were provided in table UV47.

QS115EW - Household composition (alternative child and adult definition) - Households

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify households in England and Wales by household composition (using the age of the household members, with no account of the relationships between them). The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

Estimates that provide insight into household and family relationships aid in the analysis of social structure and help to monitor the changes in the composition and types of households. They are used to inform planning for the services needed to support different types of households and families, for example lone parents, a high concentration of children, or large families. This allows local authorities to assess levels of overcrowding or to identify areas with the potential for higher than average birth rates and an increased demand for health and other services.

Similar estimates from the 2001 Census were provided in table UV66.

QS116EW - Household type

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify households in England and Wales by the type of family present. This classification differs from household composition in the way it treats households with more than one family. Where more than one family is present in a household, a priority order is used to select, from among all family types present, the type used to classify the household. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

Estimates that provide insight into household and family relationships aid in the analysis of social structure and help to monitor the changes in the composition and types of households. They are used to inform planning for the services needed to support different types of households and families, for example lone parents, a high concentration of children, or large families. This allows local authorities to assess levels of overcrowding or to identify areas with the potential for higher than average birth rates and an increased demand for health and other services.

Similar estimates from the 2001 Census were provided in table UV68.

QS117EW - People aged 18 to 64 living in a one adult household

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents in England and Wales aged 18 to 64 by whether or not they live in a single adult household. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

Similar estimates from the 2001 Census were provided in table UV48.

QS118EW - Families with dependent children

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify families in households in England and Wales by the number of dependent children in the family. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

Estimates of dependent children are used by the Department of Education and others to monitor the status and changes in the number, characteristics and family circumstances of children, to inform policy and target the provision of services particularly to those in vulnerable groups.

Similar estimates from the 2001 Census were provided in table UV06 with the highest grouping of dependent children being 2 or more. For 2011 this has increased to 3 or more, however the age groups remain the same.

QS119EW - Households by deprivation dimensions

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify households in England and Wales by four dimensions of deprivation: Employment, Education, Health and disability, and Household overcrowding. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

A household is classified as being deprived in none, or one to four of these dimensions in any combination.

Similar estimates from the 2001 Census were provided in table UV67 however there have been some minor changes to the definition of these dimensions, including the removal of the age restriction on employment.

QS121EW - Armed Forces

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents in England and Wales who are members of the armed forces by residence type (household or communal resident). The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

Similar estimates from the 2001 Census were provided in table UV81.

QS201EW - Ethnic group

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents in England and Wales by ethnic group. The ethnic group classification used is the standard 18-category classification corresponding to the tick box response options on the census questionnaire. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

This information is used to help understand what the population perceive their ethnic group or background to be. It also helps public bodies to develop policy to assess the needs of different population groups and meet statutory obligations relating to race equality.

Similar information from the 2001 Census was provided in table UV09.

QS202EW - Multiple ethnic groups

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify households in England and Wales by the diversity in ethnic group of household members in different relationships. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

The information helps to provide a better understanding of communities and is used for the government-wide race equality and community cohesion strategy, which seeks to improve race equality outcomes in areas such as housing, education, health and criminal justice for all groups across society.

Similar information from the 2001 Census was provided in table UV69.

QS203EW - Country of birth (detailed)

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents in England and Wales by country of birth. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

The country of birth categories include member countries as at March 2001 and accession countries April 2001 to March 2011.

These statistics are used to allocate resources and to develop and monitor policy, to assess the needs of particular groups in the population, for example those migrating from outside the EU; to analyse trends in migration; to forecast future migration patterns, and for the planning and provision of facilities and services.

Similar information from the 2001 Census was provided in table UV08.

QS204EW - Main language (detailed)

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents aged 3 and over in England and Wales by their main language. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

This is the first time this information has been available from the census. Estimates are used to help central government, local authorities and the NHS allocate resources and provide services for non-English speakers. It also helps public service providers effectively target the delivery of their services. For example, translation and interpretation services and material in alternative languages.

QS205EW - Proficiency in English

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents aged 3 and over in England and Wales by their proficiency in English. The proficiency in English classification corresponds to the tick box response options on the census questionnaire. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

This is the first time this information has been available from the census. Estimates are used to help central government, local authorities and the NHS allocate resources and provide services for non-English speakers. It also helps public service providers effectively target the delivery of their services. For example, translation and interpretation services and material in alternative languages.|

QS206WA - Welsh language skills

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents aged 3 and over in Wales by Welsh language skills. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

This information helps Welsh public bodies understand the extent to which the Welsh language is used. It is also used for policy development and monitoring and provides data for the allocation of grants to support the Welsh language.

Similar information from the 2001 Census was provided in table UV84

QS207WA - Welsh language skills (detailed)

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents in Wales by Welsh language skills. This is similar to the classification used in estimates from the 2001 Census, provided in table UV13. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

This information helps public bodies to understand the extent to which the Welsh language is used and, therefore, to meet their statutory duties under the Welsh Language Act 1993. It is also used for policy development and monitoring, and provides data for the allocation of grants to support the Welsh language.

QS208EW - Religion

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents in England and Wales by religion. The classification used follows the tick box options on the questionnaire and also whether this question was answered, as this was a voluntary question. It does not include any religion that has been provided as a write-in response. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

The statistics help in developing and monitoring policy aimed at assessing the needs of population groups whose experiences of public services and social interaction, for example employment and education, may be different to those in other groups. This information is used to plan services and target resources, and allows public authorities to assess and tackle discrimination and social exclusion associated with religion. This information is also used by the NHS and local authorities to plan services for people from a wide range of religious backgrounds and to monitor their access to services, for example to inform policies on hospital chaplains or public literature and broadcasting.

Similar estimates from the 2001 Census were provided in table UV15.

QS210EW - Religion (detailed)

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents in England and Wales by religion. The classification used follows the tick box options on the questionnaire and includes those religions included in the write-in response. It also includes whether this question was answered, as this was a voluntary question. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

The statistics help in developing and monitoring policy aimed at assessing the needs of population groups whose experiences of public services and social interaction, for example employment and education, may be different to those in other groups. This information is used to plan services and target resources, and allows public authorities to assess and tackle discrimination and social exclusion associated with religion. This information is also used by the NHS and local authorities to plan services for people from a wide range of religious backgrounds and to monitor their access to services, for example to inform policies on hospital chaplains or public literature and broadcasting.

QS211EW - Ethnic group (detailed)

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents in England and Wales by ethnic group. Although not using the full ethnic group classification, it provides much more detail than the 2001 estimates in table UV09. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

This information helps public bodies meet statutory obligations relating to race equality. It is also used for resource allocation and to develop and monitor policy on improving the life-chances for disadvantaged groups, including many ethnic minority groups. The statistics provide a better understanding of communities and are used for the government-wide race equality and community cohesion strategy, which seeks to improve|race equality outcomes in areas such as housing, education, health and criminal justice for all groups across society. Additionally, the Ministry of Defence uses the information to provide a benchmark against which to measure ethnic minority recruitment and representation in the armed forces.|

QS212EW - Passports held

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents in England and Wales by passports held. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

This is the first time that this information has been available from the census. The information will help measure the local populations of citizens of other countries living in the UK. It will enable comprehensive international research to compare the origins and destinations of migrants. Eurostat, the statistical office of the European Union, uses this information in its migration analysis.

The statistics can also be used to calculate what proportion of the population eligible to vote actually registers to vote. The statistics are likely to be needed for the proposed electoral reforms. The information will be used to evaluate the quality, accuracy and completeness of local electoral registers.

QS213EW - Country of birth (expanded)

This table provides 2011 Census estimates that classify the usual resident population on census day (27 March 2011) by country of birth. The country of birth classification used in this table is an expanded 215 category classification that provides more detail than Quick Statistics table QS203. The table contains data for regions in England and for Wales.

QS214EW - National Identity (detailed)

This table provides 2011 Census estimates that classify the usual resident population by national identity, for regions, counties, London boroughs, districts and unitary authorities in England and Wales on census day (27 March 2011). National identity is a persons assessment of their own identity with respect to the country or countries with which they feel an affiliation. It is not dependent on legal nationality or ethnic group. The national identity classification used in this table is a 91 category classification.

QS301EW - Provision of unpaid care

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents in England and Wales by the number of hours of unpaid care they provide. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

The provision of unpaid care is a key indicator of care needs and has important implications for the planning and delivery of health and social care services. This information helps local government plan and allocate resources and social services departments to provide support services and advice for carers.

Similar information from the 2001 Census was provided in table UV21.

QS302EW - General health

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents in England and Wales by the state of their general health. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

The health classification used related to the five tick boxes on the questionnaire. These were changed from the three classifications available in table UV20 in 2001 to improve harmonisation of census estimates with other sources of health data results.

This information is used to allocate health resource and service provision, and to develop and monitor policy on the delivery of health care, the reduction of health inequalities and the assessment of progress towards improving the general health of the population.

QS303EW - Long-term health problem or disability

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents in England and Wales by long-term health problems or disabilities. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

The information is used to help develop and monitor equality policy. These policies relate especially to the delivery of health care, assessment of progress towards better population health, and the reduction of health inequalities. Statistics on disability are also useful for devising policies to improve access to services, such as adult education and leisure facilities.

Estimates from the 2001 Census in table UV22 provided information about the number of people who had a limiting long-term illness.

QS401EW - Accommodation type - People

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents in households in England and Wales by accommodation type. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

This information identifies the type and amount of housing in each area, along with changes in the state of the housing stock. This provides a firm basis for assessing current and future demand and helps with calculating whether enough appropriate forms of housing are available, or if help (in the form of housing grants) may be needed.

Similar estimates from the 2001 Census were provided in table UV42

QS402EW - Accommodation type - Households

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify households in England and Wales by accommodation type. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

This information identifies the type and amount of housing in each area, along with changes in the state of the housing stock. This provides a firm basis for assessing current and future demand and helps with calculating whether enough appropriate forms of housing are available, or if help (in the form of housing grants) may be needed.

Similar estimates from the 2001 Census were provided in table UV56

QS403EW - Tenure - People

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents in households in England and Wales by the tenure of the household. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

The classification used corresponds to the tick box response options on the census questionnaire for household tenure (whether owned or rented) and the type of landlord for rented accommodation, for example council or housing association.

This information helps central and local government assess changes in housing demand and allocate resources to revise and develop housing plans and policies. It also allows better understanding of the make-up of social and privately rented accommodation.

Similar estimates from the 2001 Census were provided in table UV43

QS404EW - Tenure - Household Reference Person aged 65 and over

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify households with a Household Reference Person (HRP) aged 65 and over in England and Wales by tenure. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

This information helps central and local government assess changes in housing demand and allocate resources to revise and develop housing plans and policies. It also allows better understanding of the make-up of social and privately rented accommodation.

Similar estimates from the 2001 Census were provided in table UV45.

QS405EW - Tenure - Households

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify households in England and Wales by tenure. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

The classification used corresponds to the tick box response options on the census questionnaire for household tenure (whether owned or rented) and the type of landlord for rented accommodation, for example council or housing association.

This information helps central and local government assess changes in housing demand and allocate resources to revise and develop housing plans and policies. It also allows better understanding of the make-up of social and privately rented accommodation.

Similar estimates from the 2001 Census were provided in table UV63

QS406EW - Household size

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify household spaces with at least one usual resident in England and Wales by household size. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

This information is used to help central and local government assess changes in overcrowding. It provides data to help identify households in unsuitable accommodation, to tackle deprivation, develop appropriate housing policies, plan future housing provision and allocate resources

Similar estimates from the 2001 Census were provided in table UV51.

QS407EW - Number of rooms

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify household spaces with at least one usual resident in England and Wales by the number of rooms. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

It provides data to help identify households in overcrowded or unsuitable accommodation. This information is used by central and local government to tackle deprivation, develop appropriate housing policies and plan future housing provision.

Similar estimates from the 2001 Census were provided in table UV57 however the maximum number of rooms category has increased from eight rooms or more, to nine rooms or more.

QS408EW - Occupancy rating (rooms)

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify households in England and Wales by occupancy rating based on the number of rooms in the household. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

This information is used to provide a measure of under-occupancy and over-crowding to allow central and local government to develop appropriate housing policies and plan future housing provision.

Similar estimates from the 2001 Census were provided in table UV59.

QS409EW - Persons per room - Households

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify households in England and Wales by the number of persons per room. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

This information is used to provide a measure of under-occupancy and over-crowding to allow central and local government to develop appropriate housing policies and plan future housing provision.

Similar estimates from the 2001 Census were provided in table UV58

QS410EW - Persons per room - People

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents in households in England and Wales by the number of persons per room. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

This information is used to provide a measure of under-occupancy and over-crowding to allow central and local government to develop appropriate housing policies and plan future housing provision.

Similar estimates from the 2001 Census were provided in table UV83

QS411EW - Number of bedrooms

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify household spaces with at least one usual resident in England and Wales by the number of bedrooms. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

This is the first time this information has been available from the census. This helps to identify households living in overcrowded accommodation and provides local authorities with the information they need to tackle housing problems.

QS412EW - Occupancy rating (bedrooms)

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify households in England and Wales by occupancy rating based on the number of bedrooms in the household. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

This information is used to provide a measure of under-occupancy and over-crowding to allow central and local government to develop appropriate housing policies and plan future housing provision.

This is the first time this information has been available from the census. This helps to identify households living in overcrowded accommodation and provides local authorities the information they need to tackle housing problems.

QS413EW - Persons per bedroom - Households

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify households in England and Wales by the number of persons per bedroom. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

This is the forst time this information has been available from the census. It is used to provide a measure of under-occupancy and over-crowding to allow central and local government to develop appropriate housing policies and plan future housing provision.

QS414EW - Persons per bedroom - People

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents in households in England and Wales by the number of persons per bedroom. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

This is the first time this information has been available from a census. The information is used to provide a measure of under-occupancy and over-crowding to allow central and local government to develop appropriate housing policies and plan future housing provision.

QS415EW - Central heating

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify occupied household spaces in England and Wales by the types of central heating present. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

The central heating classifications used in this dataset follow the single tick box options on the questionnaire with an additional category for multiple tick options. Although similar to the estimates provided from the 2001 Census in table UV60, central heating was grouped with other household amenities and did not provide this level of detail.

This information will support work on housing deprivation where access to central heating is used as a measure of deprivation. It will also contribute to work being undertaken by both central and local government; to meet the thermal comfort criteria of the decent homes standard; related work on assessing housing fitness; development of policies to improve housing quality; and to direct resources to the areas of greatest need.

QS416EW - Car or van availability

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify households in England and Wales by the number of cars or vans available. It also provides an estimate of the total number of cars and vans in an area. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

This information helps central and local government with transport planning, dealing with congestion, and assessing the need for investment in public transport and roads. It can also be used support the provision of accessible services and the development and implementation of transport policy, especially in rural areas.

Similar estimates from the 2001 Census were provided in table UV62.

QS417EW - Household spaces

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify household spaces in England and Wales as those with none, and those with at least one usual resident. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

This information is used to help central and local government assess changes in overcrowding. It provides data to help identify households in unsuitable accommodation, to tackle deprivation, develop appropriate housing policies, plan future housing provision and allocate resources.

Similar estimates from the 2001 Census were provided in table UV53.

QS418EW - Dwellings

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify dwellings in England and Wales as either shared or unshared. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

Census estimates on dwellings are used as a baseline for the annual dwelling stock estimates produced by the Department for Communities and Local Government, and to revise published estimates of dwelling stock for past inter-censal years. These statistics are used as evidence in policy making by both central and local government, and in the development and production of other government statistics.

Similar estimates from the 2001 Census were provided in table UV55

QS419EW - Position in communal establishment

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents in communal establishments in England and Wales by their position within the establishment. The classification matches the options on the questionnaire and helps differentiate between staff and residents. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

Census estimates provide the most comprehensive and accurate source of data on the population resident in communal establishments. Information about the characteristics of people living in a range of institutions, particularly those in medial and care establishments, are important for a range of social policy issues and for local service planning and resource allocation. This includes accounting for the needs of an ageing population and the social policies associated with long-term care of the sick and elderly.

Similar estimates from the 2001 Census were provided in table UV71.

QS420EW - Communal establishment management and type - Communal establishments

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify communal establishments in England and Wales by management and type of establishment. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

Census estimates provide the most comprehensive and accurate source of data on the population resident in communal establishments. Information about the characteristics of people living in a range of institutions, particularly those in medical and care establishments, are important for a range of social policy issues and for local service planning and resource allocation. This includes accounting for the needs of an ageing population and the social policies associated with long-term care of the sick and elderly.

Similar estimates from the 2001 Census were provided in table UV70.

QS421EW - Communal establishment management and type - People

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents of communal establishments in England and Wales by the management and type of communal establishment. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

Census estimates provide the most comprehensive and accurate source of data on the population resident in communal establishments. Information about the characteristics of people living in a range of institutions, particularly those in medial and care establishments, are important for a range of social policy issues and for local service planning and resource allocation. This includes accounting for the needs of an ageing population and the social policies associated with long-term care of the sick and elderly.

Similar estimates from the 2001 Census were provided in table UV73.

QS501EW - Highest level of qualification

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents aged 16 and over in England and Wales by their highest level of qualification. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

This information identifies educational achievement across the population to help government resource allocation and policy making, especially in relation to disadvantaged population groups and educationally deprived areas.

Similar estimates from the 2001 Census were provided in table UV24 however the category "Apprenticeship" is identified separately in 2011 estimates to provide more detail.

For more information about qualifications please see Part 4 of the 2011 Census User Guide at http://www.ons.gov.uk/ons/guide-method/census/2011/census-data/2011-census-user-guide/information-by-variable/index.html

QS502EW - Qualifications gained

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents aged 16 and over in England and Wales by qualifications gained. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

The information identifies educational achievement across the population to help government resource allocation and policy making, especially in relation to disadvantaged population groups and educationally deprived areas.

Although similar estimates from the 2001 Census were provided in table KS13, changes to the categorisation of qualifications means that some categories in 2011 estimates are either identified separately (for example the categories "Apprenticeship", "Professional qualifications" and "Foreign qualifications") or are in a different category than they were in the 2001 estimates.

For more information about qualifications please see Part 4 of the 2011 Census User Guide at http://www.ons.gov.uk/ons/guide-method/census/2011/census-data/2011-census-user-guide/information-by-variable/index.html

QS601EW - Economic activity

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents aged 16 to 74 in England and Wales by economic activity. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

The census concept of economic activity is compatible with the standard for economic status defined by the International Labour Organisation (ILO). It is one of a number of definitions used internationally to produce accurate and comparable statistics on employment, unemployment and economic status. The data will be used by local and regional authorities, central government departments, other public sector bodies, academics and research institutions to understand, and develop policies for local labour markets, employment and unemployment.

Similar estimates from the 2001 Census were provided in table UV28.

QS602EW - Economic activity of Household Reference Person

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify Household Reference Persons in England and Wales by economic activity. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

This is the first time this information has been available from the census. The census concept of economic activity is compatible with the standard for economic status defined by the International Labour Organisation (ILO). It is one of a number of definitions used internationally to produce accurate and comparable statistics on employment, unemployment and economic status. The data will be used by local and regional authorities, central government departments, other public sector bodies, academics and research institutions to understand, and develop policies for local labour markets, employment and unemployment.

QS603EW - Economic activity - Full-time students

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify full-time students aged 16 and 74 in England and Wales by economic activity. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

The census concept of economic activity is compatible with the standard for economic status defined by the International Labour Organisation (ILO). It is one of a number of definitions used internationally to produce accurate and comparable statistics on employment, unemployment and economic status. The data will be used by local and regional authorities, central government departments, other public sector bodies, academics and research institutions to understand, and develop policies for local labour markets, employment and unemployment.

Similar estimates from the 2001 Census were provided in table UV29

QS604EW - Hours worked

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents aged 16 to 74 in employment the week before the census in England and Wales by the number of hours worked. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

In 2001, the number of hours worked was a write-in response and the estimates were classified into the categories provided in table UV41. The classification used for 2011 estimates matches the tick box options on the questionnaire. These categories have been collapsed from those in 2001 estimates by grouping the first 3 part-time categories used in 2001 and changing the ranges for full-time work by combining the remaining categories.

Information on hours worked is used to identify working patterns in local areas and target resources accordingly. It is used to gain an understanding, at a local level, of likely travel patterns and times, which can inform the requirements on public transport.

QS605EW - Industry

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents aged 16 to 74 in employment the week before the census in England and Wales by industry. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

This classification uses a variable that provides a more detailed breakdown of manufacturing professions than the normal industry variable. Although similar estimates were provided in 2001 in table UV34, there has been a number of changes to the grouping. For example "Fishing" is now combined with "Agriculture and forestry" where in 2001 it was a single category.

This information is used to assign a code to the industry an individual works in using the UK Standard Industrial Classification of Economic Activities (UKSIC). This enhances the quality of occupation coding and is required at a local level to understand economic performance and analyse local labour markets. It also provides information for policy development and monitoring land use, transport and housing needs.

The statistics show trends in employment by industry and help planners to develop or revise employment land policies. For instance, there might be an increased demand for land for retail and office usage but decreasing demand for traditional manufacturing industries. In combination with information about occupation, this information will be particularly useful for economic development, regeneration and monitoring labour market trends.

Information supplied by these questions is used as a base for forecasts of employment (by sector, occupation and industry) and for transport planning. It is also used to identify any associations between the characteristics of individuals and industry, for example to highlight a concentration of groups of people in industries associated with low-paid employment.|

QS606EW - Occupation (Minor Groups)

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents aged 16 to 74 in employment the week before the census in England and Wales by occupation (minor group). The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

"Minor group" refers to the level of categories within the hierarchy of occupations. The information is at a level lower than the estimates from the 2001 Census provided in table UV30, which were based on Standard Occupational Classification 2000 (SOC 2000). 2011 Census results are coded to the newer Standard Occupational Classification 2010 (SOC2010) introduced in June 2010. More information about SOC2010 can be found here: http://www.ons.gov.uk/ons/guide-method/classifications/current-standard-classifications/soc2010/index.html

These statistics provide central government with an understanding of the workforce and the type of skills available and is particularly useful for local economic development, monitoring labour market trends and contributing to schemes created to increase the number of skilled jobs for local residents. The data influence both central and local government resource allocation, Public Service Agreement (PSA) targets for regional competitiveness, and can inform equality and diversity strategies.



QS607EW - NS-SeC

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents aged 16 to 74 in England and Wales by National Statistics Socio-economic Classification (NS-SeC). The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

The National Statistics Socio-economic Classification (NS-SeC) provides an indication of socio-economic position based on occupation and is coded to Standard Occupational Classification. To assign a person (aged 16 to 74) to an NS-SeC category, their occupation title is combined with information about their employment status, whether they are employed or self-employed and whether or not they supervise other employees. Full-time students are recorded in the 'full-time students' category regardless of whether they are economically active or not.

Similar estimates from the 2001 Census were provided in table UV31 but differences exist in the way the estimates are derived because of changes in the occupation classification used between censuses, and because the 2001 derivation used information about the number of employees at a personal workplace. This question was not asked in the 2011 census.

QS608EW - NS-SeC of Household Reference Person - People aged under 65

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents aged under 65 in households in England and Wales by NS-Sec of the Household Reference Person. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

The National Statistics Socio-economic Classification (NS-SeC) provides an indication of socio-economic position based on occupation and is coded to Standard Occupational Classification. To assign a person (aged 16 to 74) to an NS-SeC category, their occupation title is combined with information about their employment status, whether they are employed or self-employed and whether or not they supervise other employees. Full-time students are recorded in the 'full-time students' category regardless of whether they are economically active or not.

Similar estimates from the 2001 Census were provided in table UV32, but differences exist in the way the estimates are derived because of changes in the occupation classification used between censuses, and because the 2001 derivation used information about the number of employees at a personal workplace. This question was not asked in the 2011 census.

QS609EW - NS-SeC of Household Reference Person - People

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents in households in England and Wales by NS-SeC of Household Reference Person. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

The National Statistics Socio-economic Classification (NS-SeC) provides an indication of socio-economic position based on occupation. Similar estimates from the 2001 Census were provided in table UV33, however there may be some differences as these estimates were based on Standard Occupational Classification SOC2000. The rebased version of NS-SeC used in census results uses occupation coded to the SOC version released in June 2010 (SOC2010).

More information about the Standard Occupational Classification 2010 (SOC2010) can be found here: http://www.ons.gov.uk/ons/guide-method/classifications/current-standard-classifications/soc2010/index.html.

QS610EW - NS-SeC of Household Reference Person (HRP) - HRP Aged under 65

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents in households in England and Wales where the Household Reference Person is aged under 65, by the NS-SeC of the Household Reference Person. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

The National Statistics Socio-economic Classification (NS-SeC) provides an indication of socio-economic position based on occupation. Similar estimates from the 2001 Census were provided in table UV85 however the population base was for those under pensionable age, which at the time was 65 for males and 60 for women. There may also be some differences as these estimates were based on Standard Occupational Classification SOC2000. The rebased version of NS-SeC used in census results uses occupation coded to the SOC version released in June 2010 (SOC2010).

More information about the Standard Occupational Classification 2010 (SOC2010) can be found here: http://www.ons.gov.uk/ons/guide-method/classifications/current-standard-classifications/soc2010/index.html.

QS611EW - Approximated Social Grade

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify Household Reference Persons aged 16 to 64 in England and Wales by approximated social grade. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

Social grade is the socio-economic classification used by the Market Research and Marketing Industries, most often in the analysis of spending habits and consumer attitudes. Although it is not possible to allocate Social Grade precisely from information collected by the 2011 Census, the Market Research Society has developed a method for using census information to provide a good approximation of social grade.

Estimates of social grade from the 2001 Census were available in table UV50, however the estimates were not constrained to Household Reference Persons only and there was no upper age limit.

QS612EW - Year last worked

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents aged 16 to 74 in England and Wales by year last worked. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

Information on economic activity status is used by central and local government, researchers and other organisations to understand local labour markets and to develop and monitor policies at local and regional levels. It is used to identify deprived areas, to allocate community and economic development funding, and for housing and transport planning purposes. The statistics produced show local labour markets and social patterns linked to employment and unemployment. When used with information on sex, age, ethnicity, health and disability, the statistics identify areas where a barrier to employment exists and allows the targeting of resources and policies to encourage people to work.

QS613EW - Approximated social grade

This dataset provides 2011 Census estimates that classify usual residents aged 16 to 64 in England and Wales by the approximated social grade. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

QS701EW - Method of travel to work

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents aged 16 to 74 in England and Wales by their method of travel to work. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

Travel to work estimates from the 2001 Census, for example in UV39, are not compatible with this estimates in this dataset because of the differences in the way that people who indicated that they work from home but also have a method of travel to work have been handled. Estimates that are compatible with 2001 are available in dataset CT0015.

Information on travel to work informs both national and local transport services and policies. It provides a basis for transport planning , for example, whether new bus routes or changes to existing bus routes are needed.

QS702EW - Distance travelled to work

There is no description for this dataset.

QS703EW - Method of Travel to Work (2001 specification)

This dataset provides 2011 Census estimates that classify usual residents in England and Wales aged 16 to 74 by method of travel to work. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.
Information on travel to work informs both national and local transport services and policies. It provides a basis for transport planning , for example, whether new bus routes or changes to existing bus routes are needed.

QS801EW - Year of arrival in the UK

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents in England and Wales by their year of arrival in the UK. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

This is the first time this information has been available from the census. It helps to provide accurate migration trends to the United Kingdom (UK) and allows increased understanding of the proportion of migrants that remain in the UK. It also helps to determine the number of short-term migrants, which allows national and local government to better understand the size of the population so they can plan, fund and provide appropriate services.

QS802EW - Age of arrival in the UK

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents in England and Wales by their age of arrival in the UK. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

This is the first time this information has been available from the census and is used to build a picture of length of residency in the UK by migrants. The data are used for estimating future migration trends, which helps assess the implications on the need for services, jobs and training. These statistics are also used to identify the changing needs of past and present migrants living in the local community.

QS803EW - length of residence in the UK

This dataset provides 2011 estimates that classify usual residents in England and Wales by length of residence in the UK. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

This is the first time this information has been available from the census. It helps to provide accurate migration trends to the United Kingdom (UK) and allows increased understanding of the proportion of migrants that remain in the UK. It also helps to determine the number of short-term migrants, which allows national and local government to better understand the size of the population so they can plan, fund and provide appropriate services.