The census is a survey that gives us information about all the households in England and Wales.
For Census 2021, we’ll be hiring at least 30,000 field staff across England and Wales.
How we keep your data safe and what happens to your personal information.
Businesses use it to decide where to set up and charities use it to help get the funding they need.
Read some of our case studies
How census data helped the Mental Health Foundation help and support those more at risk of mental ill health.
The London Fire Brigade used census data to identify and prevent fires in high risk areas.
If you have any questions, get in touch