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Will ancestry have the 1921 Census?
If you’ve been researching your family tree, chances are you’ll have used or heard about the census and its value to anyone with UK ancestors. Each census is released to the public after 100 years, meaning that in January 2022 we can access the 1921 census.
Why do we have to wait 72 years for a census?
Why 72? The most common explanation is that 72 years was the average lifespan at the time, although documentation corroborating this is sparse. The 1940 Census counted 132.2 million Americans, 89.8% of whom were white. At the time there was no census category for Hispanics (it was not added to census forms until 1980).
Why are some names blacked out on the 1939 census?
You will see some records covered by a black line in the 1939 Register. These are the records of individuals who were born less than 100 years ago and whose death has not been registered. This is to protect their privacy if they are still alive.
Can you view the 1911 Census for free?
You can also access the 1911 census, including viewing the transcripts and schedules, for free at the National Archives in Kew. There is more information here in a leaflet published on Census Returns on the National Archives website.
Why are there no census records after 1940?
The first Federal Population Census was taken in 1790, and a census has been taken every ten years since. However, data from recent censuses are not available after 1940 because of a 72-year restriction on access to the Census.
What was the occupation code in the 1911 census?
A key to the occupation codes used in the 1911 census. Code number – occupation(s) 000 Schoolmasters, Teachers, Professors, Lecturers – In Schools &c under Local Authorities. 010 Other Domestic Indoor Servants. 020 Charwomen. 030 Laundry Workers.
Are there any abbreviations for the 1891 census?
Both the 1891 census and 1901 census did not mention ‘occupation’ abbreviations at all. For a full list of census abbreviations, including ‘occupation’ abbreviations, please refer to the lists below.
What was the abbreviation for agriculture in the 1871 census?
By the 1871 census, the only permitted census abbreviation to describe an occupation was ‘Ag. Lab.’ (agricultural labourer). The 1881 census was more generalised, and allowed abbreviations such “ag. lab.”, provided they were “readily understood.” Both the 1891 census and 1901 census did not mention ‘occupation’ abbreviations at all.
What did they ask for in the 1841 census?
The 1841 census now asked for personal information such as age, occupation and place of birth. Census enumerators were employed to collect census information from householders, and then record this information in Census Enumeration Books (often referred to as C.E.B. by genealogists).