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2019 Census Rehearsal

Date published: 14 August 2020

Statistics: Census 2021,  2019 Census Rehearsal

Download the 2019 census rehearsal questionnaire and evaluation report.

Purpose of the rehearsal

  • Conducted in Autumn 2019 across three areas (Belfast, Craigavon, West Fermanagh) covering ~19,000 households and 11 communal establishments.
  • Aimed to test new digital-first census methods, systems, processes and public engagement strategies ahead of Census 2021.

What's inside the rehearsal evaluation report

Discover the key successes, challenges, and actionable recommendations from the 2019 census rehearsal - insights that helped shape Census 2021.

Documents

  • 2019 census rehearsal - Evaluation report Adobe PDF (426 KB)
  • 2019 census rehearsal - Household questionnaire Adobe PDF (676 KB)

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Last updated: 29 May 2025

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