Online data collection in the census
Date published:
Statistics:
Census 2021,
Census 2021 background,
Reports and publications
A research paper regarding online data collection in the census.
Purpose
This paper explores the feasibility, benefits, and design considerations of introducing an online response mode for the 2021 Census in Northern Ireland. It aims to stimulate discussion and guide future development of digital data collection methods.
Supporting documents
This paper was published on 27 October 2014 alongside The Future Provision of Census of Population Information for Northern Ireland. It outlines indicative proposals for the 2021 Census.
Several supporting research papers were also released to inform the development of Census 2021, including:
- The use of administrative data in population estimates – exploring how government-held data can support or supplement census estimates
- Data matching using Northern Ireland administrative data – demonstrating techniques for linking administrative datasets