Household surveys

Find out more about NISRA household surveys and how they provide official statistics on people and households within Northern Ireland.

NISRA conducts a number of household surveys, collecting information on the experiences and opinions of NI residents to provide an accurate picture of how changes in society, government policy, services and the economy affects our population.

Find your survey

Whether you have been invited to take part, or are just curious, find out more about our surveys and what is involved.

Taking Part

Frequently asked questions about our surveys.

About household surveys and data collection

Central Survey Unit provides a survey research service to NI Government Departments and Agencies in addition to some Non-Departmental Public Bodies.

Contact the Central Survey Unit

The unit manages the fieldwork on several regular national surveys and conducts Northern Ireland specific surveys on behalf of Government Departments.