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2001 Census

The census in Northern Ireland was taken on 29 April 2001.

Use this section to learn more about the 2001 Census and the topics covered in the results.

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Results

Information about the 2001 Census outputs, reports and supporting information.

Background

Introduction to the 2001 Census in Northern Ireland, including information on the design, definitions and questionnaires.

Evaluation

Reports evaluating each major stage of the 2001 Census operation, from planning and development through to publication of results.

Last updated: 03 March 2025

Related to 2001 Census

Publications

  • EXT20250128 National Statistics Socio-economic Classification of Household Reference Person (HRP) by tenure

    Published 28 January 2025
  • EXT20250127 Country of birth (full detail) by sex

    Published 27 January 2025
  • EXT20250120 Usual Resident Population by Residence Type, Households, and Average Household Size

    Published 20 January 2025
  • EXT20241205 Economic Activity of Usual Residents Aged 16-64 Years in a Communal Establishment

    Published 05 December 2024
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