1881 Census of England and Wales, Tables: Ages, Condition as to Marriage, Occupations and Birthplaces of people, Table 10 : " Occupations of Males and Females in the Division and its Registration Counties".

List South Eastern RegDiv Sussex RegC
OCCUPATIONS. Males.
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Females.
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1. PERSONS ENGAGED IN THE GENERAL OR LOCAL GOVERNMENT OF THE COUNTRY. 1,774 Show data context 134 Show data context
  Peer, M.P., Privy Councillor (not otherwise described) 26 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Civil Service (officers and clerks) 293 Show data context 45 Show data context
  Civil Service (messengers, &c.) 415 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Prison Service, &c. 41 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Police 506 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Municipal, Parish, Union, District, Officer 286 Show data context 79 Show data context
  Other Local or County Official 197 Show data context 0 Show data context
  East Indian and Colonial Service 10 Show data context 0 Show data context
2. PERSONS ENGAGED IN THE DEFENCE OF THE COUNTRY. 2,462 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Army Officer (effective/retired) 478 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Soldier and Non-commissioned officer 468 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Militia, Yeomanry, Volunteers 448 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Army Pensioner 190 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Navy Officer (effective/retired) 101 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Seaman, R.N. 444 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Royal Marines (officers/men) 47 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Navy Pensioner 286 Show data context 0 Show data context
3. PERSONS ENGAGED IN PROFESSIONAL OCCUPATIONS (WITH THEIR IMMEDIATE SUBORDINATES). 5,468 Show data context 5,413 Show data context
  Clergymen (Established Church) 736 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Roman Catholic Priest 49 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Minister, Priest of other religious bodies 190 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Missionary, Scripture Reader, Itinerant preacher 52 Show data context 26 Show data context
  Nun, Sister of Charity 0 Show data context 165 Show data context
  Theological Student 28 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Church, chapel, cemetery - officer, servant 97 Show data context 23 Show data context
  Barrister, Solicitor 474 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Law Student 36 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Law Clerk, and others connected with the law 397 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Physician, Surgeon, General Practitioner 432 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Dentist 106 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Medical Student, Assistant 90 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Midwife 0 Show data context 26 Show data context
  Subordinate Medical Service 20 Show data context 957 Show data context
  Schoolmaster 801 Show data context 2,784 Show data context
  Teacher, Professor, Lecturer 344 Show data context 866 Show data context
  School Service, and others connected with teaching 27 Show data context 25 Show data context
  Author, Editor, Journalist 70 Show data context 23 Show data context
  Reporter, Short-hand Writer 51 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Persons engaged in Scientific Pursuits 13 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Literary, Scientific, Institution, Service, &c. 12 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Civil Engineer 159 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Mining Engineer 2 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Land, House, Ship, Surveyor 118 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Painter (artist) 136 Show data context 67 Show data context
  Engraver (artist) 9 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Sculptor 16 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Architect 179 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Musician, Music Master 431 Show data context 309 Show data context
  Art Student 27 Show data context 22 Show data context
  Photographer 207 Show data context 65 Show data context
  Actor 32 Show data context 35 Show data context
  Art, Music, Theatre Service 24 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Performer, Showman, Exhibition, Service 27 Show data context 8 Show data context
  Billiard, Cricket & other Games, Service 76 Show data context 1 Show data context
4. PERSONS ENGAGED IN DOMESTIC OFFICES OR SERVICES. 8,198 Show data context 46,454 Show data context
  Domestic Coachman, Groom 2,565 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Domestic Gardener 2,064 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Domestic Indoor Servant 2,165 Show data context 37,409 Show data context
  Lodge, Gate, Park Keeper (not Government) 26 Show data context 33 Show data context
  Inn, Hotel Servant 940 Show data context 771 Show data context
  College, Club Service 36 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Office Keeper (not Government) 10 Show data context 25 Show data context
  Cook (not domestic) 78 Show data context 113 Show data context
  Charwoman 0 Show data context 1,733 Show data context
  Washing and Bathing Service 189 Show data context 6,085 Show data context
  Hospital and Institution Service 108 Show data context 276 Show data context
  Others engaged in Service 17 Show data context 5 Show data context
5. PERSONS ENGAGED IN COMMERCIAL OCCUPATIONS. 3,322 Show data context 221 Show data context
  Merchant 204 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Broker, Agent, Factor 355 Show data context 14 Show data context
  Auctioneer, Appraiser, Valuer, House Agent 267 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Accountant 166 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Salesman, Buyer (not otherwise specified) 15 Show data context 15 Show data context
  Commercial Traveller 324 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Commercial Clerk 1,560 Show data context 181 Show data context
  Officer of Commercial Company, Guild, Society &c. 7 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Banker 41 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Bank Service 220 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Bill Discounter, Bill Broker, Finance Agent 15 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Life, House, Ship &c., Insurance Service 148 Show data context 3 Show data context
6. PERSONS ENGAGED IN CONVEYANCE OF MEN, GOODS, AND MESSAGES. 10,086 Show data context 127 Show data context
  Railway Engine Driver, Stoker 306 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Railway Guard 152 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Pointsman, Level Crossing Man 61 Show data context 16 Show data context
  Other Railway Officials and Servants 1,399 Show data context 13 Show data context
  Toll Collector, Turnpike Gate Keeper 6 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Omnibus, Coach, Cab, Owner - Livery Stable Keeper 356 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Cabman, Flyman, Coachman (not domestic) 988 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Carman, Carrier, Carter, Haulier 1,604 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Tramway Companies' Service 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Wheel Chair Proprietor, Attendant &c. 222 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Inland Navigation Service 11 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Bargeman, Lighterman, Waterman 150 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Navigation Service (on shore) 36 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Seaman (Merchant Service) 1,425 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Pilot 39 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Ship Steward, Cook 57 Show data context 12 Show data context
  Boatman on Seas 205 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Harbour, Dock, Wharf, Lighthouse Service 170 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Warehouseman (not Manchester) 81 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Meter, Weigher 14 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Messenger, Porter, Watchman (not Railway or Government) 2,701 Show data context 12 Show data context
  Telegraph, Telephone Service 103 Show data context 43 Show data context
7. PERSONS ENGAGED IN AGRICULTURE. 38,887 Show data context 528 Show data context
  Farmer, Grazier 3,388 Show data context 201 Show data context
  Farmer's, Grazier's - Son, Grandson, Brother, Nephew 1,102 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Farm Bailiff 796 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Agricultural Labourer, Farm Servant, Cottager 28,654 Show data context 272 Show data context
  Shepherd 964 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Land Drainage Service (not in towns) 7 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Agricultural Machine - Proprietor, Attendant 157 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Agricultural Student 24 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Others engaged in, or connected with agriculture 18 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Woodman 204 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Nurseryman, Seedsman, Florist 254 Show data context 27 Show data context
  Gardener (not domestic) 3,319 Show data context 24 Show data context
8. PERSONS ENGAGED ABOUT ANIMALS. 3,450 Show data context 14 Show data context
  Horse Proprietor, Breeder, Dealer 34 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Groom, Horse-keeper, Horse-breaker 1,092 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Veterinary Surgeon, Farrier 133 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Cattle, Sheep, Pig - Dealer, Salesman 58 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Drover 37 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Gamekeeper 549 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Dog, Bird, Animal - Keeper, Dealer 48 Show data context 8 Show data context
  Vermin Destroyer 22 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Fisherman 1,471 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Knacker, Catsmeat Dealer &c &c. 6 Show data context 0 Show data context
9. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN BOOKS, PRINTS, AND MAPS. 1,194 Show data context 112 Show data context
  Publisher, Bookseller, Librarian 183 Show data context 50 Show data context
  Music-Publisher, Seller, Printer 30 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Bookbinder 67 Show data context 36 Show data context
  Printer 814 Show data context 11 Show data context
  Newspaper Agent, News Room Keeper 73 Show data context 11 Show data context
  Others 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Lithographer, Lithographic Printer 18 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Copper Plate and Steel Plate Printer 5 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Map and Print - Colourer, Seller 4 Show data context 0 Show data context
10. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN MACHINES AND IMPLEMENTS. 1,613 Show data context 58 Show data context
  Engine, Machine Maker 259 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Millwright 77 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Fitter, Turner (Engine and Machine) 422 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Boiler Maker 209 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Spinning and Weaving Machine Maker 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Agricultural Machine and Implement Maker 26 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Domestic Machinery - Maker, Dealer 1 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Tool Maker, Dealer 8 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Cutler, Scissors Maker 32 Show data context 3 Show data context
  File Maker 5 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Saw Maker 13 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Pin Maker 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Needle Maker 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Steel Pen Maker 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Pencil Maker (Wood) 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Domestic Implement Maker 2 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Watch Maker, Clock Maker 366 Show data context 9 Show data context
  Philosophical Instrument Maker 15 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Electrical Apparatus Maker 10 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Weighing and Measuring Apparatus Maker 9 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Surgical Instrument Maker 2 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Gunsmith, Gun Manufacturer 21 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Ordnance Manufacturer 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Sword, Bayonet - Maker, Cutler 4 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Others 1 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Musical Instrument Maker, Dealer 102 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Type Cutter, Founder 2 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Die, Seal, Coin, Medal Maker 2 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Toy Maker, Dealer 20 Show data context 37 Show data context
  Fishing Rod, Tackle, Maker, Dealer 1 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Apparatus for other games, Maker, Dealer 4 Show data context 0 Show data context
11. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN HOUSES, FURNITURE, AND DECORATIONS. 19,501 Show data context 241 Show data context
  Builder 1,069 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Carpenter, Joiner 5,971 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Bricklayer 5,616 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Mason 596 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Slater, Tiler 41 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Plasterer, Whitewasher 1,100 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Paperhanger 181 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Plumber 809 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Painter, Glazier 2,479 Show data context 10 Show data context
  Cabinet Maker 750 Show data context 168 Show data context
  French Polisher 114 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Furniture Broker, Dealer 141 Show data context 16 Show data context
  Locksmith, Bellhanger 24 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Gas Fitter 308 Show data context 0 Show data context
  House and Shop Fittings - Maker, Dealer 69 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Funeral Furniture Maker, Undertaker 32 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Others 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Wood Carver 26 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Carver, Gilder 113 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Dealer in Works of Art 20 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Figure, Image - Maker, Dealer 8 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Animal, Bird &c. Preserver, Naturalist 30 Show data context 12 Show data context
  Artificial Flower Maker 4 Show data context 10 Show data context
12. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN CARRIAGES AND HARNESS. 1,822 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Coachmaker 633 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Railway Carriage, Railway Wagon, Maker 67 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Wheelwright 728 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Bicycle, Tricycle - Maker, Dealer 16 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Others 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Saddler, Harness, Whip Maker 378 Show data context 2 Show data context
13. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN SHIPS AND BOATS. 372 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Ship, Boat, Barge Builder 90 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Shipwright, Ship Carpenter (ashore) 223 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Mast, Yard, Oar, Block Maker 4 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Ship Rigger, Chandler, Fitter 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Sail Maker 55 Show data context 1 Show data context
14. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN CHEMICALS AND COMPOUNDS. 409 Show data context 22 Show data context
  Dye, Paint Manufacture 4 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Ink, Blacking, Colour Substance Manufacture 2 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Gunpowder, Guncotton, Explosive Substance Manufacture 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Fusee, Fireworks, Explosive Article Manufacture 2 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Chemist, Druggist 375 Show data context 16 Show data context
  Manufacturing Chemist 24 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Alkali Manufacture 1 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Drysalter 1 Show data context 0 Show data context
15. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN TOBACCO AND PIPES. 126 Show data context 36 Show data context
  Tobacco Manufacture, Tobacconist 102 Show data context 36 Show data context
  Tobacco Pipe, Snuff Box &c. Maker 24 Show data context 0 Show data context
16. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN FOOD AND LODGING. 12,613 Show data context 3,822 Show data context
  Innkeeper, Hotel Keeper, Publican 1,158 Show data context 198 Show data context
  Lodging, Boarding House Keeper 517 Show data context 2,351 Show data context
  Coffee, Eating House, Keeper 107 Show data context 47 Show data context
  Hop - Merchant, Dealer 6 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Maltster 115 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Brewer 601 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Beerseller, Ale, Porter, Cider Dealer 344 Show data context 103 Show data context
  Cellarman 145 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Wine, Spirit - Merchant, Agent 201 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Milkseller, Dairyman 676 Show data context 62 Show data context
  Cheesemonger, Butterman 24 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Butcher, Meat Salesman 1,631 Show data context 48 Show data context
  Provision Curer, Dealer 80 Show data context 18 Show data context
  Poulterer, Game Dealer 138 Show data context 15 Show data context
  Fishmonger 380 Show data context 29 Show data context
  Corn, Flour, Seed Merchant, Dealer 237 Show data context 11 Show data context
  Corn Miller 812 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Baker 1,765 Show data context 174 Show data context
  Confectioner, Pastrycook 269 Show data context 206 Show data context
  Greengrocer, Fruiterer 521 Show data context 169 Show data context
  Mustard, Vinegar, Spice, Pickle Maker, Dealer 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Sugar Refiner 13 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Grocer. Tea, Coffee, Chocolate Maker, Dealer 2,730 Show data context 364 Show data context
  Ginger Beer, Mineral Water Manufacturer, Dealer 143 Show data context 9 Show data context
  Others Dealing in Food 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
17. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN TEXTILE FABRICS. 1,543 Show data context 323 Show data context
  Woolstapler 22 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Woollen Cloth Manufacture 4 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Wool, Woollen goods - Dyer, Printer 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Worsted, Stuff, Manufacture 3 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Flannel Manufacture 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Blanket Manufacture 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Fuller 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Cloth, Worsted, Stuff, Flannel, Blanket Dealer 12 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Others 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Silk, Silk Goods, Manufacture 3 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Silk Dyer, Printer 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Ribbon Manufacture 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Crepe, Gauze Manufacture 1 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Silk Merchant, Dealer 12 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Cotton, Cotton Goods Manufacture 4 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Cotton, Calico - Printer, Dyer, Bleacher 1 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Cotton, Calico - Warehouseman, Dealer 1 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Flax, Linen - Manufacturer, Dealer 7 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Lace Manufacturer, Dealer 4 Show data context 38 Show data context
  Fustian Manufacturer, Dealer 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Tape Manufacturer, Dealer 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Thread Manufacturer, Dealer 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Hemp, Jute, Cocoa Fibre Manufacture 15 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Rope, Twine, Cord - Maker, Dealer 113 Show data context 10 Show data context
  Mat Maker, Seller 6 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Net Maker 3 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Canvas, Sailcloth Manufacture 2 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Sacking, Sack, Bag - Maker, Dealer 14 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Others working and Dealing in Hemp 1 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Weaver (undefined) 3 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Dyer, Printer, Scourer, Bleacher, Calenderer (undefined) 65 Show data context 39 Show data context
  Factory Hand (textile, undefined) 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Felt Manufacture 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Carpet, Rug Manufacture 10 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Manchester Warehouseman 2 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Draper, Linen Draper, Mercer 1,208 Show data context 66 Show data context
  Fancy Goods (Textile) Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 25 Show data context 138 Show data context
  Trimming Maker, Dealer 2 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Embroiderer 0 Show data context 22 Show data context
  Others 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
18. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN DRESS. 4,404 Show data context 8,439 Show data context
  Hatter, Hat Manufacture 57 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Straw - Hat, Bonnet, Plait Manufacture 3 Show data context 31 Show data context
  Tailor 1,667 Show data context 255 Show data context
  Milliner, Dressmaker, Staymaker 39 Show data context 6,683 Show data context
  Shawl Manufacture 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Shirt Maker, Seamstress 8 Show data context 1,237 Show data context
  Hosiery Manufacture 3 Show data context 9 Show data context
  Hosier, Haberdasher 71 Show data context 13 Show data context
  Glover, Glove Maker 16 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Button Maker, Dealer 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Shoe, Boot - Maker, Dealer 2,243 Show data context 127 Show data context
  Patten, Clog Maker 4 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Wig Maker, Hair Dresser 261 Show data context 20 Show data context
  Umbrella, Parasol, Stick - Maker, Dealer 27 Show data context 24 Show data context
  Accoutrement Maker 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Old Clothes Dealer, and others 5 Show data context 25 Show data context
19. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS ANIMAL SUBSTANCES. 424 Show data context 31 Show data context
  Tallow Chandler, Candle, Grease Manufacture 51 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Soap Boiler, Maker 13 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Glue, Size, Gelatine, Isinglass - Maker, Dealer 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Manure Manufacture 5 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Bone, Horn, Ivory, Tortoise-shell - Worker, Dealer 5 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Comb Maker 1 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Others 1 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Furrier, Skinner 13 Show data context 13 Show data context
  Tanner, Fellmonger 168 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Currier 70 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Leather Goods, Portmanteau, Bag, Strap &c., Maker, Dealer 20 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Parchment, Vellum - Maker, Dealer 9 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Hair, Bristle - Worker, Dealer 5 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Brush, Broom, Maker 59 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Quill, Feather - Dresser, Dealer 4 Show data context 7 Show data context
20. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS VEGETABLE SUBSTANCES. 2,287 Show data context 182 Show data context
  Oil Miller, Oil Cake - Maker, Dealer 30 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Oil and Colourman 50 Show data context 9 Show data context
  Floor Cloth, Oil Cloth Manufacture 2 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Japanner 5 Show data context 0 Show data context
  India Rubber, Gutta Percha - Worker, Dealer 4 Show data context -
  Waterproof Goods - Maker, Dealer 10 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Others 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Willow, Cane, Rush Worker, Dealer, Basketmaker 183 Show data context 26 Show data context
  Hay, Straw (not plait), Chaff, Cutter, Dealer 19 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Thatcher 89 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Timber, Wood - Merchant, Dealer 427 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Sawyer 614 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Lath, Wooden Fence, Hurdle Maker 149 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Wood Turner, Box Maker 80 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Cooper, Hoop Maker, Bender 371 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Cork, Bark - Cutter, Worker, Dealer 11 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Others 3 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Paper Manufacture 10 Show data context 12 Show data context
  Envelope Maker 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Stationer, Law Stationer 180 Show data context 101 Show data context
  Card, Pattern Card Maker 4 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Paper Stainer 3 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Paper Box, Paper Bag Maker 7 Show data context 14 Show data context
  Ticket, Label Writer 12 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Others 22 Show data context 1 Show data context
21. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS MINERAL SUBSTANCES. 8,513 Show data context 107 Show data context
  Coal Miner 8 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Ironstone Miner 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Copper Miner 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Tin Miner 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Lead Miner 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Miner, in other or undefined Minerals 36 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Mine Service 8 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Coal Merchant 286 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Coalheaver 170 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Coke, Charcoal, Peat - Cutter, Burner, Dealer 43 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Gas Works Service 345 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Stone Quarrier 103 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Stone Cutter, Dresser, Dealer 18 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Slate Quarrier 1,485 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Slate Worker, Dealer 21 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Limeburner 235 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Clay, Sand, Gravel, Chalk, Labourer, Dealer 6 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Fossil, Coprolite Digger, Dealer 330 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Well Sinker, Borer 1,678 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Plaster, Cement Manufacture 0 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Brick, Tile - Maker, Burner, Dealer 92 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Paviour 14 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Road Contractor, Surveyor, Inspector 76 Show data context 34 Show data context
  Road Labourer 20 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Railway Contractor 58 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Platelayer 2 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Railway Labourer, Navvy 2 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Others 76 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Earthenware, China, Porcelain, Manufacture 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Glass Manufacture 12 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Earthenware, China, Glass Dealer 14 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Salt Maker, Dealer 2 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Waterworks Service 5 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Others 2 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Goldsmith, Silversmith, Jeweller 201 Show data context 20 Show data context
  Gold, Silver, Beater 7 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Lapidary 4 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Others 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Blacksmith 1,871 Show data context 13 Show data context
  Whitesmith 264 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Nail Manufacture 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Anchor, Chain Manufacture 1 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Ironmonger. Hardware Dealer, Merchant 332 Show data context 14 Show data context
  Other Iron and Steel Manufacture 364 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Copper, Copper Goods - Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 34 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Tin, Tin Plate, Tin Goods - Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 127 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Zinc, Zinc Goods - Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 21 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Lead, Leaden Goods - Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 2 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Metal Refiner, Worker, Turner, Dealer 10 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Brass, Bronze Manufacture. Brazier 95 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Metal Burnisher, Lacquerer 0 Show data context 3 Show data context
  White Metal, Plated Ware, Manufacture. Pewterer 10 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Wire Maker, Worker, Weaver, Drawer 12 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Bolt, Nut, Rivet, Screw, Staple Maker 9 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Lamp, Lantern, Candlestick Maker 2 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Clasp, Buckle, Hinge Maker 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Fancy Chain, Gilt Toy Maker 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Others 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
22. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN GENERAL OR UNSPECIFIED COMMODITIES. 12,520 Show data context 801 Show data context
  General Shopkeeper, Dealer 478 Show data context 348 Show data context
  Pawnbroker 52 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Costermonger, Huckster, Street Seller 761 Show data context 320 Show data context
  Manufacturer, Manager, Superintendant (undefined) 66 Show data context 10 Show data context
  Contractor (undefined) 62 Show data context 0 Show data context
  General Labourer 10,459 Show data context 17 Show data context
  Engine Driver, Stoker, Fireman (not railway, marine or agricultural) 430 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Artizan, Mechanic (undefined) 77 Show data context 24 Show data context
  Apprentice (undefined) 65 Show data context 13 Show data context
  Factory Labourer (undefined) 31 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Machinist, Machine Worker (undefined) 39 Show data context 60 Show data context
23. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN REFUSE MATTERS. 219 Show data context 10 Show data context
  Town Drainage Service 9 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Chimney Sweep, Soot Merchant 162 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Scavenger, Crossing Sweeper 30 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Rag Gatherer, Dealer 18 Show data context 7 Show data context
24. PERSONS WITHOUT SPECIFIED OCCUPATIONS. 93,020 Show data context 192,260 Show data context
  Persons returned by Property, Rank &c. and not special occupation 61,497 Show data context 160,590 Show data context
  Children under 5 years of age 31,523 Show data context 31,670 Show data context

Notes:

The following notes to the table appeared in the original report.

1 This table is a very special case: The original Table 10 as published by Division in the 1881 census reports was limited to data for Registration Divisions, their component Registration Counties, and just those Urban Sanitary Districts with populations of over 50,000. Data presented here for counties and higher-level units are taken from the published reports, as usual, but we also include in A Vision of Britain through Time data for Registration Districts, sub-Districts and Civil Parishes which never appeared in the original reports. These were specially created for us by the History Data Service at the University of Essex and derive from the complete transcription of the individual-level Enumerators Book data coordinated by the Genealogical Society of Utah.
2 In creating these data, each occupation listed in the enumerators books has been assigned as far as possible to the relevant category used in the published reports, but some additional categories with labels in square brackets unavoidably appear. Unlike the published statistics for higher-level units, these specially-calculated data for districts and parishes include persons under 15 or over 65. For these and other reasons, no attempt has been made to ensure that county totals for the districts or parishes match the published county totals. The remaining notes are those that appeared below the original published table.
3 NOTE.--Persons returned as engaged in more than one occupation have been referred to the one that appeared to be of most importance; or if there was no difference in this respect, to the one first given by the person in his or her return. In some cases special rules have been followed: e.g. "Clergyman and Schoolmaster" in combination has always been referred to "Schoolmaster"; a Member of Parliament or Peer engaged in any branch of commerce or industry has always been referred to this latter, not to "Peer, M.P.".
4 The numbers returned under any heading include Labourers, Apprentices, and Assistants, as well as Masters, but not Clerks, Messengers, Errand boys, Porters, or Watchmen, for which occupations there are special headings. Civil, Military, and Naval Clerks, Law, Bank, Insurance, and Railway Clerks, and Government and Railway Porters, are, however, exceptions to this rule. Many young persons, being Apprentices or Assistants, have therefore been referred to occupations usually followed by adults. Women also, chiefly widows or orphans carrying on the business of their deceased husbands or fathers, will sometimes be found under occupations commonly followed by men only.
5 Persons returned as retired from any business have not been referred to that business. Inmates of workhouses have been referred to their trades, unless their age or infirmities showed that they were past work. But persons who might be supposed to be only temporarily separated from their usual employment, such as Prisoners, and Patients in General Hospitals, have been classed under their usual occupations.
6 In some cases, for convenience of space, the male designation, e.g. "Schoolmaster", alone is given, instead of "Schoolmaster, Schoolmistress".

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Acknowledgments:

We are grateful to the following contributors. If you make use of the data in your own work, please follow any instructions given here on acknowledgment and re-use.

(1) Kevin Schurer (Department of Geography, University of Cambridge). Role: editor. Restrictions on use: the data cannot be accessed, although the Vision of Britain system may present them graphically (any other use requires the contributor's permission.)

(2) Matthew Woollard (UK Data Service, University of Essex). Role: editor. Restrictions on use: the data cannot be accessed, although the Vision of Britain system may present them graphically (any other use requires the contributor's permission.)