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 North Riding RegC Whitby RegD/PLU
OCCUPATIONS. Males.
[1]
Females.
[2]
1. PERSONS ENGAGED IN THE GENERAL OR LOCAL GOVERNMENT OF THE COUNTRY. 52 Show data context 11 Show data context
  Civil Service (officers and clerks) 10 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Civil Service (messengers, &c.) 9 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Police 20 Show data context -
  Municipal, Parish, Union, District, Officer 8 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Other Local or County Official 5 Show data context -
2. PERSONS ENGAGED IN THE DEFENCE OF THE COUNTRY. 28 Show data context -
  Army Officer (effective/retired) 1 Show data context -
  Soldier and Non-commissioned officer 1 Show data context -
  Militia, Yeomanry, Volunteers 1 Show data context -
  Army Pensioner 3 Show data context -
  Navy Officer (effective/retired) 1 Show data context -
  Seaman, R.N. 19 Show data context -
  Navy Pensioner 2 Show data context -
3. PERSONS ENGAGED IN PROFESSIONAL OCCUPATIONS (WITH THEIR IMMEDIATE SUBORDINATES). 184 Show data context 143 Show data context
  Clergymen (Established Church) 20 Show data context -
  Roman Catholic Priest 3 Show data context -
  Minister, Priest of other religious bodies 13 Show data context -
  Missionary, Scripture Reader, Itinerant preacher 2 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Theological Student 3 Show data context -
  Church, chapel, cemetery - officer, servant 2 Show data context -
  Barrister, Solicitor 12 Show data context -
  Law Student 1 Show data context -
  Law Clerk, and others connected with the law 17 Show data context -
  Physician, Surgeon, General Practitioner 12 Show data context -
  Dentist 3 Show data context -
  Medical Student, Assistant 9 Show data context -
  Subordinate Medical Service 1 Show data context 30 Show data context
  Schoolmaster 44 Show data context 84 Show data context
  Teacher, Professor, Lecturer 2 Show data context 13 Show data context
  School Service, and others connected with teaching 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Author, Editor, Journalist 2 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Literary, Scientific, Institution, Service, &c. 1 Show data context -
  Civil Engineer 9 Show data context -
  Mining Engineer 1 Show data context -
  Painter (artist) 5 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Architect 4 Show data context -
  Musician, Music Master 5 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Photographer 6 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Actor 5 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Art, Music, Theatre Service 1 Show data context -
4. PERSONS ENGAGED IN DOMESTIC OFFICES OR SERVICES. 128 Show data context 1,414 Show data context
  Domestic Coachman, Groom 45 Show data context -
  Domestic Gardener 43 Show data context -
  Domestic Indoor Servant 27 Show data context 1,228 Show data context
  Lodge, Gate, Park Keeper (not Government) 1 Show data context -
  Inn, Hotel Servant 10 Show data context 20 Show data context
  College, Club Service 1 Show data context -
  Office Keeper (not Government) - 2 Show data context
  Charwoman - 91 Show data context
  Washing and Bathing Service - 72 Show data context
  Hospital and Institution Service - 1 Show data context
  Others engaged in Service 1 Show data context -
5. PERSONS ENGAGED IN COMMERCIAL OCCUPATIONS. 109 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Merchant 1 Show data context -
  Broker, Agent, Factor 8 Show data context -
  Auctioneer, Appraiser, Valuer, House Agent 13 Show data context -
  Accountant 10 Show data context -
  Salesman, Buyer (not otherwise specified) - 1 Show data context
  Commercial Traveller 11 Show data context -
  Commercial Clerk 41 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Banker 2 Show data context -
  Bank Service 13 Show data context -
  Life, House, Ship &c., Insurance Service 10 Show data context -
6. PERSONS ENGAGED IN CONVEYANCE OF MEN, GOODS, AND MESSAGES. 528 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Railway Engine Driver, Stoker 22 Show data context -
  Railway Guard 7 Show data context -
  Pointsman, Level Crossing Man 2 Show data context -
  Other Railway Officials and Servants 64 Show data context -
  Toll Collector, Turnpike Gate Keeper 1 Show data context -
  Omnibus, Coach, Cab, Owner - Livery Stable Keeper 7 Show data context -
  Cabman, Flyman, Coachman (not domestic) 10 Show data context -
  Carman, Carrier, Carter, Haulier 47 Show data context -
  Inland Navigation Service 2 Show data context -
  Bargeman, Lighterman, Waterman 1 Show data context -
  Navigation Service (on shore) 14 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Seaman (Merchant Service) 306 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Pilot 4 Show data context -
  Ship Steward, Cook 4 Show data context -
  Harbour, Dock, Wharf, Lighthouse Service 9 Show data context -
  Warehouseman (not Manchester) 1 Show data context -
  Meter, Weigher 1 Show data context -
  Messenger, Porter, Watchman (not Railway or Government) 23 Show data context -
  Telegraph, Telephone Service 3 Show data context 1 Show data context
7. PERSONS ENGAGED IN AGRICULTURE. 1,238 Show data context 48 Show data context
  Farmer, Grazier 459 Show data context 19 Show data context
  Farmer's, Grazier's - Son, Grandson, Brother, Nephew 234 Show data context -
  Farm Bailiff 32 Show data context -
  Agricultural Labourer, Farm Servant, Cottager 470 Show data context 29 Show data context
  Shepherd 3 Show data context -
  Land Drainage Service (not in towns) 8 Show data context -
  Woodman 14 Show data context -
  Nurseryman, Seedsman, Florist 4 Show data context -
  Gardener (not domestic) 14 Show data context -
8. PERSONS ENGAGED ABOUT ANIMALS. 260 Show data context 9 Show data context
  Groom, Horse-keeper, Horse-breaker 11 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Veterinary Surgeon, Farrier 2 Show data context -
  Cattle, Sheep, Pig - Dealer, Salesman 1 Show data context -
  Drover 1 Show data context -
  Gamekeeper 19 Show data context -
  Dog, Bird, Animal - Keeper, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Fisherman 225 Show data context 8 Show data context
9. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN BOOKS, PRINTS, AND MAPS. 31 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Publisher, Bookseller, Librarian 5 Show data context -
  Printer 24 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Newspaper Agent, News Room Keeper 2 Show data context -
10. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN MACHINES AND IMPLEMENTS. 66 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Engine, Machine Maker 11 Show data context -
  Millwright 1 Show data context -
  Fitter, Turner (Engine and Machine) 14 Show data context -
  Boiler Maker 26 Show data context -
  Watch Maker, Clock Maker 12 Show data context -
  Electrical Apparatus Maker 2 Show data context -
  Toy Maker, Dealer - 1 Show data context
11. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN HOUSES, FURNITURE, AND DECORATIONS. 563 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Builder 15 Show data context -
  Carpenter, Joiner 212 Show data context -
  Bricklayer 44 Show data context -
  Mason 131 Show data context -
  Slater, Tiler 6 Show data context -
  Plasterer, Whitewasher 18 Show data context -
  Paperhanger 1 Show data context -
  Plumber 24 Show data context -
  Painter, Glazier 69 Show data context -
  Cabinet Maker 34 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Furniture Broker, Dealer - 1 Show data context
  Locksmith, Bellhanger 1 Show data context -
  Gas Fitter 1 Show data context -
  House and Shop Fittings - Maker, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Carver, Gilder 5 Show data context -
  Dealer in Works of Art - 1 Show data context
  Animal, Bird &c. Preserver, Naturalist 1 Show data context -
12. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN CARRIAGES AND HARNESS. 26 Show data context -
  Coachmaker 2 Show data context -
  Wheelwright 6 Show data context -
  Others 10 Show data context -
  Saddler, Harness, Whip Maker 8 Show data context -
13. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN SHIPS AND BOATS. 302 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Ship, Boat, Barge Builder 166 Show data context -
  Shipwright, Ship Carpenter (ashore) 114 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Mast, Yard, Oar, Block Maker 8 Show data context -
  Ship Rigger, Chandler, Fitter 2 Show data context -
  Sail Maker 12 Show data context -
14. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN CHEMICALS AND COMPOUNDS. 13 Show data context -
  Chemist, Druggist 11 Show data context -
  Manufacturing Chemist 2 Show data context -
15. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN TOBACCO AND PIPES. 4 Show data context -
  Tobacco Manufacture, Tobacconist 4 Show data context -
16. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN FOOD AND LODGING. 396 Show data context 110 Show data context
  Innkeeper, Hotel Keeper, Publican 59 Show data context 11 Show data context
  Lodging, Boarding House Keeper 4 Show data context 55 Show data context
  Coffee, Eating House, Keeper 4 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Brewer 9 Show data context -
  Beerseller, Ale, Porter, Cider Dealer 2 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Cellarman 3 Show data context -
  Wine, Spirit - Merchant, Agent 6 Show data context -
  Milkseller, Dairyman 1 Show data context -
  Butcher, Meat Salesman 79 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Provision Curer, Dealer 6 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Poulterer, Game Dealer 1 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Fishmonger 21 Show data context 10 Show data context
  Corn, Flour, Seed Merchant, Dealer 3 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Corn Miller 18 Show data context -
  Baker 19 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Confectioner, Pastrycook 26 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Greengrocer, Fruiterer 4 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Grocer. Tea, Coffee, Chocolate Maker, Dealer 128 Show data context 14 Show data context
  Ginger Beer, Mineral Water Manufacturer, Dealer 3 Show data context 1 Show data context
17. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN TEXTILE FABRICS. 84 Show data context 22 Show data context
  Woollen Cloth Manufacture 1 Show data context -
  Cotton, Cotton Goods Manufacture 1 Show data context -
  Flax, Linen - Manufacturer, Dealer - 2 Show data context
  Rope, Twine, Cord - Maker, Dealer 2 Show data context -
  Net Maker - 7 Show data context
  Dyer, Printer, Scourer, Bleacher, Calenderer (undefined) 1 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Carpet, Rug Manufacture 1 Show data context -
  Draper, Linen Draper, Mercer 78 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Fancy Goods (Textile) Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer - 3 Show data context
  Embroiderer - 1 Show data context
18. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN DRESS. 275 Show data context 409 Show data context
  Hatter, Hat Manufacture 6 Show data context -
  Straw - Hat, Bonnet, Plait Manufacture - 1 Show data context
  Tailor 112 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Milliner, Dressmaker, Staymaker - 370 Show data context
  Shirt Maker, Seamstress 1 Show data context 28 Show data context
  Hosier, Haberdasher 4 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Glover, Glove Maker 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Shoe, Boot - Maker, Dealer 123 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Patten, Clog Maker 15 Show data context -
  Wig Maker, Hair Dresser 12 Show data context -
  Umbrella, Parasol, Stick - Maker, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Old Clothes Dealer, and others - 3 Show data context
19. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS ANIMAL SUBSTANCES. 14 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Furrier, Skinner 2 Show data context -
  Tanner, Fellmonger 6 Show data context -
  Currier 5 Show data context -
  Leather Goods, Portmanteau, Bag, Strap &c., Maker, Dealer - 1 Show data context
  Brush, Broom, Maker 1 Show data context -
20. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS VEGETABLE SUBSTANCES. 29 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Oil and Colourman 1 Show data context -
  Willow, Cane, Rush Worker, Dealer, Basketmaker 4 Show data context -
  Hay, Straw (not plait), Chaff, Cutter, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Timber, Wood - Merchant, Dealer 6 Show data context -
  Sawyer 11 Show data context -
  Cooper, Hoop Maker, Bender 4 Show data context -
  Stationer, Law Stationer 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Others 1 Show data context -
21. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS MINERAL SUBSTANCES. 1,851 Show data context 20 Show data context
  Coal Miner 3 Show data context -
  Ironstone Miner 449 Show data context -
  Copper Miner 1 Show data context -
  Miner, in other or undefined Minerals 12 Show data context -
  Mine Service 3 Show data context -
  Coal Merchant 5 Show data context -
  Coalheaver 5 Show data context -
  Gas Works Service 6 Show data context -
  Stone Quarrier 98 Show data context -
  Stone Cutter, Dresser, Dealer 7 Show data context -
  Plaster, Cement Manufacture 5 Show data context -
  Brick, Tile - Maker, Burner, Dealer 10 Show data context -
  Road Contractor, Surveyor, Inspector 1 Show data context -
  Road Labourer 5 Show data context -
  Platelayer 34 Show data context -
  Railway Labourer, Navvy 105 Show data context -
  Earthenware, China, Porcelain, Manufacture 1 Show data context -
  Earthenware, China, Glass Dealer 6 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Waterworks Service 2 Show data context -
  Goldsmith, Silversmith, Jeweller 2 Show data context -
  Lapidary 800 Show data context 13 Show data context
  [Iron Manufacture] 125 Show data context -
  Blacksmith 132 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Whitesmith 1 Show data context -
  Ironmonger. Hardware Dealer, Merchant 16 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Tin, Tin Plate, Tin Goods - Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 14 Show data context -
  Metal Refiner, Worker, Turner, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Brass, Bronze Manufacture. Brazier 2 Show data context -
22. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN GENERAL OR UNSPECIFIED COMMODITIES. 485 Show data context 39 Show data context
  General Shopkeeper, Dealer 10 Show data context 25 Show data context
  Pawnbroker 4 Show data context -
  Costermonger, Huckster, Street Seller 10 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Manufacturer, Manager, Superintendant (undefined) 18 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Contractor (undefined) 2 Show data context -
  General Labourer 364 Show data context -
  Engine Driver, Stoker, Fireman (not railway, marine or agricultural) 54 Show data context -
  Artizan, Mechanic (undefined) 14 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Apprentice (undefined) 4 Show data context -
  Factory Labourer (undefined) 4 Show data context -
  Machinist, Machine Worker (undefined) 1 Show data context 2 Show data context
23. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN REFUSE MATTERS. 8 Show data context -
  Chimney Sweep, Soot Merchant 3 Show data context -
  Scavenger, Crossing Sweeper 3 Show data context -
  Rag Gatherer, Dealer 2 Show data context -
24. PERSONS WITHOUT SPECIFIED OCCUPATIONS. 136 Show data context 1,973 Show data context
  Persons returned by Property, Rank &c. and not special occupation 136 Show data context 1,973 Show data context
[UNKNOWN OCCUPATION] 73 Show data context 3,155 Show data context
  [Blank field, or illegible] 73 Show data context 3,155 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:

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