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 St Giles in the Fields and St George Bloomsbury RegD/PLPar St Giles in the Fields and St George Bloomsbury CP  
OCCUPATIONS. Males.
[1]
Females.
[2]
1. PERSONS ENGAGED IN THE GENERAL OR LOCAL GOVERNMENT OF THE COUNTRY. 355 Show data context 14 Show data context
  Civil Service (officers and clerks) 53 Show data context 9 Show data context
  Civil Service (messengers, &c.) 54 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Police 211 Show data context -
  Municipal, Parish, Union, District, Officer 29 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Other Local or County Official 5 Show data context -
  East Indian and Colonial Service 3 Show data context -
2. PERSONS ENGAGED IN THE DEFENCE OF THE COUNTRY. 46 Show data context -
  Army Officer (effective/retired) 20 Show data context -
  Soldier and Non-commissioned officer 4 Show data context -
  Militia, Yeomanry, Volunteers 1 Show data context -
  Army Pensioner 12 Show data context -
  Navy Officer (effective/retired) 3 Show data context -
  Seaman, R.N. 3 Show data context -
  Navy Pensioner 3 Show data context -
3. PERSONS ENGAGED IN PROFESSIONAL OCCUPATIONS (WITH THEIR IMMEDIATE SUBORDINATES). 1,097 Show data context 440 Show data context
  Clergymen (Established Church) 25 Show data context -
  Roman Catholic Priest 5 Show data context -
  Minister, Priest of other religious bodies 5 Show data context -
  Missionary, Scripture Reader, Itinerant preacher 4 Show data context 12 Show data context
  Theological Student 2 Show data context -
  Church, chapel, cemetery - officer, servant 6 Show data context 9 Show data context
  Barrister, Solicitor 161 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Law Student 41 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Law Clerk, and others connected with the law 134 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Physician, Surgeon, General Practitioner 93 Show data context -
  Dentist 26 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Medical Student, Assistant 96 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Midwife - 5 Show data context
  Subordinate Medical Service 9 Show data context 84 Show data context
  Schoolmaster 31 Show data context 77 Show data context
  Teacher, Professor, Lecturer 25 Show data context 70 Show data context
  School Service, and others connected with teaching 3 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Author, Editor, Journalist 49 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Reporter, Short-hand Writer 9 Show data context -
  Persons engaged in Scientific Pursuits 10 Show data context -
  Literary, Scientific, Institution, Service, &c. 17 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Civil Engineer 32 Show data context -
  Mining Engineer 2 Show data context -
  Land, House, Ship, Surveyor 19 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Painter (artist) 48 Show data context 22 Show data context
  Engraver (artist) 23 Show data context -
  Sculptor 2 Show data context -
  Architect 50 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Musician, Music Master 64 Show data context 42 Show data context
  Art Student 17 Show data context 17 Show data context
  Photographer 13 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Actor 31 Show data context 57 Show data context
  Art, Music, Theatre Service 27 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Performer, Showman, Exhibition, Service 5 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Billiard, Cricket & other Games, Service 13 Show data context 1 Show data context
4. PERSONS ENGAGED IN DOMESTIC OFFICES OR SERVICES. 793 Show data context 4,297 Show data context
  Domestic Coachman, Groom 163 Show data context -
  Domestic Gardener 4 Show data context -
  Domestic Indoor Servant 225 Show data context 3,310 Show data context
  Lodge, Gate, Park Keeper (not Government) 4 Show data context -
  Inn, Hotel Servant 294 Show data context 134 Show data context
  College, Club Service 9 Show data context -
  Office Keeper (not Government) 17 Show data context 42 Show data context
  Cook (not domestic) 27 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Charwoman 1 Show data context 348 Show data context
  Washing and Bathing Service 12 Show data context 437 Show data context
  Hospital and Institution Service 8 Show data context 22 Show data context
  Others engaged in Service 29 Show data context 1 Show data context
5. PERSONS ENGAGED IN COMMERCIAL OCCUPATIONS. 1,113 Show data context 67 Show data context
  Merchant 111 Show data context -
  Broker, Agent, Factor 112 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Auctioneer, Appraiser, Valuer, House Agent 56 Show data context -
  Accountant 40 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Salesman, Buyer (not otherwise specified) 23 Show data context 16 Show data context
  Commercial Traveller 103 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Commercial Clerk 579 Show data context 45 Show data context
  Officer of Commercial Company, Guild, Society &c. 1 Show data context -
  Banker 4 Show data context -
  Bank Service 61 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Bill Discounter, Bill Broker, Finance Agent 3 Show data context -
  Life, House, Ship &c., Insurance Service 20 Show data context -
6. PERSONS ENGAGED IN CONVEYANCE OF MEN, GOODS, AND MESSAGES. 1,579 Show data context 38 Show data context
  Railway Engine Driver, Stoker 1 Show data context -
  Other Railway Officials and Servants 33 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Omnibus, Coach, Cab, Owner - Livery Stable Keeper 58 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Cabman, Flyman, Coachman (not domestic) 199 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Carman, Carrier, Carter, Haulier 331 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Tramway Companies' Service 1 Show data context -
  Bargeman, Lighterman, Waterman 1 Show data context -
  Navigation Service (on shore) 4 Show data context -
  Seaman (Merchant Service) 26 Show data context -
  Ship Steward, Cook 2 Show data context -
  Harbour, Dock, Wharf, Lighthouse Service 15 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Warehouseman (not Manchester) 77 Show data context 18 Show data context
  Messenger, Porter, Watchman (not Railway or Government) 826 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Telegraph, Telephone Service 5 Show data context 2 Show data context
7. PERSONS ENGAGED IN AGRICULTURE. 52 Show data context 27 Show data context
  Farmer, Grazier 12 Show data context -
  Farm Bailiff 1 Show data context -
  Agricultural Labourer, Farm Servant, Cottager 16 Show data context 11 Show data context
  Woodman 1 Show data context -
  Nurseryman, Seedsman, Florist 13 Show data context 16 Show data context
  Gardener (not domestic) 9 Show data context -
8. PERSONS ENGAGED ABOUT ANIMALS. 190 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Horse Proprietor, Breeder, Dealer 3 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Groom, Horse-keeper, Horse-breaker 148 Show data context -
  Veterinary Surgeon, Farrier 21 Show data context -
  Cattle, Sheep, Pig - Dealer, Salesman 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Drover 2 Show data context -
  Dog, Bird, Animal - Keeper, Dealer 10 Show data context -
  Fisherman 2 Show data context -
  Knacker, Catsmeat Dealer &c &c. 3 Show data context -
9. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN BOOKS, PRINTS, AND MAPS. 748 Show data context 211 Show data context
  Publisher, Bookseller, Librarian 65 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Music-Publisher, Seller, Printer 29 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Bookbinder 89 Show data context 173 Show data context
  Printer 486 Show data context 16 Show data context
  Newspaper Agent, News Room Keeper 25 Show data context 8 Show data context
  Lithographer, Lithographic Printer 41 Show data context -
  Copper Plate and Steel Plate Printer 4 Show data context -
  Map and Print - Colourer, Seller 9 Show data context 6 Show data context
10. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN MACHINES AND IMPLEMENTS. 357 Show data context 28 Show data context
  Engine, Machine Maker 48 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Millwright 3 Show data context -
  Fitter, Turner (Engine and Machine) 33 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Spinning and Weaving Machine Maker 2 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Agricultural Machine and Implement Maker 2 Show data context -
  Domestic Machinery - Maker, Dealer 9 Show data context -
  Tool Maker, Dealer 14 Show data context -
  Cutler, Scissors Maker 14 Show data context 2 Show data context
  File Maker 4 Show data context -
  Saw Maker 3 Show data context -
  Pencil Maker (Wood) 2 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Domestic Implement Maker 3 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Watch Maker, Clock Maker 60 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Philosophical Instrument Maker 24 Show data context -
  Electrical Apparatus Maker 13 Show data context -
  Weighing and Measuring Apparatus Maker 7 Show data context -
  Surgical Instrument Maker 11 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Gunsmith, Gun Manufacturer 15 Show data context -
  Sword, Bayonet - Maker, Cutler 4 Show data context -
  Musical Instrument Maker, Dealer 56 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Type Cutter, Founder 6 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Die, Seal, Coin, Medal Maker 10 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Toy Maker, Dealer 7 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Fishing Rod, Tackle, Maker, Dealer 3 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Apparatus for other games, Maker, Dealer 4 Show data context 2 Show data context
11. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN HOUSES, FURNITURE, AND DECORATIONS. 1,728 Show data context 129 Show data context
  Builder 45 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Carpenter, Joiner 288 Show data context -
  Bricklayer 223 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Mason 67 Show data context -
  Slater, Tiler 3 Show data context -
  Plasterer, Whitewasher 38 Show data context -
  Paperhanger 13 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Plumber 74 Show data context -
  Painter, Glazier 341 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Cabinet Maker 208 Show data context 49 Show data context
  French Polisher 87 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Furniture Broker, Dealer 28 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Locksmith, Bellhanger 15 Show data context -
  Gas Fitter 74 Show data context -
  House and Shop Fittings - Maker, Dealer 18 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Funeral Furniture Maker, Undertaker 17 Show data context -
  Others 6 Show data context -
  Wood Carver 18 Show data context -
  Carver, Gilder 120 Show data context 9 Show data context
  Dealer in Works of Art 28 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Figure, Image - Maker, Dealer 6 Show data context -
  Animal, Bird &c. Preserver, Naturalist 3 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Artificial Flower Maker 8 Show data context 42 Show data context
12. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN CARRIAGES AND HARNESS. 288 Show data context 13 Show data context
  Coachmaker 172 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Railway Carriage, Railway Wagon, Maker 2 Show data context -
  Wheelwright 21 Show data context -
  Others 3 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Saddler, Harness, Whip Maker 90 Show data context 7 Show data context
13. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN SHIPS AND BOATS. 2 Show data context -
  Sail Maker 2 Show data context -
14. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN CHEMICALS AND COMPOUNDS. 104 Show data context 31 Show data context
  Dye, Paint Manufacture 10 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Ink, Blacking, Colour Substance Manufacture 23 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Fusee, Fireworks, Explosive Article Manufacture - 5 Show data context
  Chemist, Druggist 49 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Manufacturing Chemist 18 Show data context 18 Show data context
  Drysalter 4 Show data context -
15. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN TOBACCO AND PIPES. 82 Show data context 17 Show data context
  Tobacco Manufacture, Tobacconist 76 Show data context 17 Show data context
  Tobacco Pipe, Snuff Box &c. Maker 6 Show data context -
16. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN FOOD AND LODGING. 1,090 Show data context 382 Show data context
  Innkeeper, Hotel Keeper, Publican 112 Show data context 19 Show data context
  Lodging, Boarding House Keeper 44 Show data context 166 Show data context
  Coffee, Eating House, Keeper 55 Show data context 16 Show data context
  Hop - Merchant, Dealer 2 Show data context -
  Brewer 91 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Beerseller, Ale, Porter, Cider Dealer 8 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Cellarman 53 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Wine, Spirit - Merchant, Agent 39 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Milkseller, Dairyman 77 Show data context 27 Show data context
  Cheesemonger, Butterman 29 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Butcher, Meat Salesman 93 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Provision Curer, Dealer 35 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Poulterer, Game Dealer 8 Show data context -
  Fishmonger 40 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Corn, Flour, Seed Merchant, Dealer 19 Show data context 16 Show data context
  Corn Miller 1 Show data context -
  Baker 131 Show data context 13 Show data context
  Confectioner, Pastrycook 34 Show data context 28 Show data context
  Greengrocer, Fruiterer 94 Show data context 25 Show data context
  Mustard, Vinegar, Spice, Pickle Maker, Dealer 16 Show data context 41 Show data context
  Sugar Refiner 6 Show data context -
  Grocer. Tea, Coffee, Chocolate Maker, Dealer 87 Show data context 10 Show data context
  Ginger Beer, Mineral Water Manufacturer, Dealer 16 Show data context 1 Show data context
17. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN TEXTILE FABRICS. 185 Show data context 157 Show data context
  Woolstapler 1 Show data context -
  Woollen Cloth Manufacture 11 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Worsted, Stuff, Manufacture 1 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Blanket Manufacture 1 Show data context -
  Cloth, Worsted, Stuff, Flannel, Blanket Dealer 7 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Others 2 Show data context -
  Silk, Silk Goods, Manufacture 10 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Silk Merchant, Dealer 4 Show data context -
  Cotton, Cotton Goods Manufacture - 3 Show data context
  Flax, Linen - Manufacturer, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Lace Manufacturer, Dealer 4 Show data context 9 Show data context
  Hemp, Jute, Cocoa Fibre Manufacture 1 Show data context -
  Sacking, Sack, Bag - Maker, Dealer 2 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Others working and Dealing in Hemp 1 Show data context -
  Weaver (undefined) 6 Show data context -
  Dyer, Printer, Scourer, Bleacher, Calenderer (undefined) 8 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Factory Hand (textile, undefined) 4 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Carpet, Rug Manufacture 1 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Manchester Warehouseman 2 Show data context -
  Draper, Linen Draper, Mercer 91 Show data context 48 Show data context
  Fancy Goods (Textile) Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 12 Show data context 13 Show data context
  Trimming Maker, Dealer 9 Show data context 18 Show data context
  Embroiderer 6 Show data context 47 Show data context
18. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN DRESS. 868 Show data context 1,406 Show data context
  Hatter, Hat Manufacture 23 Show data context 12 Show data context
  Straw - Hat, Bonnet, Plait Manufacture 2 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Tailor 374 Show data context 383 Show data context
  Milliner, Dressmaker, Staymaker 13 Show data context 696 Show data context
  Shirt Maker, Seamstress 7 Show data context 206 Show data context
  Hosiery Manufacture - 3 Show data context
  Hosier, Haberdasher 23 Show data context 10 Show data context
  Glover, Glove Maker 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Button Maker, Dealer 1 Show data context 13 Show data context
  Shoe, Boot - Maker, Dealer 336 Show data context 36 Show data context
  Patten, Clog Maker 1 Show data context -
  Wig Maker, Hair Dresser 60 Show data context 8 Show data context
  Umbrella, Parasol, Stick - Maker, Dealer 12 Show data context 13 Show data context
  Accoutrement Maker 13 Show data context 9 Show data context
  Old Clothes Dealer, and others 2 Show data context 13 Show data context
19. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS ANIMAL SUBSTANCES. 144 Show data context 72 Show data context
  Tallow Chandler, Candle, Grease Manufacture 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Soap Boiler, Maker 6 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Glue, Size, Gelatine, Isinglass - Maker, Dealer - 1 Show data context
  Bone, Horn, Ivory, Tortoise-shell - Worker, Dealer 5 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Others 5 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Furrier, Skinner 18 Show data context 10 Show data context
  Tanner, Fellmonger 1 Show data context -
  Currier 39 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Leather Goods, Portmanteau, Bag, Strap &c., Maker, Dealer 40 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Hair, Bristle - Worker, Dealer 8 Show data context 10 Show data context
  Brush, Broom, Maker 19 Show data context 14 Show data context
  Quill, Feather - Dresser, Dealer 2 Show data context 20 Show data context
20. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS VEGETABLE SUBSTANCES. 260 Show data context 172 Show data context
  Oil Miller, Oil Cake - Maker, Dealer - 2 Show data context
  Oil and Colourman 24 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Japanner 12 Show data context 4 Show data context
  India Rubber, Gutta Percha - Worker, Dealer 3 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Waterproof Goods - Maker, Dealer 4 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Others 1 Show data context -
  Willow, Cane, Rush Worker, Dealer, Basketmaker 21 Show data context 11 Show data context
  Hay, Straw (not plait), Chaff, Cutter, Dealer 5 Show data context -
  Timber, Wood - Merchant, Dealer 10 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Sawyer 3 Show data context -
  Wood Turner, Box Maker 18 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Cooper, Hoop Maker, Bender 24 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Cork, Bark - Cutter, Worker, Dealer 6 Show data context -
  Others 12 Show data context -
  Paper Manufacture 7 Show data context 11 Show data context
  Envelope Maker 2 Show data context 18 Show data context
  Stationer, Law Stationer 51 Show data context 34 Show data context
  Card, Pattern Card Maker 6 Show data context 9 Show data context
  Paper Stainer 4 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Paper Box, Paper Bag Maker 5 Show data context 30 Show data context
  Ticket, Label Writer 10 Show data context 33 Show data context
  Others 32 Show data context 3 Show data context
21. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS MINERAL SUBSTANCES. 833 Show data context 53 Show data context
  Coal Miner 3 Show data context -
  Miner, in other or undefined Minerals 1 Show data context -
  Mine Service 2 Show data context -
  Coal Merchant 16 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Coalheaver 36 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Coke, Charcoal, Peat - Cutter, Burner, Dealer 2 Show data context -
  Gas Works Service 11 Show data context -
  Stone Cutter, Dresser, Dealer 4 Show data context -
  Plaster, Cement Manufacture 1 Show data context -
  Brick, Tile - Maker, Burner, Dealer 3 Show data context -
  Paviour 37 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Road Labourer 3 Show data context -
  Railway Labourer, Navvy 5 Show data context -
  Earthenware, China, Porcelain, Manufacture 9 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Glass Manufacture 37 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Earthenware, China, Glass Dealer 16 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Waterworks Service 6 Show data context -
  Others - 1 Show data context
  Goldsmith, Silversmith, Jeweller 135 Show data context 10 Show data context
  Gold, Silver, Beater 3 Show data context -
  Lapidary 1 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Others 12 Show data context 13 Show data context
  [Iron Manufacture] 25 Show data context -
  [Steel Manufacture] 3 Show data context -
  Blacksmith 115 Show data context -
  Whitesmith 25 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Nail Manufacture 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Ironmonger. Hardware Dealer, Merchant 43 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Other Iron and Steel Manufacture 3 Show data context -
  Copper, Copper Goods - Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  [Coppersmith] 16 Show data context -
  Tin, Tin Plate, Tin Goods - Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 62 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Zinc, Zinc Goods - Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 5 Show data context -
  Lead, Leaden Goods - Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 4 Show data context -
  Metal Refiner, Worker, Turner, Dealer 23 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Brass, Bronze Manufacture. Brazier 103 Show data context -
  Metal Burnisher, Lacquerer 3 Show data context 6 Show data context
  White Metal, Plated Ware, Manufacture. Pewterer 6 Show data context -
  Wire Maker, Worker, Weaver, Drawer 34 Show data context -
  Bolt, Nut, Rivet, Screw, Staple Maker - 1 Show data context
  Lamp, Lantern, Candlestick Maker 17 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Others 1 Show data context -
22. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN GENERAL OR UNSPECIFIED COMMODITIES. 1,548 Show data context 561 Show data context
  General Shopkeeper, Dealer 214 Show data context 169 Show data context
  Pawnbroker 16 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Costermonger, Huckster, Street Seller 189 Show data context 209 Show data context
  Manufacturer, Manager, Superintendant (undefined) 21 Show data context 10 Show data context
  Contractor (undefined) 3 Show data context -
  General Labourer 871 Show data context 8 Show data context
  Engine Driver, Stoker, Fireman (not railway, marine or agricultural) 43 Show data context -
  Artizan, Mechanic (undefined) 113 Show data context 34 Show data context
  Apprentice (undefined) 7 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Factory Labourer (undefined) 63 Show data context 28 Show data context
  Machinist, Machine Worker (undefined) 8 Show data context 100 Show data context
23. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN REFUSE MATTERS. 54 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Chimney Sweep, Soot Merchant 30 Show data context -
  Scavenger, Crossing Sweeper 23 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Rag Gatherer, Dealer 1 Show data context -
24. PERSONS WITHOUT SPECIFIED OCCUPATIONS. 384 Show data context 934 Show data context
  Persons returned by Property, Rank &c. and not special occupation 384 Show data context 934 Show data context
[UNKNOWN OCCUPATION] 301 Show data context 6,191 Show data context
  [Occupation recorded but of unknown meaning] 15 Show data context 9 Show data context
  [Blank field, or illegible] 286 Show data context 6,182 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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(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.)

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