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 Aston PLU/RegD Erdington SubD
OCCUPATIONS. Males.
[1]
Females.
[2]
1. PERSONS ENGAGED IN THE GENERAL OR LOCAL GOVERNMENT OF THE COUNTRY. 172 Show data context 9 Show data context
  Peer, M.P., Privy Councillor (not otherwise described) 1 Show data context -
  Civil Service (officers and clerks) 53 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Civil Service (messengers, &c.) 20 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Police 70 Show data context -
  Municipal, Parish, Union, District, Officer 25 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Other Local or County Official 3 Show data context -
2. PERSONS ENGAGED IN THE DEFENCE OF THE COUNTRY. 30 Show data context -
  Army Officer (effective/retired) 2 Show data context -
  Soldier and Non-commissioned officer 14 Show data context -
  Army Pensioner 10 Show data context -
  Seaman, R.N. 2 Show data context -
  Navy Pensioner 2 Show data context -
3. PERSONS ENGAGED IN PROFESSIONAL OCCUPATIONS (WITH THEIR IMMEDIATE SUBORDINATES). 602 Show data context 547 Show data context
  Clergymen (Established Church) 21 Show data context -
  Roman Catholic Priest 19 Show data context -
  Minister, Priest of other religious bodies 16 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Missionary, Scripture Reader, Itinerant preacher 5 Show data context 10 Show data context
  Nun, Sister of Charity - 20 Show data context
  Theological Student 5 Show data context -
  Church, chapel, cemetery - officer, servant 16 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Barrister, Solicitor 15 Show data context -
  Law Clerk, and others connected with the law 72 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Physician, Surgeon, General Practitioner 22 Show data context -
  Dentist 9 Show data context -
  Medical Student, Assistant 13 Show data context -
  Midwife - 6 Show data context
  Subordinate Medical Service 2 Show data context 63 Show data context
  Schoolmaster 146 Show data context 313 Show data context
  Teacher, Professor, Lecturer 22 Show data context 66 Show data context
  School Service, and others connected with teaching 13 Show data context 8 Show data context
  Author, Editor, Journalist 10 Show data context -
  Reporter, Short-hand Writer 8 Show data context -
  Persons engaged in Scientific Pursuits 4 Show data context -
  Literary, Scientific, Institution, Service, &c. 3 Show data context -
  Civil Engineer 19 Show data context -
  Mining Engineer 3 Show data context -
  Land, House, Ship, Surveyor 21 Show data context -
  Painter (artist) 26 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Engraver (artist) 18 Show data context -
  Sculptor 5 Show data context -
  Architect 23 Show data context -
  Musician, Music Master 29 Show data context 39 Show data context
  Art Student 5 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Photographer 13 Show data context 8 Show data context
  Actor 2 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Art, Music, Theatre Service 6 Show data context -
  Performer, Showman, Exhibition, Service 1 Show data context -
  Billiard, Cricket & other Games, Service 10 Show data context -
4. PERSONS ENGAGED IN DOMESTIC OFFICES OR SERVICES. 183 Show data context 2,932 Show data context
  Domestic Coachman, Groom 54 Show data context -
  Domestic Gardener 24 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Domestic Indoor Servant 50 Show data context 2,452 Show data context
  Lodge, Gate, Park Keeper (not Government) 5 Show data context -
  Inn, Hotel Servant 42 Show data context 56 Show data context
  Office Keeper (not Government) 2 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Cook (not domestic) - 4 Show data context
  Charwoman - 104 Show data context
  Washing and Bathing Service 3 Show data context 304 Show data context
  Hospital and Institution Service 2 Show data context 10 Show data context
  Others engaged in Service 1 Show data context -
5. PERSONS ENGAGED IN COMMERCIAL OCCUPATIONS. 1,424 Show data context 77 Show data context
  Merchant 18 Show data context -
  Broker, Agent, Factor 101 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Auctioneer, Appraiser, Valuer, House Agent 30 Show data context -
  Accountant 44 Show data context -
  Salesman, Buyer (not otherwise specified) 6 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Commercial Traveller 297 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Commercial Clerk 854 Show data context 69 Show data context
  Officer of Commercial Company, Guild, Society &c. 1 Show data context -
  Bank Service 24 Show data context -
  Bill Discounter, Bill Broker, Finance Agent 2 Show data context -
  Life, House, Ship &c., Insurance Service 47 Show data context -
6. PERSONS ENGAGED IN CONVEYANCE OF MEN, GOODS, AND MESSAGES. 968 Show data context 247 Show data context
  Railway Engine Driver, Stoker 95 Show data context -
  Railway Guard 18 Show data context -
  Pointsman, Level Crossing Man 13 Show data context -
  Other Railway Officials and Servants 213 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Toll Collector, Turnpike Gate Keeper 1 Show data context -
  Omnibus, Coach, Cab, Owner - Livery Stable Keeper 20 Show data context -
  Cabman, Flyman, Coachman (not domestic) 126 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Carman, Carrier, Carter, Haulier 174 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Tramway Companies' Service 2 Show data context -
  Inland Navigation Service 11 Show data context -
  Bargeman, Lighterman, Waterman 37 Show data context -
  Seaman (Merchant Service) 2 Show data context -
  Harbour, Dock, Wharf, Lighthouse Service 1 Show data context -
  Warehouseman (not Manchester) 102 Show data context 229 Show data context
  Messenger, Porter, Watchman (not Railway or Government) 144 Show data context 8 Show data context
  Telegraph, Telephone Service 9 Show data context 3 Show data context
7. PERSONS ENGAGED IN AGRICULTURE. 550 Show data context 28 Show data context
  Farmer, Grazier 49 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Farmer's, Grazier's - Son, Grandson, Brother, Nephew 21 Show data context -
  Farm Bailiff 14 Show data context -
  Agricultural Labourer, Farm Servant, Cottager 274 Show data context 14 Show data context
  Shepherd 6 Show data context -
  Land Drainage Service (not in towns) 1 Show data context -
  Agricultural Machine - Proprietor, Attendant 2 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Woodman 3 Show data context -
  Nurseryman, Seedsman, Florist 3 Show data context -
  Gardener (not domestic) 177 Show data context 7 Show data context
8. PERSONS ENGAGED ABOUT ANIMALS. 88 Show data context -
  Horse Proprietor, Breeder, Dealer 2 Show data context -
  Groom, Horse-keeper, Horse-breaker 76 Show data context -
  Veterinary Surgeon, Farrier 1 Show data context -
  Cattle, Sheep, Pig - Dealer, Salesman 4 Show data context -
  Gamekeeper 4 Show data context -
  Fisherman 1 Show data context -
9. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN BOOKS, PRINTS, AND MAPS. 230 Show data context 25 Show data context
  Publisher, Bookseller, Librarian 23 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Music-Publisher, Seller, Printer 2 Show data context -
  Bookbinder 14 Show data context 10 Show data context
  Printer 149 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Newspaper Agent, News Room Keeper 8 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Lithographer, Lithographic Printer 34 Show data context 1 Show data context
10. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN MACHINES AND IMPLEMENTS. 2,158 Show data context 266 Show data context
  Engine, Machine Maker 106 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Millwright 8 Show data context -
  Fitter, Turner (Engine and Machine) 194 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Boiler Maker 10 Show data context -
  Spinning and Weaving Machine Maker 4 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Agricultural Machine and Implement Maker 78 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Domestic Machinery - Maker, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Tool Maker, Dealer 430 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Cutler, Scissors Maker 19 Show data context 2 Show data context
  File Maker 27 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Saw Maker 2 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Pin Maker 20 Show data context 21 Show data context
  Needle Maker - 1 Show data context
  Steel Pen Maker 24 Show data context 164 Show data context
  Pencil Maker (Wood) 1 Show data context -
  Domestic Implement Maker 21 Show data context 14 Show data context
  [Others] 1 Show data context -
  Watch Maker, Clock Maker 141 Show data context 15 Show data context
  Philosophical Instrument Maker 58 Show data context 9 Show data context
  Electrical Apparatus Maker 2 Show data context -
  Weighing and Measuring Apparatus Maker 54 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Surgical Instrument Maker - 1 Show data context
  Gunsmith, Gun Manufacturer 828 Show data context 12 Show data context
  Sword, Bayonet - Maker, Cutler 5 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Musical Instrument Maker, Dealer 19 Show data context -
  Type Cutter, Founder 5 Show data context -
  Die, Seal, Coin, Medal Maker 90 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Toy Maker, Dealer - 1 Show data context
  Fishing Rod, Tackle, Maker, Dealer 8 Show data context -
  Apparatus for other games, Maker, Dealer 2 Show data context -
11. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN HOUSES, FURNITURE, AND DECORATIONS. 1,671 Show data context 68 Show data context
  Builder 86 Show data context -
  Carpenter, Joiner 526 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Bricklayer 365 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Mason 98 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Slater, Tiler 10 Show data context -
  Plasterer, Whitewasher 41 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Paperhanger 11 Show data context -
  Plumber 39 Show data context -
  Painter, Glazier 228 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Cabinet Maker 107 Show data context 15 Show data context
  French Polisher 7 Show data context 27 Show data context
  Furniture Broker, Dealer 12 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Locksmith, Bellhanger 32 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Gas Fitter 46 Show data context -
  House and Shop Fittings - Maker, Dealer 19 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Funeral Furniture Maker, Undertaker 14 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Wood Carver 6 Show data context -
  Carver, Gilder 20 Show data context 9 Show data context
  Dealer in Works of Art 3 Show data context -
  Animal, Bird &c. Preserver, Naturalist 1 Show data context -
12. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN CARRIAGES AND HARNESS. 440 Show data context 20 Show data context
  Coachmaker 121 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Railway Carriage, Railway Wagon, Maker 133 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Wheelwright 35 Show data context -
  Bicycle, Tricycle - Maker, Dealer 39 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Others 30 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Saddler, Harness, Whip Maker 82 Show data context 10 Show data context
13. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN SHIPS AND BOATS. 22 Show data context -
  Ship, Boat, Barge Builder 19 Show data context -
  Shipwright, Ship Carpenter (ashore) 1 Show data context -
  Ship Rigger, Chandler, Fitter 2 Show data context -
14. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN CHEMICALS AND COMPOUNDS. 136 Show data context 164 Show data context
  Dye, Paint Manufacture 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Ink, Blacking, Colour Substance Manufacture 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Gunpowder, Guncotton, Explosive Substance Manufacture 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Fusee, Fireworks, Explosive Article Manufacture 60 Show data context 157 Show data context
  Chemist, Druggist 62 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Manufacturing Chemist 9 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Drysalter 2 Show data context -
15. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN TOBACCO AND PIPES. 22 Show data context 27 Show data context
  Tobacco Manufacture, Tobacconist 17 Show data context 25 Show data context
  Tobacco Pipe, Snuff Box &c. Maker 5 Show data context 2 Show data context
16. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN FOOD AND LODGING. 1,132 Show data context 225 Show data context
  Innkeeper, Hotel Keeper, Publican 105 Show data context 23 Show data context
  Lodging, Boarding House Keeper - 19 Show data context
  Coffee, Eating House, Keeper 10 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Maltster 53 Show data context -
  Brewer 97 Show data context -
  Beerseller, Ale, Porter, Cider Dealer 30 Show data context 20 Show data context
  Cellarman 9 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Wine, Spirit - Merchant, Agent 9 Show data context -
  Milkseller, Dairyman 44 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Cheesemonger, Butterman 5 Show data context -
  Butcher, Meat Salesman 153 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Provision Curer, Dealer 25 Show data context 21 Show data context
  Poulterer, Game Dealer 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Fishmonger 9 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Corn, Flour, Seed Merchant, Dealer 25 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Corn Miller 28 Show data context -
  Baker 176 Show data context 11 Show data context
  Confectioner, Pastrycook 30 Show data context 33 Show data context
  Greengrocer, Fruiterer 61 Show data context 18 Show data context
  Mustard, Vinegar, Spice, Pickle Maker, Dealer 5 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Sugar Refiner 2 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Grocer. Tea, Coffee, Chocolate Maker, Dealer 238 Show data context 48 Show data context
  Ginger Beer, Mineral Water Manufacturer, Dealer 16 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Others Dealing in Food 1 Show data context -
17. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN TEXTILE FABRICS. 139 Show data context 105 Show data context
  Woolstapler 2 Show data context -
  Woollen Cloth Manufacture 2 Show data context -
  Cloth, Worsted, Stuff, Flannel, Blanket Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Silk, Silk Goods, Manufacture - 4 Show data context
  Ribbon Manufacture - 7 Show data context
  Silk Merchant, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Cotton, Cotton Goods Manufacture 2 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Cotton, Calico - Warehouseman, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Lace Manufacturer, Dealer - 4 Show data context
  Tape Manufacturer, Dealer - 1 Show data context
  Hemp, Jute, Cocoa Fibre Manufacture 1 Show data context -
  Rope, Twine, Cord - Maker, Dealer 9 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Mat Maker, Seller - 1 Show data context
  Sacking, Sack, Bag - Maker, Dealer - 4 Show data context
  Others working and Dealing in Hemp 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Weaver (undefined) - 1 Show data context
  Dyer, Printer, Scourer, Bleacher, Calenderer (undefined) 6 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Factory Hand (textile, undefined) - 4 Show data context
  Felt Manufacture 1 Show data context -
  Carpet, Rug Manufacture 4 Show data context -
  Draper, Linen Draper, Mercer 101 Show data context 47 Show data context
  Fancy Goods (Textile) Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 5 Show data context 19 Show data context
  Trimming Maker, Dealer 2 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Embroiderer - 3 Show data context
18. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN DRESS. 599 Show data context 1,426 Show data context
  Hatter, Hat Manufacture 6 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Straw - Hat, Bonnet, Plait Manufacture - 2 Show data context
  Tailor 104 Show data context 103 Show data context
  Milliner, Dressmaker, Staymaker 8 Show data context 938 Show data context
  Shirt Maker, Seamstress 1 Show data context 95 Show data context
  Hosiery Manufacture - 4 Show data context
  Hosier, Haberdasher 11 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Glover, Glove Maker - 1 Show data context
  Button Maker, Dealer 211 Show data context 202 Show data context
  Shoe, Boot - Maker, Dealer 216 Show data context 31 Show data context
  Patten, Clog Maker 1 Show data context -
  Wig Maker, Hair Dresser 24 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Umbrella, Parasol, Stick - Maker, Dealer 8 Show data context 27 Show data context
  Accoutrement Maker 7 Show data context 9 Show data context
  Old Clothes Dealer, and others 2 Show data context -
19. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS ANIMAL SUBSTANCES. 121 Show data context 67 Show data context
  Tallow Chandler, Candle, Grease Manufacture 5 Show data context -
  Soap Boiler, Maker 9 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Glue, Size, Gelatine, Isinglass - Maker, Dealer - 1 Show data context
  Manure Manufacture 4 Show data context -
  Bone, Horn, Ivory, Tortoise-shell - Worker, Dealer 10 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Others - 1 Show data context
  Furrier, Skinner 2 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Tanner, Fellmonger 4 Show data context -
  Currier 14 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Leather Goods, Portmanteau, Bag, Strap &c., Maker, Dealer 38 Show data context 22 Show data context
  Hair, Bristle - Worker, Dealer 1 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Brush, Broom, Maker 34 Show data context 25 Show data context
  Quill, Feather - Dresser, Dealer - 2 Show data context
20. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS VEGETABLE SUBSTANCES. 321 Show data context 193 Show data context
  Oil Miller, Oil Cake - Maker, Dealer 3 Show data context -
  Oil and Colourman 1 Show data context -
  Floor Cloth, Oil Cloth Manufacture 3 Show data context -
  Japanner 31 Show data context 24 Show data context
  India Rubber, Gutta Percha - Worker, Dealer 2 Show data context -
  Others 6 Show data context -
  Willow, Cane, Rush Worker, Dealer, Basketmaker 4 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Hay, Straw (not plait), Chaff, Cutter, Dealer 2 Show data context -
  Timber, Wood - Merchant, Dealer 34 Show data context -
  Sawyer 64 Show data context -
  Lath, Wooden Fence, Hurdle Maker 2 Show data context -
  Wood Turner, Box Maker 38 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Cooper, Hoop Maker, Bender 47 Show data context -
  Cork, Bark - Cutter, Worker, Dealer - 1 Show data context
  Others - 1 Show data context
  Paper Manufacture 44 Show data context 32 Show data context
  Envelope Maker - 1 Show data context
  Stationer, Law Stationer 20 Show data context 16 Show data context
  Card, Pattern Card Maker - 2 Show data context
  Paper Stainer 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Paper Box, Paper Bag Maker 8 Show data context 101 Show data context
  Ticket, Label Writer 2 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Others 9 Show data context 9 Show data context
21. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS MINERAL SUBSTANCES. 4,993 Show data context 831 Show data context
  Coal Miner 3 Show data context -
  Miner, in other or undefined Minerals 1 Show data context -
  Mine Service 3 Show data context -
  [Haulier] [not in Census Report but in codebook] 6 Show data context -
  Coal Merchant 100 Show data context 8 Show data context
  Coalheaver 18 Show data context -
  Coke, Charcoal, Peat - Cutter, Burner, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Gas Works Service 80 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Stone Quarrier - 1 Show data context
  Stone Cutter, Dresser, Dealer 10 Show data context -
  Slate Quarrier 1 Show data context -
  Slate Worker, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Well Sinker, Borer 3 Show data context -
  Plaster, Cement Manufacture 2 Show data context -
  Brick, Tile - Maker, Burner, Dealer 91 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Paviour 15 Show data context -
  Road Contractor, Surveyor, Inspector 2 Show data context -
  Road Labourer 14 Show data context -
  Platelayer 28 Show data context -
  Railway Labourer, Navvy 39 Show data context -
  Others 1 Show data context -
  Earthenware, China, Porcelain, Manufacture 11 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Glass Manufacture 153 Show data context 15 Show data context
  Earthenware, China, Glass Dealer 12 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Waterworks Service 7 Show data context -
  Goldsmith, Silversmith, Jeweller 1,517 Show data context 180 Show data context
  Gold, Silver, Beater 10 Show data context -
  Lapidary 24 Show data context 19 Show data context
  Others 14 Show data context 29 Show data context
  [Iron Manufacture] 261 Show data context 16 Show data context
  [Steel Manufacture] 89 Show data context 10 Show data context
  Blacksmith 214 Show data context -
  Whitesmith 5 Show data context -
  Nail Manufacture 89 Show data context 36 Show data context
  Anchor, Chain Manufacture 4 Show data context 44 Show data context
  Ironmonger. Hardware Dealer, Merchant 58 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Other Iron and Steel Manufacture 41 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Copper, Copper Goods - Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 2 Show data context -
  [Coppersmith] 18 Show data context -
  Tin, Tin Plate, Tin Goods - Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 122 Show data context 88 Show data context
  Zinc, Zinc Goods - Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 39 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Lead, Leaden Goods - Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 1 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Metal Refiner, Worker, Turner, Dealer 184 Show data context 15 Show data context
  Brass, Bronze Manufacture. Brazier 925 Show data context 49 Show data context
  Metal Burnisher, Lacquerer 45 Show data context 174 Show data context
  White Metal, Plated Ware, Manufacture. Pewterer 295 Show data context 46 Show data context
  Wire Maker, Worker, Weaver, Drawer 178 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Bolt, Nut, Rivet, Screw, Staple Maker 47 Show data context 11 Show data context
  Lamp, Lantern, Candlestick Maker 123 Show data context 26 Show data context
  Clasp, Buckle, Hinge Maker 25 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Fancy Chain, Gilt Toy Maker 33 Show data context 27 Show data context
  Others 28 Show data context 11 Show data context
22. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN GENERAL OR UNSPECIFIED COMMODITIES. 1,655 Show data context 439 Show data context
  General Shopkeeper, Dealer 60 Show data context 107 Show data context
  Pawnbroker 23 Show data context 25 Show data context
  Costermonger, Huckster, Street Seller 16 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Manufacturer, Manager, Superintendant (undefined) 56 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Contractor (undefined) 3 Show data context -
  General Labourer 887 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Engine Driver, Stoker, Fireman (not railway, marine or agricultural) 129 Show data context -
  Artizan, Mechanic (undefined) 303 Show data context 66 Show data context
  Apprentice (undefined) 14 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Factory Labourer (undefined) 67 Show data context 164 Show data context
  Machinist, Machine Worker (undefined) 97 Show data context 65 Show data context
23. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN REFUSE MATTERS. 26 Show data context -
  Town Drainage Service 14 Show data context -
  Chimney Sweep, Soot Merchant 12 Show data context -
24. PERSONS WITHOUT SPECIFIED OCCUPATIONS. 436 Show data context 1,957 Show data context
  Persons returned by Property, Rank &c. and not special occupation 436 Show data context 1,957 Show data context
[UNKNOWN OCCUPATION] 323 Show data context 10,436 Show data context
  [Occupation recorded but of unknown meaning] 52 Show data context 20 Show data context
  [Blank field, or illegible] 271 Show data context 10,416 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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