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".

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OCCUPATIONS. Males.
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Females.
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1. PERSONS ENGAGED IN THE GENERAL OR LOCAL GOVERNMENT OF THE COUNTRY. 83 Show data context 9 Show data context
  Civil Service (officers and clerks) 15 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Civil Service (messengers, &c.) 18 Show data context -
  Police 32 Show data context -
  Municipal, Parish, Union, District, Officer 13 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Other Local or County Official 5 Show data context -
2. PERSONS ENGAGED IN THE DEFENCE OF THE COUNTRY. 12 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Soldier and Non-commissioned officer 5 Show data context -
  Militia, Yeomanry, Volunteers 1 Show data context -
  Army Pensioner 4 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Navy Pensioner 2 Show data context -
3. PERSONS ENGAGED IN PROFESSIONAL OCCUPATIONS (WITH THEIR IMMEDIATE SUBORDINATES). 256 Show data context 242 Show data context
  Clergymen (Established Church) 14 Show data context -
  Roman Catholic Priest 1 Show data context -
  Minister, Priest of other religious bodies 10 Show data context -
  Missionary, Scripture Reader, Itinerant preacher 2 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Theological Student 2 Show data context -
  Church, chapel, cemetery - officer, servant 10 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Barrister, Solicitor 10 Show data context -
  Law Student 1 Show data context -
  Law Clerk, and others connected with the law 20 Show data context -
  Physician, Surgeon, General Practitioner 12 Show data context -
  Dentist 4 Show data context -
  Medical Student, Assistant 6 Show data context -
  Midwife - 5 Show data context
  Subordinate Medical Service 4 Show data context 25 Show data context
  Schoolmaster 78 Show data context 177 Show data context
  Teacher, Professor, Lecturer 1 Show data context 11 Show data context
  School Service, and others connected with teaching 6 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Author, Editor, Journalist 1 Show data context -
  Reporter, Short-hand Writer 2 Show data context -
  Persons engaged in Scientific Pursuits 2 Show data context -
  Literary, Scientific, Institution, Service, &c. 1 Show data context -
  Civil Engineer 10 Show data context -
  Mining Engineer 18 Show data context -
  Land, House, Ship, Surveyor 7 Show data context -
  Architect 7 Show data context -
  Musician, Music Master 14 Show data context 14 Show data context
  Art Student 2 Show data context -
  Photographer 4 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Actor 3 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Performer, Showman, Exhibition, Service 1 Show data context -
  Billiard, Cricket & other Games, Service 3 Show data context -
4. PERSONS ENGAGED IN DOMESTIC OFFICES OR SERVICES. 90 Show data context 1,705 Show data context
  Domestic Coachman, Groom 20 Show data context -
  Domestic Gardener 16 Show data context -
  Domestic Indoor Servant 18 Show data context 1,465 Show data context
  Lodge, Gate, Park Keeper (not Government) 2 Show data context -
  Inn, Hotel Servant 29 Show data context 34 Show data context
  College, Club Service 1 Show data context -
  Office Keeper (not Government) - 3 Show data context
  Charwoman 1 Show data context 87 Show data context
  Washing and Bathing Service 2 Show data context 110 Show data context
  Hospital and Institution Service 1 Show data context 6 Show data context
5. PERSONS ENGAGED IN COMMERCIAL OCCUPATIONS. 411 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Merchant 2 Show data context -
  Broker, Agent, Factor 34 Show data context -
  Auctioneer, Appraiser, Valuer, House Agent 9 Show data context -
  Accountant 11 Show data context -
  Salesman, Buyer (not otherwise specified) 4 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Commercial Traveller 36 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Commercial Clerk 283 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Officer of Commercial Company, Guild, Society &c. 1 Show data context -
  Bank Service 10 Show data context -
  Life, House, Ship &c., Insurance Service 21 Show data context -
6. PERSONS ENGAGED IN CONVEYANCE OF MEN, GOODS, AND MESSAGES. 803 Show data context 55 Show data context
  Railway Engine Driver, Stoker 6 Show data context -
  Railway Guard 1 Show data context -
  Pointsman, Level Crossing Man 15 Show data context -
  Other Railway Officials and Servants 84 Show data context -
  Toll Collector, Turnpike Gate Keeper 1 Show data context -
  Omnibus, Coach, Cab, Owner - Livery Stable Keeper 6 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Cabman, Flyman, Coachman (not domestic) 32 Show data context -
  Carman, Carrier, Carter, Haulier 210 Show data context -
  Tramway Companies' Service 1 Show data context -
  Wheel Chair Proprietor, Attendant &c. 1 Show data context -
  Inland Navigation Service 29 Show data context -
  Bargeman, Lighterman, Waterman 270 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Navigation Service (on shore) 1 Show data context -
  Seaman (Merchant Service) 2 Show data context -
  Harbour, Dock, Wharf, Lighthouse Service 31 Show data context -
  Warehouseman (not Manchester) 37 Show data context 49 Show data context
  Meter, Weigher 3 Show data context -
  Messenger, Porter, Watchman (not Railway or Government) 72 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Telegraph, Telephone Service 1 Show data context -
7. PERSONS ENGAGED IN AGRICULTURE. 186 Show data context 10 Show data context
  Farmer, Grazier 22 Show data context -
  Farmer's, Grazier's - Son, Grandson, Brother, Nephew 7 Show data context -
  Farm Bailiff 6 Show data context -
  Agricultural Labourer, Farm Servant, Cottager 112 Show data context 10 Show data context
  Shepherd 3 Show data context -
  Nurseryman, Seedsman, Florist 3 Show data context -
  Gardener (not domestic) 33 Show data context -
8. PERSONS ENGAGED ABOUT ANIMALS. 64 Show data context -
  Horse Proprietor, Breeder, Dealer 7 Show data context -
  Groom, Horse-keeper, Horse-breaker 48 Show data context -
  Veterinary Surgeon, Farrier 3 Show data context -
  Drover 5 Show data context -
  Knacker, Catsmeat Dealer &c &c. 1 Show data context -
9. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN BOOKS, PRINTS, AND MAPS. 54 Show data context 8 Show data context
  Publisher, Bookseller, Librarian 6 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Music-Publisher, Seller, Printer - 2 Show data context
  Bookbinder 3 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Printer 41 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Newspaper Agent, News Room Keeper 2 Show data context -
  Lithographer, Lithographic Printer 2 Show data context -
10. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN MACHINES AND IMPLEMENTS. 586 Show data context 17 Show data context
  Engine, Machine Maker 66 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Millwright 13 Show data context -
  Fitter, Turner (Engine and Machine) 217 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Boiler Maker 118 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Spinning and Weaving Machine Maker 1 Show data context -
  Agricultural Machine and Implement Maker 6 Show data context -
  Domestic Machinery - Maker, Dealer 5 Show data context -
  Tool Maker, Dealer 33 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Cutler, Scissors Maker 1 Show data context -
  File Maker 6 Show data context -
  Needle Maker 1 Show data context -
  Steel Pen Maker - 2 Show data context
  Domestic Implement Maker 27 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Watch Maker, Clock Maker 20 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Philosophical Instrument Maker 12 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Weighing and Measuring Apparatus Maker 29 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Surgical Instrument Maker - 1 Show data context
  Gunsmith, Gun Manufacturer 25 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Sword, Bayonet - Maker, Cutler 1 Show data context -
  Musical Instrument Maker, Dealer 2 Show data context -
  Die, Seal, Coin, Medal Maker 3 Show data context -
11. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN HOUSES, FURNITURE, AND DECORATIONS. 789 Show data context 23 Show data context
  Builder 26 Show data context -
  Carpenter, Joiner 178 Show data context -
  Bricklayer 231 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Mason 21 Show data context -
  Slater, Tiler 13 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Plasterer, Whitewasher 28 Show data context -
  Paperhanger 4 Show data context -
  Plumber 22 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Painter, Glazier 123 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Cabinet Maker 18 Show data context 7 Show data context
  French Polisher 3 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Furniture Broker, Dealer 8 Show data context -
  Locksmith, Bellhanger 23 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Gas Fitter 82 Show data context 2 Show data context
  House and Shop Fittings - Maker, Dealer 3 Show data context -
  Funeral Furniture Maker, Undertaker 1 Show data context -
  Wood Carver 1 Show data context -
  Carver, Gilder 4 Show data context -
12. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN CARRIAGES AND HARNESS. 326 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Coachmaker 195 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Railway Carriage, Railway Wagon, Maker 34 Show data context -
  Wheelwright 37 Show data context -
  Bicycle, Tricycle - Maker, Dealer 3 Show data context -
  Saddler, Harness, Whip Maker 57 Show data context 1 Show data context
13. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN SHIPS AND BOATS. 39 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Ship, Boat, Barge Builder 39 Show data context 1 Show data context
14. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN CHEMICALS AND COMPOUNDS. 64 Show data context 68 Show data context
  Dye, Paint Manufacture 3 Show data context -
  Ink, Blacking, Colour Substance Manufacture 2 Show data context -
  Gunpowder, Guncotton, Explosive Substance Manufacture - 3 Show data context
  Chemist, Druggist 20 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Manufacturing Chemist 37 Show data context 63 Show data context
  Alkali Manufacture 2 Show data context -
15. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN TOBACCO AND PIPES. 7 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Tobacco Manufacture, Tobacconist 5 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Tobacco Pipe, Snuff Box &c. Maker 2 Show data context 2 Show data context
16. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN FOOD AND LODGING. 713 Show data context 136 Show data context
  Innkeeper, Hotel Keeper, Publican 110 Show data context 20 Show data context
  Lodging, Boarding House Keeper - 5 Show data context
  Coffee, Eating House, Keeper 6 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Maltster 23 Show data context -
  Brewer 31 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Beerseller, Ale, Porter, Cider Dealer 41 Show data context 11 Show data context
  Cellarman 2 Show data context -
  Wine, Spirit - Merchant, Agent 6 Show data context -
  Milkseller, Dairyman 22 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Butcher, Meat Salesman 122 Show data context 13 Show data context
  Provision Curer, Dealer 13 Show data context 12 Show data context
  Poulterer, Game Dealer - 1 Show data context
  Fishmonger 9 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Corn, Flour, Seed Merchant, Dealer 18 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Corn Miller 11 Show data context -
  Baker 62 Show data context 8 Show data context
  Confectioner, Pastrycook 7 Show data context 13 Show data context
  Greengrocer, Fruiterer 51 Show data context 14 Show data context
  Sugar Refiner 2 Show data context -
  Grocer. Tea, Coffee, Chocolate Maker, Dealer 166 Show data context 24 Show data context
  Ginger Beer, Mineral Water Manufacturer, Dealer 11 Show data context 1 Show data context
17. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN TEXTILE FABRICS. 72 Show data context 27 Show data context
  Wool, Woollen goods - Dyer, Printer - 2 Show data context
  Silk, Silk Goods, Manufacture - 1 Show data context
  Ribbon Manufacture - 1 Show data context
  Cotton, Cotton Goods Manufacture 1 Show data context -
  Hemp, Jute, Cocoa Fibre Manufacture - 1 Show data context
  Rope, Twine, Cord - Maker, Dealer 10 Show data context -
  Sacking, Sack, Bag - Maker, Dealer 2 Show data context -
  Weaver (undefined) 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Dyer, Printer, Scourer, Bleacher, Calenderer (undefined) - 1 Show data context
  Felt Manufacture - 1 Show data context
  Draper, Linen Draper, Mercer 58 Show data context 17 Show data context
  Fancy Goods (Textile) Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer - 2 Show data context
18. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN DRESS. 243 Show data context 540 Show data context
  Hatter, Hat Manufacture 5 Show data context -
  Straw - Hat, Bonnet, Plait Manufacture - 1 Show data context
  Tailor 90 Show data context 64 Show data context
  Milliner, Dressmaker, Staymaker - 410 Show data context
  Shirt Maker, Seamstress - 30 Show data context
  Hosiery Manufacture - 1 Show data context
  Hosier, Haberdasher 5 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Glover, Glove Maker - 1 Show data context
  Button Maker, Dealer - 3 Show data context
  Shoe, Boot - Maker, Dealer 119 Show data context 19 Show data context
  Patten, Clog Maker 2 Show data context -
  Wig Maker, Hair Dresser 20 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Umbrella, Parasol, Stick - Maker, Dealer 2 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Old Clothes Dealer, and others - 4 Show data context
19. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS ANIMAL SUBSTANCES. 20 Show data context 17 Show data context
  Tallow Chandler, Candle, Grease Manufacture 2 Show data context -
  Soap Boiler, Maker 1 Show data context 14 Show data context
  Glue, Size, Gelatine, Isinglass - Maker, Dealer 2 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Tanner, Fellmonger 1 Show data context -
  Currier 9 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Leather Goods, Portmanteau, Bag, Strap &c., Maker, Dealer 3 Show data context -
  Brush, Broom, Maker 2 Show data context -
20. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS VEGETABLE SUBSTANCES. 100 Show data context 29 Show data context
  Oil Miller, Oil Cake - Maker, Dealer 6 Show data context -
  Japanner 3 Show data context 14 Show data context
  India Rubber, Gutta Percha - Worker, Dealer - 1 Show data context
  Waterproof Goods - Maker, Dealer 5 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Others - 1 Show data context
  Willow, Cane, Rush Worker, Dealer, Basketmaker 5 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Hay, Straw (not plait), Chaff, Cutter, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Timber, Wood - Merchant, Dealer 11 Show data context -
  Sawyer 36 Show data context -
  Lath, Wooden Fence, Hurdle Maker 2 Show data context -
  Wood Turner, Box Maker 9 Show data context -
  Cooper, Hoop Maker, Bender 13 Show data context -
  Paper Manufacture - 1 Show data context
  Stationer, Law Stationer 1 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Card, Pattern Card Maker 1 Show data context -
  Paper Box, Paper Bag Maker 6 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Others 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
21. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS MINERAL SUBSTANCES. 7,293 Show data context 586 Show data context
  Coal Miner 1,248 Show data context 11 Show data context
  Ironstone Miner 11 Show data context -
  Miner, in other or undefined Minerals 30 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Mine Service 17 Show data context -
  [Haulier] [not in Census Report but in codebook] 4 Show data context -
  Coal Merchant 78 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Coalheaver 36 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Coke, Charcoal, Peat - Cutter, Burner, Dealer 27 Show data context 14 Show data context
  Gas Works Service 133 Show data context -
  Stone Quarrier 2 Show data context -
  Stone Cutter, Dresser, Dealer 2 Show data context -
  Limeburner 6 Show data context -
  Clay, Sand, Gravel, Chalk, Labourer, Dealer 6 Show data context -
  Well Sinker, Borer 12 Show data context -
  Plaster, Cement Manufacture 2 Show data context -
  Brick, Tile - Maker, Burner, Dealer 244 Show data context 135 Show data context
  Paviour 3 Show data context -
  Road Labourer 12 Show data context -
  Railway Contractor 1 Show data context -
  Platelayer 19 Show data context -
  Railway Labourer, Navvy 30 Show data context -
  Earthenware, China, Porcelain, Manufacture 17 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Glass Manufacture 365 Show data context 30 Show data context
  Earthenware, China, Glass Dealer 8 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Waterworks Service 1 Show data context -
  Goldsmith, Silversmith, Jeweller 3 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Gold, Silver, Beater 1 Show data context -
  [Iron Manufacture] 3,980 Show data context 74 Show data context
  [Steel Manufacture] 8 Show data context -
  Blacksmith 310 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Whitesmith 113 Show data context -
  Nail Manufacture 44 Show data context 92 Show data context
  Anchor, Chain Manufacture 14 Show data context -
  Ironmonger. Hardware Dealer, Merchant 43 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Other Iron and Steel Manufacture 108 Show data context 11 Show data context
  Copper, Copper Goods - Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 7 Show data context 1 Show data context
  [Coppersmith] 2 Show data context -
  Tin, Tin Plate, Tin Goods - Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 37 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Zinc, Zinc Goods - Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 4 Show data context -
  Metal Refiner, Worker, Turner, Dealer 27 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Brass, Bronze Manufacture. Brazier 53 Show data context 17 Show data context
  Metal Burnisher, Lacquerer 2 Show data context 1 Show data context
  White Metal, Plated Ware, Manufacture. Pewterer 2 Show data context -
  Wire Maker, Worker, Weaver, Drawer 11 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Bolt, Nut, Rivet, Screw, Staple Maker 150 Show data context 150 Show data context
  Lamp, Lantern, Candlestick Maker 3 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Clasp, Buckle, Hinge Maker 40 Show data context 14 Show data context
  Others 17 Show data context -
22. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN GENERAL OR UNSPECIFIED COMMODITIES. 2,394 Show data context 208 Show data context
  General Shopkeeper, Dealer 34 Show data context 36 Show data context
  Pawnbroker 12 Show data context 23 Show data context
  Costermonger, Huckster, Street Seller 9 Show data context 12 Show data context
  Manufacturer, Manager, Superintendant (undefined) 29 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Contractor (undefined) 5 Show data context -
  General Labourer 1,454 Show data context 15 Show data context
  Engine Driver, Stoker, Fireman (not railway, marine or agricultural) 213 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Artizan, Mechanic (undefined) 530 Show data context 31 Show data context
  Apprentice (undefined) 7 Show data context -
  Factory Labourer (undefined) 93 Show data context 84 Show data context
  Machinist, Machine Worker (undefined) 8 Show data context 3 Show data context
23. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN REFUSE MATTERS. 23 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Town Drainage Service 6 Show data context -
  Chimney Sweep, Soot Merchant 7 Show data context -
  Scavenger, Crossing Sweeper 5 Show data context -
  Rag Gatherer, Dealer 5 Show data context 2 Show data context
24. PERSONS WITHOUT SPECIFIED OCCUPATIONS. 138 Show data context 738 Show data context
  Persons returned by Property, Rank &c. and not special occupation 138 Show data context 738 Show data context
[UNKNOWN OCCUPATION] 363 Show data context 10,152 Show data context
  [Occupation recorded but of unknown meaning] 25 Show data context 5 Show data context
  [Blank field, or illegible] 338 Show data context 10,147 Show data context

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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.)