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. 41 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Civil Service (officers and clerks) 21 Show data context -
  Civil Service (messengers, &c.) 5 Show data context -
  Police 9 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Municipal, Parish, Union, District, Officer 3 Show data context -
  Other Local or County Official 3 Show data context -
2. PERSONS ENGAGED IN THE DEFENCE OF THE COUNTRY. 13 Show data context -
  Soldier and Non-commissioned officer 2 Show data context -
  Militia, Yeomanry, Volunteers 1 Show data context -
  Army Pensioner 2 Show data context -
  Navy Officer (effective/retired) 3 Show data context -
  Seaman, R.N. 2 Show data context -
  Navy Pensioner 3 Show data context -
3. PERSONS ENGAGED IN PROFESSIONAL OCCUPATIONS (WITH THEIR IMMEDIATE SUBORDINATES). 63 Show data context 60 Show data context
  Clergymen (Established Church) 4 Show data context -
  Minister, Priest of other religious bodies 2 Show data context -
  Missionary, Scripture Reader, Itinerant preacher 2 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Theological Student 1 Show data context -
  Church, chapel, cemetery - officer, servant 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Barrister, Solicitor 5 Show data context -
  Law Student 1 Show data context -
  Law Clerk, and others connected with the law 5 Show data context -
  Physician, Surgeon, General Practitioner 4 Show data context -
  Medical Student, Assistant 1 Show data context -
  Subordinate Medical Service - 12 Show data context
  Schoolmaster 16 Show data context 28 Show data context
  Teacher, Professor, Lecturer - 13 Show data context
  Reporter, Short-hand Writer 2 Show data context -
  Civil Engineer 5 Show data context -
  Painter (artist) 1 Show data context -
  Engraver (artist) 1 Show data context -
  Architect 2 Show data context -
  Musician, Music Master 6 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Photographer 3 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Actor 1 Show data context -
4. PERSONS ENGAGED IN DOMESTIC OFFICES OR SERVICES. 95 Show data context 552 Show data context
  Domestic Coachman, Groom 42 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Domestic Gardener 12 Show data context -
  Domestic Indoor Servant 36 Show data context 476 Show data context
  Inn, Hotel Servant 3 Show data context -
  Cook (not domestic) 1 Show data context -
  Charwoman - 19 Show data context
  Washing and Bathing Service 1 Show data context 56 Show data context
5. PERSONS ENGAGED IN COMMERCIAL OCCUPATIONS. 174 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Merchant 8 Show data context -
  Broker, Agent, Factor 15 Show data context -
  Auctioneer, Appraiser, Valuer, House Agent 8 Show data context -
  Accountant 5 Show data context -
  Salesman, Buyer (not otherwise specified) 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Commercial Traveller 18 Show data context -
  Commercial Clerk 100 Show data context -
  Banker 1 Show data context -
  Bank Service 5 Show data context -
  Life, House, Ship &c., Insurance Service 13 Show data context -
6. PERSONS ENGAGED IN CONVEYANCE OF MEN, GOODS, AND MESSAGES. 403 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Railway Engine Driver, Stoker 127 Show data context -
  Railway Guard 14 Show data context -
  Pointsman, Level Crossing Man 6 Show data context -
  Other Railway Officials and Servants 89 Show data context -
  Omnibus, Coach, Cab, Owner - Livery Stable Keeper 4 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Cabman, Flyman, Coachman (not domestic) 15 Show data context -
  Carman, Carrier, Carter, Haulier 12 Show data context -
  Tramway Companies' Service 1 Show data context -
  Inland Navigation Service 1 Show data context -
  Bargeman, Lighterman, Waterman 10 Show data context -
  Navigation Service (on shore) 5 Show data context -
  Seaman (Merchant Service) 61 Show data context -
  Pilot 4 Show data context -
  Ship Steward, Cook 3 Show data context -
  Harbour, Dock, Wharf, Lighthouse Service 31 Show data context -
  Warehouseman (not Manchester) 3 Show data context -
  Messenger, Porter, Watchman (not Railway or Government) 17 Show data context -
7. PERSONS ENGAGED IN AGRICULTURE. 306 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Farmer, Grazier 24 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Farmer's, Grazier's - Son, Grandson, Brother, Nephew 6 Show data context -
  Farm Bailiff 14 Show data context -
  Agricultural Labourer, Farm Servant, Cottager 144 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Shepherd 5 Show data context -
  Agricultural Machine - Proprietor, Attendant 1 Show data context -
  Agricultural Student 1 Show data context -
  Others engaged in, or connected with agriculture 1 Show data context -
  Woodman 1 Show data context -
  Nurseryman, Seedsman, Florist 1 Show data context -
  Gardener (not domestic) 108 Show data context -
8. PERSONS ENGAGED ABOUT ANIMALS. 55 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Horse Proprietor, Breeder, Dealer 2 Show data context -
  Groom, Horse-keeper, Horse-breaker 21 Show data context -
  Cattle, Sheep, Pig - Dealer, Salesman 3 Show data context -
  Gamekeeper 1 Show data context -
  Fisherman 28 Show data context 1 Show data context
9. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN BOOKS, PRINTS, AND MAPS. 20 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Publisher, Bookseller, Librarian 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Music-Publisher, Seller, Printer 1 Show data context -
  Bookbinder 1 Show data context -
  Printer 11 Show data context -
  Newspaper Agent, News Room Keeper 3 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Lithographer, Lithographic Printer 3 Show data context -
10. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN MACHINES AND IMPLEMENTS. 121 Show data context -
  Engine, Machine Maker 35 Show data context -
  Fitter, Turner (Engine and Machine) 52 Show data context -
  Boiler Maker 17 Show data context -
  Agricultural Machine and Implement Maker 1 Show data context -
  Tool Maker, Dealer 3 Show data context -
  Watch Maker, Clock Maker 6 Show data context -
  Philosophical Instrument Maker 3 Show data context -
  Electrical Apparatus Maker 1 Show data context -
  Musical Instrument Maker, Dealer 3 Show data context -
11. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN HOUSES, FURNITURE, AND DECORATIONS. 372 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Builder 12 Show data context -
  Carpenter, Joiner 152 Show data context -
  Bricklayer 100 Show data context -
  Mason 20 Show data context -
  Slater, Tiler 2 Show data context -
  Plasterer, Whitewasher 8 Show data context -
  Paperhanger 1 Show data context -
  Plumber 16 Show data context -
  Painter, Glazier 43 Show data context -
  Cabinet Maker 5 Show data context 2 Show data context
  French Polisher 3 Show data context -
  Gas Fitter 4 Show data context -
  Wood Carver 3 Show data context -
  Carver, Gilder 2 Show data context -
  Figure, Image - Maker, Dealer 1 Show data context -
12. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN CARRIAGES AND HARNESS. 12 Show data context -
  Railway Carriage, Railway Wagon, Maker 2 Show data context -
  Wheelwright 8 Show data context -
  Others 1 Show data context -
  Saddler, Harness, Whip Maker 1 Show data context -
13. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN SHIPS AND BOATS. 34 Show data context -
  Ship, Boat, Barge Builder 2 Show data context -
  Shipwright, Ship Carpenter (ashore) 12 Show data context -
  Mast, Yard, Oar, Block Maker 5 Show data context -
  Ship Rigger, Chandler, Fitter 2 Show data context -
  Sail Maker 13 Show data context -
14. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN CHEMICALS AND COMPOUNDS. 9 Show data context -
  Dye, Paint Manufacture 1 Show data context -
  Chemist, Druggist 8 Show data context -
15. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN TOBACCO AND PIPES. 4 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Tobacco Manufacture, Tobacconist 3 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Tobacco Pipe, Snuff Box &c. Maker 1 Show data context -
16. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN FOOD AND LODGING. 187 Show data context 17 Show data context
  Innkeeper, Hotel Keeper, Publican 13 Show data context -
  Lodging, Boarding House Keeper - 2 Show data context
  Maltster 3 Show data context -
  Brewer 5 Show data context -
  Beerseller, Ale, Porter, Cider Dealer 4 Show data context -
  Cellarman 1 Show data context -
  Wine, Spirit - Merchant, Agent 3 Show data context -
  Milkseller, Dairyman 13 Show data context -
  Butcher, Meat Salesman 35 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Provision Curer, Dealer 5 Show data context -
  Poulterer, Game Dealer 3 Show data context -
  Fishmonger 20 Show data context -
  Corn, Flour, Seed Merchant, Dealer 9 Show data context -
  Corn Miller 3 Show data context -
  Baker 6 Show data context -
  Confectioner, Pastrycook 2 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Greengrocer, Fruiterer 6 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Grocer. Tea, Coffee, Chocolate Maker, Dealer 54 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Ginger Beer, Mineral Water Manufacturer, Dealer 2 Show data context -
17. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN TEXTILE FABRICS. 46 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Cloth, Worsted, Stuff, Flannel, Blanket Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Silk Dyer, Printer 1 Show data context -
  Cotton, Cotton Goods Manufacture 1 Show data context -
  Flax, Linen - Manufacturer, Dealer 3 Show data context -
  Rope, Twine, Cord - Maker, Dealer 18 Show data context -
  Sacking, Sack, Bag - Maker, Dealer 3 Show data context -
  Draper, Linen Draper, Mercer 19 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Fancy Goods (Textile) Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer - 1 Show data context
18. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN DRESS. 65 Show data context 170 Show data context
  Hatter, Hat Manufacture - 2 Show data context
  Tailor 23 Show data context 12 Show data context
  Milliner, Dressmaker, Staymaker - 147 Show data context
  Shirt Maker, Seamstress - 9 Show data context
  Hosier, Haberdasher 1 Show data context -
  Shoe, Boot - Maker, Dealer 38 Show data context -
  Wig Maker, Hair Dresser 2 Show data context -
  Umbrella, Parasol, Stick - Maker, Dealer 1 Show data context -
19. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS ANIMAL SUBSTANCES. 13 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Tallow Chandler, Candle, Grease Manufacture 1 Show data context -
  Bone, Horn, Ivory, Tortoise-shell - Worker, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Furrier, Skinner 1 Show data context -
  Tanner, Fellmonger 5 Show data context -
  Currier 1 Show data context -
  Leather Goods, Portmanteau, Bag, Strap &c., Maker, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Brush, Broom, Maker 3 Show data context 3 Show data context
20. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS VEGETABLE SUBSTANCES. 48 Show data context -
  Oil Miller, Oil Cake - Maker, Dealer 17 Show data context -
  Oil and Colourman 1 Show data context -
  Willow, Cane, Rush Worker, Dealer, Basketmaker 2 Show data context -
  Timber, Wood - Merchant, Dealer 9 Show data context -
  Sawyer 3 Show data context -
  Lath, Wooden Fence, Hurdle Maker 1 Show data context -
  Wood Turner, Box Maker 1 Show data context -
  Cooper, Hoop Maker, Bender 5 Show data context -
  Cork, Bark - Cutter, Worker, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Paper Manufacture 2 Show data context -
  Stationer, Law Stationer 5 Show data context -
  Others 1 Show data context -
21. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS MINERAL SUBSTANCES. 391 Show data context -
  Coal Miner 1 Show data context -
  Ironstone Miner 1 Show data context -
  Miner, in other or undefined Minerals 1 Show data context -
  Mine Service 1 Show data context -
  Coal Merchant 24 Show data context -
  Coalheaver 8 Show data context -
  Coke, Charcoal, Peat - Cutter, Burner, Dealer 2 Show data context -
  Gas Works Service 6 Show data context -
  Stone Quarrier 12 Show data context -
  Stone Cutter, Dresser, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Slate Worker, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Clay, Sand, Gravel, Chalk, Labourer, Dealer 4 Show data context -
  Plaster, Cement Manufacture 3 Show data context -
  Brick, Tile - Maker, Burner, Dealer 53 Show data context -
  Paviour 6 Show data context -
  Road Labourer 1 Show data context -
  Railway Contractor 2 Show data context -
  Platelayer 16 Show data context -
  Railway Labourer, Navvy 130 Show data context -
  Earthenware, China, Glass Dealer 2 Show data context -
  Waterworks Service 5 Show data context -
  Goldsmith, Silversmith, Jeweller 1 Show data context -
  [Iron Manufacture] 17 Show data context -
  Blacksmith 58 Show data context -
  Whitesmith 7 Show data context -
  Ironmonger. Hardware Dealer, Merchant 11 Show data context -
  [Coppersmith] 2 Show data context -
  Tin, Tin Plate, Tin Goods - Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 10 Show data context -
  Brass, Bronze Manufacture. Brazier 4 Show data context -
  Bolt, Nut, Rivet, Screw, Staple Maker 1 Show data context -
22. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN GENERAL OR UNSPECIFIED COMMODITIES. 474 Show data context 6 Show data context
  General Shopkeeper, Dealer 8 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Pawnbroker 1 Show data context -
  Costermonger, Huckster, Street Seller 4 Show data context -
  Manufacturer, Manager, Superintendant (undefined) 4 Show data context -
  General Labourer 400 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Engine Driver, Stoker, Fireman (not railway, marine or agricultural) 37 Show data context -
  Artizan, Mechanic (undefined) 10 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Apprentice (undefined) 4 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Factory Labourer (undefined) 6 Show data context -
  Machinist, Machine Worker (undefined) - 1 Show data context
23. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN REFUSE MATTERS. 6 Show data context -
  Chimney Sweep, Soot Merchant 5 Show data context -
  Scavenger, Crossing Sweeper 1 Show data context -
24. PERSONS WITHOUT SPECIFIED OCCUPATIONS. 48 Show data context 223 Show data context
  Persons returned by Property, Rank &c. and not special occupation 48 Show data context 223 Show data context
[UNKNOWN OCCUPATION] 71 Show data context 2,112 Show data context
  [Occupation recorded but of unknown meaning] 3 Show data context 1 Show data context
  [Blank field, or illegible] 68 Show data context 2,111 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.)