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 Southwark RegD/PLU Southwark Christchurch ParLib/CP  
OCCUPATIONS. Males.
[1]
Females.
[2]
1. PERSONS ENGAGED IN THE GENERAL OR LOCAL GOVERNMENT OF THE COUNTRY. 43 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Civil Service (officers and clerks) 14 Show data context -
  Civil Service (messengers, &c.) 10 Show data context -
  Police 3 Show data context -
  Municipal, Parish, Union, District, Officer 15 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Other Local or County Official 1 Show data context -
2. PERSONS ENGAGED IN THE DEFENCE OF THE COUNTRY. 14 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Army Officer (effective/retired) 2 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Soldier and Non-commissioned officer 4 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Militia, Yeomanry, Volunteers 1 Show data context -
  Army Pensioner 4 Show data context -
  Navy Officer (effective/retired) 1 Show data context -
  Seaman, R.N. 1 Show data context -
  Navy Pensioner 1 Show data context -
3. PERSONS ENGAGED IN PROFESSIONAL OCCUPATIONS (WITH THEIR IMMEDIATE SUBORDINATES). 103 Show data context 62 Show data context
  Clergymen (Established Church) 4 Show data context -
  Minister, Priest of other religious bodies 3 Show data context -
  Missionary, Scripture Reader, Itinerant preacher 3 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Nun, Sister of Charity - 9 Show data context
  Theological Student 1 Show data context -
  Church, chapel, cemetery - officer, servant - 1 Show data context
  Law Student 1 Show data context -
  Law Clerk, and others connected with the law 12 Show data context -
  Physician, Surgeon, General Practitioner 9 Show data context -
  Dentist 1 Show data context -
  Medical Student, Assistant 10 Show data context -
  Subordinate Medical Service - 15 Show data context
  Schoolmaster 10 Show data context 22 Show data context
  Teacher, Professor, Lecturer 2 Show data context 3 Show data context
  School Service, and others connected with teaching 1 Show data context -
  Author, Editor, Journalist 5 Show data context -
  Reporter, Short-hand Writer 6 Show data context -
  Literary, Scientific, Institution, Service, &c. 1 Show data context -
  Civil Engineer 5 Show data context -
  Land, House, Ship, Surveyor 2 Show data context -
  Painter (artist) 1 Show data context -
  Engraver (artist) 1 Show data context -
  Architect 2 Show data context -
  Musician, Music Master 9 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Photographer 4 Show data context -
  Actor 6 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Art, Music, Theatre Service 1 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Billiard, Cricket & other Games, Service 3 Show data context -
4. PERSONS ENGAGED IN DOMESTIC OFFICES OR SERVICES. 143 Show data context 611 Show data context
  Domestic Coachman, Groom 3 Show data context -
  Domestic Indoor Servant 26 Show data context 410 Show data context
  Lodge, Gate, Park Keeper (not Government) 1 Show data context -
  Inn, Hotel Servant 97 Show data context 40 Show data context
  Office Keeper (not Government) 1 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Cook (not domestic) 12 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Charwoman - 67 Show data context
  Washing and Bathing Service 1 Show data context 86 Show data context
  Hospital and Institution Service - 2 Show data context
  Others engaged in Service 2 Show data context -
5. PERSONS ENGAGED IN COMMERCIAL OCCUPATIONS. 205 Show data context 12 Show data context
  Merchant 7 Show data context -
  Broker, Agent, Factor 9 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Auctioneer, Appraiser, Valuer, House Agent 3 Show data context -
  Accountant 5 Show data context -
  Salesman, Buyer (not otherwise specified) 4 Show data context -
  Commercial Traveller 38 Show data context -
  Commercial Clerk 132 Show data context 10 Show data context
  Officer of Commercial Company, Guild, Society &c. 1 Show data context -
  Bank Service 4 Show data context -
  Bill Discounter, Bill Broker, Finance Agent 1 Show data context -
  Life, House, Ship &c., Insurance Service 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
6. PERSONS ENGAGED IN CONVEYANCE OF MEN, GOODS, AND MESSAGES. 646 Show data context 8 Show data context
  Railway Engine Driver, Stoker 1 Show data context -
  Railway Guard 3 Show data context -
  Pointsman, Level Crossing Man 1 Show data context -
  Other Railway Officials and Servants 42 Show data context -
  Omnibus, Coach, Cab, Owner - Livery Stable Keeper 4 Show data context -
  Cabman, Flyman, Coachman (not domestic) 45 Show data context -
  Carman, Carrier, Carter, Haulier 200 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Tramway Companies' Service 3 Show data context -
  Bargeman, Lighterman, Waterman 51 Show data context -
  Seaman (Merchant Service) 14 Show data context -
  Ship Steward, Cook 3 Show data context -
  Harbour, Dock, Wharf, Lighthouse Service 29 Show data context -
  Warehouseman (not Manchester) 52 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Messenger, Porter, Watchman (not Railway or Government) 195 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Telegraph, Telephone Service 3 Show data context 1 Show data context
7. PERSONS ENGAGED IN AGRICULTURE. 14 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Farmer, Grazier 2 Show data context -
  Farmer's, Grazier's - Son, Grandson, Brother, Nephew 2 Show data context -
  Agricultural Labourer, Farm Servant, Cottager 3 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Woodman 3 Show data context -
  Gardener (not domestic) 4 Show data context -
8. PERSONS ENGAGED ABOUT ANIMALS. 75 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Horse Proprietor, Breeder, Dealer 2 Show data context -
  Groom, Horse-keeper, Horse-breaker 57 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Veterinary Surgeon, Farrier 14 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Gamekeeper 1 Show data context -
  Knacker, Catsmeat Dealer &c &c. 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
9. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN BOOKS, PRINTS, AND MAPS. 431 Show data context 178 Show data context
  Publisher, Bookseller, Librarian 16 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Music-Publisher, Seller, Printer 1 Show data context -
  Bookbinder 74 Show data context 167 Show data context
  Printer 306 Show data context 9 Show data context
  Newspaper Agent, News Room Keeper 5 Show data context -
  Others 3 Show data context -
  Lithographer, Lithographic Printer 19 Show data context -
  Copper Plate and Steel Plate Printer 3 Show data context -
  Map and Print - Colourer, Seller 4 Show data context 1 Show data context
10. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN MACHINES AND IMPLEMENTS. 256 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Engine, Machine Maker 94 Show data context -
  Millwright 3 Show data context -
  Fitter, Turner (Engine and Machine) 88 Show data context -
  Boiler Maker 13 Show data context -
  Domestic Machinery - Maker, Dealer 2 Show data context -
  Tool Maker, Dealer 2 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Cutler, Scissors Maker 2 Show data context -
  File Maker 2 Show data context -
  Saw Maker 3 Show data context -
  Pencil Maker (Wood) - 1 Show data context
  Watch Maker, Clock Maker 12 Show data context -
  Philosophical Instrument Maker 3 Show data context -
  Electrical Apparatus Maker 5 Show data context -
  Weighing and Measuring Apparatus Maker 4 Show data context -
  Surgical Instrument Maker 2 Show data context -
  Gunsmith, Gun Manufacturer 3 Show data context -
  Musical Instrument Maker, Dealer 2 Show data context -
  Type Cutter, Founder 7 Show data context -
  Die, Seal, Coin, Medal Maker 2 Show data context -
  Toy Maker, Dealer 3 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Fishing Rod, Tackle, Maker, Dealer 2 Show data context -
  Apparatus for other games, Maker, Dealer 2 Show data context -
11. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN HOUSES, FURNITURE, AND DECORATIONS. 481 Show data context 39 Show data context
  Builder 12 Show data context -
  Carpenter, Joiner 115 Show data context -
  Bricklayer 103 Show data context -
  Mason 35 Show data context -
  Slater, Tiler 4 Show data context -
  Plasterer, Whitewasher 11 Show data context -
  Paperhanger 3 Show data context -
  Plumber 26 Show data context -
  Painter, Glazier 77 Show data context -
  Cabinet Maker 31 Show data context 10 Show data context
  French Polisher 10 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Furniture Broker, Dealer 3 Show data context -
  Locksmith, Bellhanger 1 Show data context -
  Gas Fitter 18 Show data context -
  House and Shop Fittings - Maker, Dealer 10 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Funeral Furniture Maker, Undertaker 2 Show data context -
  Wood Carver 2 Show data context -
  Carver, Gilder 11 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Dealer in Works of Art 1 Show data context -
  Figure, Image - Maker, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Animal, Bird &c. Preserver, Naturalist 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Artificial Flower Maker 4 Show data context 20 Show data context
12. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN CARRIAGES AND HARNESS. 31 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Coachmaker 13 Show data context -
  Wheelwright 10 Show data context -
  Bicycle, Tricycle - Maker, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Saddler, Harness, Whip Maker 7 Show data context 4 Show data context
13. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN SHIPS AND BOATS. 10 Show data context -
  Ship, Boat, Barge Builder 10 Show data context -
14. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN CHEMICALS AND COMPOUNDS. 25 Show data context 11 Show data context
  Dye, Paint Manufacture 5 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Ink, Blacking, Colour Substance Manufacture 3 Show data context -
  Chemist, Druggist 15 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Manufacturing Chemist 2 Show data context 7 Show data context
15. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN TOBACCO AND PIPES. 24 Show data context 30 Show data context
  Tobacco Manufacture, Tobacconist 21 Show data context 30 Show data context
  Tobacco Pipe, Snuff Box &c. Maker 3 Show data context -
16. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN FOOD AND LODGING. 302 Show data context 52 Show data context
  Innkeeper, Hotel Keeper, Publican 35 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Lodging, Boarding House Keeper 4 Show data context 8 Show data context
  Coffee, Eating House, Keeper 20 Show data context 8 Show data context
  Brewer 7 Show data context -
  Beerseller, Ale, Porter, Cider Dealer 6 Show data context -
  Cellarman 9 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Wine, Spirit - Merchant, Agent 6 Show data context -
  Milkseller, Dairyman 18 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Cheesemonger, Butterman 9 Show data context -
  Butcher, Meat Salesman 33 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Provision Curer, Dealer 8 Show data context -
  Fishmonger 13 Show data context -
  Corn, Flour, Seed Merchant, Dealer 11 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Corn Miller 14 Show data context -
  Baker 40 Show data context 8 Show data context
  Confectioner, Pastrycook 9 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Greengrocer, Fruiterer 14 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Mustard, Vinegar, Spice, Pickle Maker, Dealer 1 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Grocer. Tea, Coffee, Chocolate Maker, Dealer 41 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Ginger Beer, Mineral Water Manufacturer, Dealer 4 Show data context -
17. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN TEXTILE FABRICS. 114 Show data context 45 Show data context
  Woollen Cloth Manufacture 2 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Cloth, Worsted, Stuff, Flannel, Blanket Dealer 3 Show data context -
  Silk, Silk Goods, Manufacture - 3 Show data context
  Silk Merchant, Dealer 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Cotton, Calico - Printer, Dyer, Bleacher 1 Show data context -
  Flax, Linen - Manufacturer, Dealer 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Rope, Twine, Cord - Maker, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Mat Maker, Seller 15 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Net Maker - 1 Show data context
  Canvas, Sailcloth Manufacture - 1 Show data context
  Sacking, Sack, Bag - Maker, Dealer 6 Show data context -
  Others working and Dealing in Hemp - 1 Show data context
  Dyer, Printer, Scourer, Bleacher, Calenderer (undefined) 2 Show data context -
  Factory Hand (textile, undefined) - 2 Show data context
  Carpet, Rug Manufacture 2 Show data context -
  Manchester Warehouseman 44 Show data context -
  Draper, Linen Draper, Mercer 35 Show data context 8 Show data context
  Fancy Goods (Textile) Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer - 10 Show data context
  Trimming Maker, Dealer - 6 Show data context
  Embroiderer 1 Show data context 9 Show data context
18. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN DRESS. 199 Show data context 431 Show data context
  Hatter, Hat Manufacture 70 Show data context 41 Show data context
  Straw - Hat, Bonnet, Plait Manufacture 1 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Tailor 37 Show data context 55 Show data context
  Milliner, Dressmaker, Staymaker 6 Show data context 200 Show data context
  Shirt Maker, Seamstress 3 Show data context 80 Show data context
  Hosiery Manufacture - 1 Show data context
  Hosier, Haberdasher 3 Show data context 23 Show data context
  Glover, Glove Maker - 2 Show data context
  Button Maker, Dealer - 1 Show data context
  Shoe, Boot - Maker, Dealer 64 Show data context 16 Show data context
  Wig Maker, Hair Dresser 14 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Umbrella, Parasol, Stick - Maker, Dealer - 2 Show data context
  Accoutrement Maker 1 Show data context -
  Old Clothes Dealer, and others - 3 Show data context
19. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS ANIMAL SUBSTANCES. 42 Show data context 30 Show data context
  Soap Boiler, Maker 1 Show data context -
  Manure Manufacture 1 Show data context -
  Furrier, Skinner 5 Show data context 17 Show data context
  Tanner, Fellmonger 3 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Currier 7 Show data context -
  Leather Goods, Portmanteau, Bag, Strap &c., Maker, Dealer 10 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Brush, Broom, Maker 14 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Quill, Feather - Dresser, Dealer 1 Show data context 2 Show data context
20. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS VEGETABLE SUBSTANCES. 140 Show data context 88 Show data context
  Oil Miller, Oil Cake - Maker, Dealer 3 Show data context -
  Oil and Colourman 10 Show data context -
  Floor Cloth, Oil Cloth Manufacture 3 Show data context -
  Japanner 2 Show data context -
  India Rubber, Gutta Percha - Worker, Dealer 3 Show data context -
  Waterproof Goods - Maker, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Others 1 Show data context -
  Willow, Cane, Rush Worker, Dealer, Basketmaker 12 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Hay, Straw (not plait), Chaff, Cutter, Dealer 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Timber, Wood - Merchant, Dealer 6 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Sawyer 10 Show data context -
  Wood Turner, Box Maker 11 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Cooper, Hoop Maker, Bender 21 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Cork, Bark - Cutter, Worker, Dealer 5 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Others 1 Show data context -
  Paper Manufacture 5 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Envelope Maker 3 Show data context 12 Show data context
  Stationer, Law Stationer 24 Show data context 11 Show data context
  Card, Pattern Card Maker - 1 Show data context
  Paper Stainer - 7 Show data context
  Paper Box, Paper Bag Maker 11 Show data context 38 Show data context
  Ticket, Label Writer 2 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Others 5 Show data context -
21. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS MINERAL SUBSTANCES. 358 Show data context 14 Show data context
  Coal Miner 1 Show data context -
  Miner, in other or undefined Minerals 1 Show data context -
  Coal Merchant 4 Show data context -
  Coalheaver 50 Show data context -
  Coke, Charcoal, Peat - Cutter, Burner, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Gas Works Service 4 Show data context -
  Stone Cutter, Dresser, Dealer 2 Show data context -
  Slate Worker, Dealer 4 Show data context -
  Limeburner 3 Show data context -
  Plaster, Cement Manufacture 2 Show data context -
  Brick, Tile - Maker, Burner, Dealer 3 Show data context -
  Paviour 3 Show data context -
  Railway Contractor 2 Show data context -
  Platelayer 3 Show data context -
  Railway Labourer, Navvy 7 Show data context -
  Earthenware, China, Porcelain, Manufacture - 2 Show data context
  Glass Manufacture 45 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Earthenware, China, Glass Dealer 3 Show data context -
  Waterworks Service 3 Show data context -
  Goldsmith, Silversmith, Jeweller 11 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Others 1 Show data context -
  [Iron Manufacture] 49 Show data context -
  Blacksmith 42 Show data context -
  Whitesmith 6 Show data context -
  Ironmonger. Hardware Dealer, Merchant 17 Show data context -
  [Coppersmith] 10 Show data context -
  Tin, Tin Plate, Tin Goods - Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 25 Show data context -
  Zinc, Zinc Goods - Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 3 Show data context -
  Metal Refiner, Worker, Turner, Dealer - 1 Show data context
  Brass, Bronze Manufacture. Brazier 46 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Metal Burnisher, Lacquerer 1 Show data context 2 Show data context
  White Metal, Plated Ware, Manufacture. Pewterer 3 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Wire Maker, Worker, Weaver, Drawer 2 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Lamp, Lantern, Candlestick Maker 1 Show data context -
22. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN GENERAL OR UNSPECIFIED COMMODITIES. 532 Show data context 108 Show data context
  General Shopkeeper, Dealer 23 Show data context 32 Show data context
  Pawnbroker 14 Show data context -
  Costermonger, Huckster, Street Seller 16 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Manufacturer, Manager, Superintendant (undefined) 6 Show data context -
  General Labourer 383 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Engine Driver, Stoker, Fireman (not railway, marine or agricultural) 43 Show data context -
  Artizan, Mechanic (undefined) 15 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Apprentice (undefined) 1 Show data context -
  Factory Labourer (undefined) 31 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Machinist, Machine Worker (undefined) - 65 Show data context
23. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN REFUSE MATTERS. 8 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Town Drainage Service 1 Show data context -
  Chimney Sweep, Soot Merchant 2 Show data context -
  Scavenger, Crossing Sweeper 3 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Rag Gatherer, Dealer 2 Show data context -
24. PERSONS WITHOUT SPECIFIED OCCUPATIONS. 52 Show data context 311 Show data context
  Persons returned by Property, Rank &c. and not special occupation 52 Show data context 311 Show data context
[UNKNOWN OCCUPATION] 49 Show data context 1,884 Show data context
  [Occupation recorded but of unknown meaning] 3 Show data context 4 Show data context
  [Blank field, or illegible] 46 Show data context 1,880 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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