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 England and Wales Dep Wales RegDiv
OCCUPATIONS. Males.
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Females.
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1. PERSONS ENGAGED IN THE GENERAL OR LOCAL GOVERNMENT OF THE COUNTRY. 4,179 Show data context 380 Show data context
  Peer, M.P., Privy Councillor (not otherwise described) 11 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Civil Service (officers and clerks) 968 Show data context 161 Show data context
  Civil Service (messengers, &c.) 787 Show data context 90 Show data context
  Prison Service, &c. 63 Show data context 21 Show data context
  Police 1,178 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Municipal, Parish, Union, District, Officer 726 Show data context 108 Show data context
  Other Local or County Official 446 Show data context 0 Show data context
  East Indian and Colonial Service 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
2. PERSONS ENGAGED IN THE DEFENCE OF THE COUNTRY. 3,195 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Army Officer (effective/retired) 240 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Soldier and Non-commissioned officer 1,560 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Militia, Yeomanry, Volunteers 761 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Army Pensioner 214 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Navy Officer (effective/retired) 68 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Seaman, R.N. 178 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Royal Marines (officers/men) 28 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Navy Pensioner 146 Show data context 0 Show data context
3. PERSONS ENGAGED IN PROFESSIONAL OCCUPATIONS (WITH THEIR IMMEDIATE SUBORDINATES). 12,413 Show data context 6,512 Show data context
  Clergymen (Established Church) 1,434 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Roman Catholic Priest 81 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Minister, Priest of other religious bodies 1,862 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Missionary, Scripture Reader, Itinerant preacher 120 Show data context 35 Show data context
  Nun, Sister of Charity 0 Show data context 45 Show data context
  Theological Student 494 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Church, chapel, cemetery - officer, servant 146 Show data context 119 Show data context
  Barrister, Solicitor 618 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Law Student 70 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Law Clerk, and others connected with the law 948 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Physician, Surgeon, General Practitioner 698 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Dentist 89 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Medical Student, Assistant 284 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Midwife 0 Show data context 266 Show data context
  Subordinate Medical Service 69 Show data context 510 Show data context
  Schoolmaster 2,845 Show data context 4,470 Show data context
  Teacher, Professor, Lecturer 184 Show data context 625 Show data context
  School Service, and others connected with teaching 77 Show data context 41 Show data context
  Author, Editor, Journalist 63 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Reporter, Short-hand Writer 74 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Persons engaged in Scientific Pursuits 69 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Literary, Scientific, Institution, Service, &c. 17 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Civil Engineer 394 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Mining Engineer 365 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Land, House, Ship, Surveyor 206 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Painter (artist) 111 Show data context 18 Show data context
  Engraver (artist) 14 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Sculptor 59 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Architect 169 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Musician, Music Master 395 Show data context 232 Show data context
  Art Student 9 Show data context 12 Show data context
  Photographer 181 Show data context 34 Show data context
  Actor 64 Show data context 51 Show data context
  Art, Music, Theatre Service 15 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Performer, Showman, Exhibition, Service 49 Show data context 34 Show data context
  Billiard, Cricket & other Games, Service 140 Show data context 0 Show data context
4. PERSONS ENGAGED IN DOMESTIC OFFICES OR SERVICES. 9,143 Show data context 88,221 Show data context
  Domestic Coachman, Groom 2,375 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Domestic Gardener 3,917 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Domestic Indoor Servant 1,841 Show data context 74,758 Show data context
  Lodge, Gate, Park Keeper (not Government) 55 Show data context 78 Show data context
  Inn, Hotel Servant 704 Show data context 1,570 Show data context
  College, Club Service 34 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Office Keeper (not Government) 26 Show data context 125 Show data context
  Cook (not domestic) 15 Show data context 52 Show data context
  Charwoman 0 Show data context 5,014 Show data context
  Washing and Bathing Service 25 Show data context 6,353 Show data context
  Hospital and Institution Service 124 Show data context 254 Show data context
  Others engaged in Service 27 Show data context 6 Show data context
5. PERSONS ENGAGED IN COMMERCIAL OCCUPATIONS. 9,673 Show data context 148 Show data context
  Merchant 272 Show data context 10 Show data context
  Broker, Agent, Factor 1,085 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Auctioneer, Appraiser, Valuer, House Agent 509 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Accountant 854 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Salesman, Buyer (not otherwise specified) 13 Show data context 16 Show data context
  Commercial Traveller 1,096 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Commercial Clerk 4,598 Show data context 109 Show data context
  Officer of Commercial Company, Guild, Society &c. 6 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Banker 35 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Bank Service 625 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Bill Discounter, Bill Broker, Finance Agent 19 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Life, House, Ship &c., Insurance Service 561 Show data context 2 Show data context
6. PERSONS ENGAGED IN CONVEYANCE OF MEN, GOODS, AND MESSAGES. 36,644 Show data context 416 Show data context
  Railway Engine Driver, Stoker 1,965 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Railway Guard 900 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Pointsman, Level Crossing Man 326 Show data context 10 Show data context
  Other Railway Officials and Servants 5,541 Show data context 10 Show data context
  Toll Collector, Turnpike Gate Keeper 80 Show data context 132 Show data context
  Omnibus, Coach, Cab, Owner - Livery Stable Keeper 177 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Cabman, Flyman, Coachman (not domestic) 725 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Carman, Carrier, Carter, Haulier 7,399 Show data context 77 Show data context
  Tramway Companies' Service 78 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Wheel Chair Proprietor, Attendant &c. 2 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Inland Navigation Service 134 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Bargeman, Lighterman, Waterman 579 Show data context 8 Show data context
  Navigation Service (on shore) 133 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Seaman (Merchant Service) 12,215 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Pilot 502 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Ship Steward, Cook 548 Show data context 20 Show data context
  Boatman on Seas 88 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Harbour, Dock, Wharf, Lighthouse Service 2,296 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Warehouseman (not Manchester) 222 Show data context 11 Show data context
  Meter, Weigher 249 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Messenger, Porter, Watchman (not Railway or Government) 2,077 Show data context 47 Show data context
  Telegraph, Telephone Service 408 Show data context 86 Show data context
7. PERSONS ENGAGED IN AGRICULTURE. 97,396 Show data context 10,711 Show data context
  Farmer, Grazier 32,289 Show data context 5,621 Show data context
  Farmer's, Grazier's - Son, Grandson, Brother, Nephew 15,010 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Farm Bailiff 1,184 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Agricultural Labourer, Farm Servant, Cottager 45,680 Show data context 4,986 Show data context
  Shepherd 941 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Land Drainage Service (not in towns) 132 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Agricultural Machine - Proprietor, Attendant 104 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Agricultural Student 26 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Others engaged in, or connected with agriculture 10 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Woodman 776 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Nurseryman, Seedsman, Florist 132 Show data context 16 Show data context
  Gardener (not domestic) 1,112 Show data context 88 Show data context
8. PERSONS ENGAGED ABOUT ANIMALS. 4,624 Show data context 106 Show data context
  Horse Proprietor, Breeder, Dealer 104 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Groom, Horse-keeper, Horse-breaker 1,672 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Veterinary Surgeon, Farrier 231 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Cattle, Sheep, Pig - Dealer, Salesman 476 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Drover 48 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Gamekeeper 1,096 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Dog, Bird, Animal - Keeper, Dealer 13 Show data context 11 Show data context
  Vermin Destroyer 83 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Fisherman 895 Show data context 86 Show data context
  Knacker, Catsmeat Dealer &c &c. 6 Show data context 0 Show data context
9. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN BOOKS, PRINTS, AND MAPS. 2,046 Show data context 207 Show data context
  Publisher, Bookseller, Librarian 311 Show data context 70 Show data context
  Music-Publisher, Seller, Printer 18 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Bookbinder 147 Show data context 65 Show data context
  Printer 1,440 Show data context 44 Show data context
  Newspaper Agent, News Room Keeper 90 Show data context 18 Show data context
  Others 0 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Lithographer, Lithographic Printer 37 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Copper Plate and Steel Plate Printer 3 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Map and Print - Colourer, Seller 0 Show data context 2 Show data context
10. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN MACHINES AND IMPLEMENTS. 6,624 Show data context 76 Show data context
  Engine, Machine Maker 823 Show data context 8 Show data context
  Millwright 203 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Fitter, Turner (Engine and Machine) 3,125 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Boiler Maker 1,326 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Spinning and Weaving Machine Maker 5 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Agricultural Machine and Implement Maker 97 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Domestic Machinery - Maker, Dealer 4 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Tool Maker, Dealer 18 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Cutler, Scissors Maker 31 Show data context 0 Show data context
  File Maker 21 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Saw Maker 19 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Pin Maker 1 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Needle Maker 3 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Steel Pen Maker 4 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Pencil Maker (Wood) 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Domestic Implement Maker 2 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Watch Maker, Clock Maker 732 Show data context 9 Show data context
  Philosophical Instrument Maker 29 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Electrical Apparatus Maker 31 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Weighing and Measuring Apparatus Maker 27 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Surgical Instrument Maker 1 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Gunsmith, Gun Manufacturer 25 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Ordnance Manufacturer 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Sword, Bayonet - Maker, Cutler 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Others 2 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Musical Instrument Maker, Dealer 52 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Type Cutter, Founder 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Die, Seal, Coin, Medal Maker 9 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Toy Maker, Dealer 19 Show data context 55 Show data context
  Fishing Rod, Tackle, Maker, Dealer 9 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Apparatus for other games, Maker, Dealer 6 Show data context 0 Show data context
11. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN HOUSES, FURNITURE, AND DECORATIONS. 34,778 Show data context 177 Show data context
  Builder 1,074 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Carpenter, Joiner 13,303 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Bricklayer 1,278 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Mason 11,527 Show data context 10 Show data context
  Slater, Tiler 570 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Plasterer, Whitewasher 1,746 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Paperhanger 42 Show data context 12 Show data context
  Plumber 805 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Painter, Glazier 2,811 Show data context 14 Show data context
  Cabinet Maker 1,028 Show data context 97 Show data context
  French Polisher 70 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Furniture Broker, Dealer 64 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Locksmith, Bellhanger 34 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Gas Fitter 246 Show data context 2 Show data context
  House and Shop Fittings - Maker, Dealer 12 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Funeral Furniture Maker, Undertaker 43 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Others 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Wood Carver 17 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Carver, Gilder 73 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Dealer in Works of Art 9 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Figure, Image - Maker, Dealer 6 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Animal, Bird &c. Preserver, Naturalist 15 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Artificial Flower Maker 5 Show data context 5 Show data context
12. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN CARRIAGES AND HARNESS. 2,852 Show data context 18 Show data context
  Coachmaker 466 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Railway Carriage, Railway Wagon, Maker 217 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Wheelwright 1,169 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Bicycle, Tricycle - Maker, Dealer 4 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Others 73 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Saddler, Harness, Whip Maker 923 Show data context 10 Show data context
13. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN SHIPS AND BOATS. 3,652 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Ship, Boat, Barge Builder 593 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Shipwright, Ship Carpenter (ashore) 2,346 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Mast, Yard, Oar, Block Maker 75 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Ship Rigger, Chandler, Fitter 352 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Sail Maker 286 Show data context 1 Show data context
14. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN CHEMICALS AND COMPOUNDS. 1,963 Show data context 77 Show data context
  Dye, Paint Manufacture 30 Show data context 10 Show data context
  Ink, Blacking, Colour Substance Manufacture 4 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Gunpowder, Guncotton, Explosive Substance Manufacture 48 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Fusee, Fireworks, Explosive Article Manufacture 11 Show data context 25 Show data context
  Chemist, Druggist 899 Show data context 25 Show data context
  Manufacturing Chemist 924 Show data context 15 Show data context
  Alkali Manufacture 47 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Drysalter 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
15. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN TOBACCO AND PIPES. 127 Show data context 77 Show data context
  Tobacco Manufacture, Tobacconist 98 Show data context 55 Show data context
  Tobacco Pipe, Snuff Box &c. Maker 29 Show data context 22 Show data context
16. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN FOOD AND LODGING. 20,883 Show data context 9,484 Show data context
  Innkeeper, Hotel Keeper, Publican 3,748 Show data context 1,742 Show data context
  Lodging, Boarding House Keeper 208 Show data context 2,091 Show data context
  Coffee, Eating House, Keeper 88 Show data context 121 Show data context
  Hop - Merchant, Dealer 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Maltster 362 Show data context 9 Show data context
  Brewer 655 Show data context 36 Show data context
  Beerseller, Ale, Porter, Cider Dealer 115 Show data context 69 Show data context
  Cellarman 121 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Wine, Spirit - Merchant, Agent 173 Show data context 29 Show data context
  Milkseller, Dairyman 349 Show data context 314 Show data context
  Cheesemonger, Butterman 93 Show data context 63 Show data context
  Butcher, Meat Salesman 3,525 Show data context 237 Show data context
  Provision Curer, Dealer 212 Show data context 101 Show data context
  Poulterer, Game Dealer 89 Show data context 93 Show data context
  Fishmonger 266 Show data context 116 Show data context
  Corn, Flour, Seed Merchant, Dealer 294 Show data context 68 Show data context
  Corn Miller 1,633 Show data context 67 Show data context
  Baker 1,426 Show data context 617 Show data context
  Confectioner, Pastrycook 330 Show data context 498 Show data context
  Greengrocer, Fruiterer 522 Show data context 666 Show data context
  Mustard, Vinegar, Spice, Pickle Maker, Dealer 4 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Sugar Refiner 40 Show data context 14 Show data context
  Grocer. Tea, Coffee, Chocolate Maker, Dealer 6,461 Show data context 2,498 Show data context
  Ginger Beer, Mineral Water Manufacturer, Dealer 168 Show data context 30 Show data context
  Others Dealing in Food 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
17. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN TEXTILE FABRICS. 7,294 Show data context 2,840 Show data context
  Woolstapler 50 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Woollen Cloth Manufacture 2,525 Show data context 756 Show data context
  Wool, Woollen goods - Dyer, Printer 14 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Worsted, Stuff, Manufacture 5 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Flannel Manufacture 294 Show data context 195 Show data context
  Blanket Manufacture 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Fuller 89 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Cloth, Worsted, Stuff, Flannel, Blanket Dealer 24 Show data context 19 Show data context
  Others 7 Show data context 70 Show data context
  Silk, Silk Goods, Manufacture 9 Show data context 8 Show data context
  Silk Dyer, Printer 2 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Ribbon Manufacture 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Crepe, Gauze Manufacture 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Silk Merchant, Dealer 3 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Cotton, Cotton Goods Manufacture 33 Show data context 47 Show data context
  Cotton, Calico - Printer, Dyer, Bleacher 1 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Cotton, Calico - Warehouseman, Dealer 4 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Flax, Linen - Manufacturer, Dealer 3 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Lace Manufacturer, Dealer 1 Show data context 22 Show data context
  Fustian Manufacturer, Dealer 0 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Tape Manufacturer, Dealer 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Thread Manufacturer, Dealer 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Hemp, Jute, Cocoa Fibre Manufacture 1 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Rope, Twine, Cord - Maker, Dealer 113 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Mat Maker, Seller 18 Show data context 118 Show data context
  Net Maker 5 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Canvas, Sailcloth Manufacture 1 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Sacking, Sack, Bag - Maker, Dealer 6 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Others working and Dealing in Hemp 4 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Weaver (undefined) 198 Show data context 66 Show data context
  Dyer, Printer, Scourer, Bleacher, Calenderer (undefined) 46 Show data context 25 Show data context
  Factory Hand (textile, undefined) 81 Show data context 44 Show data context
  Felt Manufacture 6 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Carpet, Rug Manufacture 10 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Manchester Warehouseman 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Draper, Linen Draper, Mercer 3,709 Show data context 1,262 Show data context
  Fancy Goods (Textile) Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 28 Show data context 158 Show data context
  Trimming Maker, Dealer 1 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Embroiderer 0 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Others 2 Show data context 0 Show data context
18. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN DRESS. 15,785 Show data context 26,296 Show data context
  Hatter, Hat Manufacture 83 Show data context 18 Show data context
  Straw - Hat, Bonnet, Plait Manufacture 3 Show data context 49 Show data context
  Tailor 6,764 Show data context 540 Show data context
  Milliner, Dressmaker, Staymaker 20 Show data context 22,759 Show data context
  Shawl Manufacture 2 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Shirt Maker, Seamstress 2 Show data context 1,437 Show data context
  Hosiery Manufacture 6 Show data context 1,054 Show data context
  Hosier, Haberdasher 59 Show data context 49 Show data context
  Glover, Glove Maker 12 Show data context 19 Show data context
  Button Maker, Dealer 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Shoe, Boot - Maker, Dealer 7,899 Show data context 330 Show data context
  Patten, Clog Maker 415 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Wig Maker, Hair Dresser 467 Show data context 12 Show data context
  Umbrella, Parasol, Stick - Maker, Dealer 48 Show data context 12 Show data context
  Accoutrement Maker 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Old Clothes Dealer, and others 5 Show data context 9 Show data context
19. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS ANIMAL SUBSTANCES. 1,084 Show data context 65 Show data context
  Tallow Chandler, Candle, Grease Manufacture 105 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Soap Boiler, Maker 2 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Glue, Size, Gelatine, Isinglass - Maker, Dealer 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Manure Manufacture 12 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Bone, Horn, Ivory, Tortoise-shell - Worker, Dealer 1 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Comb Maker 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Others 1 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Furrier, Skinner 195 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Tanner, Fellmonger 365 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Currier 334 Show data context 15 Show data context
  Leather Goods, Portmanteau, Bag, Strap &c., Maker, Dealer 19 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Parchment, Vellum - Maker, Dealer 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Hair, Bristle - Worker, Dealer 0 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Brush, Broom, Maker 50 Show data context 17 Show data context
  Quill, Feather - Dresser, Dealer 0 Show data context 13 Show data context
20. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS VEGETABLE SUBSTANCES. 4,192 Show data context 417 Show data context
  Oil Miller, Oil Cake - Maker, Dealer 40 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Oil and Colourman 5 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Floor Cloth, Oil Cloth Manufacture 3 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Japanner 0 Show data context 25 Show data context
  India Rubber, Gutta Percha - Worker, Dealer 14 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Waterproof Goods - Maker, Dealer 10 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Others 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Willow, Cane, Rush Worker, Dealer, Basketmaker 299 Show data context 42 Show data context
  Hay, Straw (not plait), Chaff, Cutter, Dealer 154 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Thatcher 59 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Timber, Wood - Merchant, Dealer 533 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Sawyer 1,676 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Lath, Wooden Fence, Hurdle Maker 113 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Wood Turner, Box Maker 180 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Cooper, Hoop Maker, Bender 625 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Cork, Bark - Cutter, Worker, Dealer 10 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Others 4 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Paper Manufacture 260 Show data context 171 Show data context
  Envelope Maker 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Stationer, Law Stationer 139 Show data context 122 Show data context
  Card, Pattern Card Maker 0 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Paper Stainer 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Paper Box, Paper Bag Maker 2 Show data context 10 Show data context
  Ticket, Label Writer 1 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Others 65 Show data context 3 Show data context
21. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS MINERAL SUBSTANCES. 155,483 Show data context 5,741 Show data context
  Coal Miner 72,100 Show data context 846 Show data context
  Ironstone Miner 958 Show data context 25 Show data context
  Copper Miner 422 Show data context 14 Show data context
  Tin Miner 51 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Lead Miner 5,394 Show data context 181 Show data context
  Miner, in other or undefined Minerals 176 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Mine Service 731 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Coal Merchant 1,209 Show data context 117 Show data context
  Coalheaver 1,463 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Coke, Charcoal, Peat - Cutter, Burner, Dealer 493 Show data context 63 Show data context
  Gas Works Service 507 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Stone Quarrier 128 Show data context 31 Show data context
  Stone Cutter, Dresser, Dealer 235 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Slate Quarrier 1,586 Show data context 522 Show data context
  Slate Worker, Dealer 108 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Limeburner 977 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Clay, Sand, Gravel, Chalk, Labourer, Dealer 75 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Fossil, Coprolite Digger, Dealer 2,720 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Well Sinker, Borer 2,588 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Plaster, Cement Manufacture 6 Show data context 24 Show data context
  Brick, Tile - Maker, Burner, Dealer 322 Show data context 57 Show data context
  Paviour 19 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Road Contractor, Surveyor, Inspector 172 Show data context 121 Show data context
  Road Labourer 3,401 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Railway Contractor 542 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Platelayer 13,717 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Railway Labourer, Navvy 561 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Others 323 Show data context 12 Show data context
  Earthenware, China, Porcelain, Manufacture 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Glass Manufacture 34 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Earthenware, China, Glass Dealer 12 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Salt Maker, Dealer 6 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Waterworks Service 58 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Others 4 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Goldsmith, Silversmith, Jeweller 139 Show data context 22 Show data context
  Gold, Silver, Beater 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Lapidary 8 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Others 99 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Blacksmith 9,339 Show data context 20 Show data context
  Whitesmith 68 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Nail Manufacture 361 Show data context 8 Show data context
  Anchor, Chain Manufacture 106 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Ironmonger. Hardware Dealer, Merchant 923 Show data context 47 Show data context
  Other Iron and Steel Manufacture 15,613 Show data context 365 Show data context
  Copper, Copper Goods - Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 2,487 Show data context 32 Show data context
  Tin, Tin Plate, Tin Goods - Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 13,411 Show data context 3,184 Show data context
  Zinc, Zinc Goods - Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 639 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Lead, Leaden Goods - Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 560 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Metal Refiner, Worker, Turner, Dealer 195 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Brass, Bronze Manufacture. Brazier 118 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Metal Burnisher, Lacquerer 3 Show data context 0 Show data context
  White Metal, Plated Ware, Manufacture. Pewterer 16 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Wire Maker, Worker, Weaver, Drawer 175 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Bolt, Nut, Rivet, Screw, Staple Maker 101 Show data context 23 Show data context
  Lamp, Lantern, Candlestick Maker 15 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Clasp, Buckle, Hinge Maker 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Fancy Chain, Gilt Toy Maker 0 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Others 9 Show data context 0 Show data context
22. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN GENERAL OR UNSPECIFIED COMMODITIES. 55,264 Show data context 2,739 Show data context
  General Shopkeeper, Dealer 1,112 Show data context 1,186 Show data context
  Pawnbroker 202 Show data context 35 Show data context
  Costermonger, Huckster, Street Seller 1,103 Show data context 869 Show data context
  Manufacturer, Manager, Superintendant (undefined) 304 Show data context 9 Show data context
  Contractor (undefined) 365 Show data context 2 Show data context
  General Labourer 42,647 Show data context 416 Show data context
  Engine Driver, Stoker, Fireman (not railway, marine or agricultural) 7,077 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Artizan, Mechanic (undefined) 1,305 Show data context 12 Show data context
  Apprentice (undefined) 95 Show data context 30 Show data context
  Factory Labourer (undefined) 916 Show data context 121 Show data context
  Machinist, Machine Worker (undefined) 138 Show data context 59 Show data context
23. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN REFUSE MATTERS. 312 Show data context 53 Show data context
  Town Drainage Service 44 Show data context 0 Show data context
  Chimney Sweep, Soot Merchant 145 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Scavenger, Crossing Sweeper 56 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Rag Gatherer, Dealer 67 Show data context 45 Show data context
24. PERSONS WITHOUT SPECIFIED OCCUPATIONS. 299,435 Show data context 633,702 Show data context
  Persons returned by Property, Rank &c. and not special occupation 193,270 Show data context 527,686 Show data context
  Children under 5 years of age 106,165 Show data context 106,016 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:

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.)