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. 407 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Civil Service (officers and clerks) 147 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Civil Service (messengers, &c.) 56 Show data context -
  Prison Service, &c. 2 Show data context -
  Police 165 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Municipal, Parish, Union, District, Officer 25 Show data context -
  Other Local or County Official 11 Show data context -
  East Indian and Colonial Service 1 Show data context -
2. PERSONS ENGAGED IN THE DEFENCE OF THE COUNTRY. 97 Show data context 12 Show data context
  Army Officer (effective/retired) 17 Show data context 11 Show data context
  Soldier and Non-commissioned officer 20 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Militia, Yeomanry, Volunteers 6 Show data context -
  Army Pensioner 19 Show data context -
  Navy Officer (effective/retired) 2 Show data context -
  Seaman, R.N. 16 Show data context -
  Royal Marines (officers/men) 1 Show data context -
  Navy Pensioner 16 Show data context -
3. PERSONS ENGAGED IN PROFESSIONAL OCCUPATIONS (WITH THEIR IMMEDIATE SUBORDINATES). 560 Show data context 601 Show data context
  Clergymen (Established Church) 25 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Roman Catholic Priest 10 Show data context -
  Minister, Priest of other religious bodies 18 Show data context -
  Missionary, Scripture Reader, Itinerant preacher 13 Show data context 8 Show data context
  Nun, Sister of Charity - 2 Show data context
  Theological Student 8 Show data context -
  Church, chapel, cemetery - officer, servant 14 Show data context 9 Show data context
  Barrister, Solicitor 16 Show data context -
  Law Clerk, and others connected with the law 71 Show data context -
  Physician, Surgeon, General Practitioner 28 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Dentist 3 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Medical Student, Assistant 18 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Midwife - 8 Show data context
  Subordinate Medical Service 12 Show data context 161 Show data context
  Schoolmaster 124 Show data context 280 Show data context
  Teacher, Professor, Lecturer 9 Show data context 69 Show data context
  School Service, and others connected with teaching 10 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Author, Editor, Journalist 3 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Reporter, Short-hand Writer 6 Show data context -
  Persons engaged in Scientific Pursuits 7 Show data context -
  Civil Engineer 29 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Land, House, Ship, Surveyor 15 Show data context -
  Painter (artist) 11 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Engraver (artist) 5 Show data context -
  Sculptor 2 Show data context -
  Architect 38 Show data context -
  Musician, Music Master 34 Show data context 46 Show data context
  Art Student 3 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Photographer 11 Show data context -
  Actor 8 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Art, Music, Theatre Service 3 Show data context -
  Performer, Showman, Exhibition, Service 2 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Billiard, Cricket & other Games, Service 4 Show data context 1 Show data context
4. PERSONS ENGAGED IN DOMESTIC OFFICES OR SERVICES. 420 Show data context 3,331 Show data context
  Domestic Coachman, Groom 26 Show data context -
  Domestic Gardener 37 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Domestic Indoor Servant 97 Show data context 2,550 Show data context
  Lodge, Gate, Park Keeper (not Government) 15 Show data context -
  Inn, Hotel Servant 186 Show data context 113 Show data context
  Office Keeper (not Government) 1 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Cook (not domestic) 39 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Charwoman 2 Show data context 158 Show data context
  Washing and Bathing Service 6 Show data context 482 Show data context
  Hospital and Institution Service 9 Show data context 23 Show data context
  Others engaged in Service 2 Show data context -
5. PERSONS ENGAGED IN COMMERCIAL OCCUPATIONS. 1,847 Show data context 19 Show data context
  Merchant 13 Show data context -
  Broker, Agent, Factor 84 Show data context -
  Auctioneer, Appraiser, Valuer, House Agent 24 Show data context -
  Accountant 57 Show data context -
  Salesman, Buyer (not otherwise specified) 15 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Commercial Traveller 192 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Commercial Clerk 1,350 Show data context 14 Show data context
  Officer of Commercial Company, Guild, Society &c. 4 Show data context -
  Bank Service 42 Show data context -
  Bill Discounter, Bill Broker, Finance Agent 1 Show data context -
  Life, House, Ship &c., Insurance Service 65 Show data context 1 Show data context
6. PERSONS ENGAGED IN CONVEYANCE OF MEN, GOODS, AND MESSAGES. 5,008 Show data context 36 Show data context
  Railway Engine Driver, Stoker 67 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Railway Guard 60 Show data context -
  Pointsman, Level Crossing Man 34 Show data context -
  Other Railway Officials and Servants 574 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Toll Collector, Turnpike Gate Keeper 3 Show data context -
  Omnibus, Coach, Cab, Owner - Livery Stable Keeper 4 Show data context -
  Cabman, Flyman, Coachman (not domestic) 47 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Carman, Carrier, Carter, Haulier 439 Show data context -
  Tramway Companies' Service 10 Show data context -
  Inland Navigation Service 4 Show data context -
  Bargeman, Lighterman, Waterman 239 Show data context -
  Navigation Service (on shore) 6 Show data context -
  Seaman (Merchant Service) 1,113 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Pilot 13 Show data context -
  Ship Steward, Cook 149 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Harbour, Dock, Wharf, Lighthouse Service 1,753 Show data context 8 Show data context
  Warehouseman (not Manchester) 137 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Meter, Weigher 19 Show data context -
  Messenger, Porter, Watchman (not Railway or Government) 310 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Telegraph, Telephone Service 27 Show data context 6 Show data context
7. PERSONS ENGAGED IN AGRICULTURE. 538 Show data context 61 Show data context
  Farmer, Grazier 26 Show data context -
  Farmer's, Grazier's - Son, Grandson, Brother, Nephew 1 Show data context -
  Farm Bailiff 32 Show data context -
  Agricultural Labourer, Farm Servant, Cottager 297 Show data context 42 Show data context
  Shepherd 1 Show data context -
  Land Drainage Service (not in towns) 4 Show data context -
  Others engaged in, or connected with agriculture 4 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Woodman 7 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Nurseryman, Seedsman, Florist 18 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Gardener (not domestic) 148 Show data context 11 Show data context
8. PERSONS ENGAGED ABOUT ANIMALS. 125 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Horse Proprietor, Breeder, Dealer 7 Show data context -
  Groom, Horse-keeper, Horse-breaker 69 Show data context -
  Veterinary Surgeon, Farrier 24 Show data context -
  Cattle, Sheep, Pig - Dealer, Salesman 10 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Drover 3 Show data context -
  Gamekeeper 3 Show data context -
  Dog, Bird, Animal - Keeper, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Vermin Destroyer 1 Show data context -
  Fisherman 6 Show data context -
  Knacker, Catsmeat Dealer &c &c. 1 Show data context -
9. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN BOOKS, PRINTS, AND MAPS. 213 Show data context 20 Show data context
  Publisher, Bookseller, Librarian 21 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Music-Publisher, Seller, Printer 2 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Bookbinder 36 Show data context 9 Show data context
  Printer 128 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Newspaper Agent, News Room Keeper 5 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Lithographer, Lithographic Printer 17 Show data context -
  Copper Plate and Steel Plate Printer 3 Show data context -
  Map and Print - Colourer, Seller 1 Show data context -
10. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN MACHINES AND IMPLEMENTS. 1,211 Show data context 15 Show data context
  Engine, Machine Maker 269 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Millwright 16 Show data context -
  Fitter, Turner (Engine and Machine) 394 Show data context -
  Boiler Maker 280 Show data context -
  Spinning and Weaving Machine Maker 3 Show data context -
  Domestic Machinery - Maker, Dealer 2 Show data context -
  Tool Maker, Dealer 5 Show data context -
  Cutler, Scissors Maker 7 Show data context -
  File Maker 7 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Saw Maker 6 Show data context -
  Domestic Implement Maker 3 Show data context -
  Watch Maker, Clock Maker 60 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Philosophical Instrument Maker 34 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Electrical Apparatus Maker 81 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Weighing and Measuring Apparatus Maker 9 Show data context -
  Surgical Instrument Maker 4 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Gunsmith, Gun Manufacturer 5 Show data context -
  Sword, Bayonet - Maker, Cutler 1 Show data context -
  Musical Instrument Maker, Dealer 11 Show data context -
  Type Cutter, Founder 9 Show data context -
  Die, Seal, Coin, Medal Maker 2 Show data context -
  Toy Maker, Dealer 2 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Apparatus for other games, Maker, Dealer 1 Show data context 2 Show data context
11. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN HOUSES, FURNITURE, AND DECORATIONS. 3,181 Show data context 27 Show data context
  Builder 185 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Carpenter, Joiner 1,064 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Bricklayer 815 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Mason 146 Show data context -
  Slater, Tiler 17 Show data context -
  Plasterer, Whitewasher 150 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Paperhanger 16 Show data context -
  Plumber 160 Show data context -
  Painter, Glazier 369 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Cabinet Maker 96 Show data context 4 Show data context
  French Polisher 10 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Furniture Broker, Dealer 15 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Gas Fitter 86 Show data context -
  House and Shop Fittings - Maker, Dealer 10 Show data context -
  Funeral Furniture Maker, Undertaker 11 Show data context -
  Wood Carver 2 Show data context -
  Carver, Gilder 18 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Dealer in Works of Art 3 Show data context -
  Figure, Image - Maker, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Animal, Bird &c. Preserver, Naturalist 4 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Artificial Flower Maker 3 Show data context 7 Show data context
12. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN CARRIAGES AND HARNESS. 153 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Coachmaker 25 Show data context -
  Railway Carriage, Railway Wagon, Maker 38 Show data context -
  Wheelwright 55 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Bicycle, Tricycle - Maker, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Others 1 Show data context -
  Saddler, Harness, Whip Maker 33 Show data context 3 Show data context
13. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN SHIPS AND BOATS. 332 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Ship, Boat, Barge Builder 147 Show data context -
  Shipwright, Ship Carpenter (ashore) 150 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Mast, Yard, Oar, Block Maker 6 Show data context -
  Ship Rigger, Chandler, Fitter 19 Show data context -
  Sail Maker 10 Show data context 1 Show data context
14. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN CHEMICALS AND COMPOUNDS. 340 Show data context 33 Show data context
  Dye, Paint Manufacture 15 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Ink, Blacking, Colour Substance Manufacture 9 Show data context -
  Gunpowder, Guncotton, Explosive Substance Manufacture 1 Show data context -
  Fusee, Fireworks, Explosive Article Manufacture 5 Show data context 24 Show data context
  Chemist, Druggist 56 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Manufacturing Chemist 243 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Alkali Manufacture 7 Show data context -
  Drysalter 4 Show data context -
15. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN TOBACCO AND PIPES. 47 Show data context 17 Show data context
  Tobacco Manufacture, Tobacconist 44 Show data context 13 Show data context
  Tobacco Pipe, Snuff Box &c. Maker 3 Show data context 4 Show data context
16. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN FOOD AND LODGING. 2,083 Show data context 234 Show data context
  Innkeeper, Hotel Keeper, Publican 137 Show data context 13 Show data context
  Lodging, Boarding House Keeper 3 Show data context 24 Show data context
  Coffee, Eating House, Keeper 33 Show data context 15 Show data context
  Hop - Merchant, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Maltster 5 Show data context -
  Brewer 19 Show data context -
  Beerseller, Ale, Porter, Cider Dealer 64 Show data context 13 Show data context
  Cellarman 37 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Wine, Spirit - Merchant, Agent 37 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Milkseller, Dairyman 105 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Cheesemonger, Butterman 28 Show data context -
  Butcher, Meat Salesman 269 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Provision Curer, Dealer 31 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Poulterer, Game Dealer 6 Show data context -
  Fishmonger 82 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Corn, Flour, Seed Merchant, Dealer 40 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Corn Miller 15 Show data context -
  Baker 269 Show data context 10 Show data context
  Confectioner, Pastrycook 62 Show data context 86 Show data context
  Greengrocer, Fruiterer 118 Show data context 11 Show data context
  Mustard, Vinegar, Spice, Pickle Maker, Dealer 2 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Sugar Refiner 475 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Grocer. Tea, Coffee, Chocolate Maker, Dealer 239 Show data context 32 Show data context
  Ginger Beer, Mineral Water Manufacturer, Dealer 6 Show data context -
17. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN TEXTILE FABRICS. 245 Show data context 462 Show data context
  Woolstapler 2 Show data context -
  Woollen Cloth Manufacture 4 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Cloth, Worsted, Stuff, Flannel, Blanket Dealer 6 Show data context -
  Others - 1 Show data context
  Silk, Silk Goods, Manufacture 14 Show data context 31 Show data context
  Silk Dyer, Printer 3 Show data context -
  Silk Merchant, Dealer 2 Show data context -
  Cotton, Cotton Goods Manufacture 27 Show data context 101 Show data context
  Cotton, Calico - Printer, Dyer, Bleacher 2 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Cotton, Calico - Warehouseman, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Flax, Linen - Manufacturer, Dealer 2 Show data context -
  Lace Manufacturer, Dealer 1 Show data context 8 Show data context
  Hemp, Jute, Cocoa Fibre Manufacture 21 Show data context 164 Show data context
  Rope, Twine, Cord - Maker, Dealer 7 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Mat Maker, Seller 17 Show data context 9 Show data context
  Canvas, Sailcloth Manufacture 1 Show data context -
  Sacking, Sack, Bag - Maker, Dealer 6 Show data context 14 Show data context
  Weaver (undefined) 2 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Dyer, Printer, Scourer, Bleacher, Calenderer (undefined) 6 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Factory Hand (textile, undefined) - 2 Show data context
  Carpet, Rug Manufacture 3 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Manchester Warehouseman 4 Show data context -
  Draper, Linen Draper, Mercer 108 Show data context 88 Show data context
  Fancy Goods (Textile) Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 3 Show data context 9 Show data context
  Trimming Maker, Dealer 2 Show data context 10 Show data context
  Embroiderer 1 Show data context 12 Show data context
18. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN DRESS. 559 Show data context 1,256 Show data context
  Hatter, Hat Manufacture 14 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Straw - Hat, Bonnet, Plait Manufacture 2 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Tailor 150 Show data context 104 Show data context
  Milliner, Dressmaker, Staymaker 10 Show data context 855 Show data context
  Shirt Maker, Seamstress 14 Show data context 234 Show data context
  Hosiery Manufacture - 4 Show data context
  Hosier, Haberdasher 19 Show data context 13 Show data context
  Glover, Glove Maker 3 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Button Maker, Dealer 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Shoe, Boot - Maker, Dealer 268 Show data context 27 Show data context
  Patten, Clog Maker 1 Show data context -
  Wig Maker, Hair Dresser 65 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Umbrella, Parasol, Stick - Maker, Dealer 10 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Old Clothes Dealer, and others 2 Show data context -
19. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS ANIMAL SUBSTANCES. 259 Show data context 41 Show data context
  Tallow Chandler, Candle, Grease Manufacture 33 Show data context -
  Soap Boiler, Maker 62 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Glue, Size, Gelatine, Isinglass - Maker, Dealer 2 Show data context -
  Manure Manufacture 75 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Bone, Horn, Ivory, Tortoise-shell - Worker, Dealer 8 Show data context -
  Comb Maker 1 Show data context -
  Furrier, Skinner 14 Show data context 8 Show data context
  Tanner, Fellmonger 1 Show data context -
  Currier 15 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Leather Goods, Portmanteau, Bag, Strap &c., Maker, Dealer 20 Show data context 9 Show data context
  Parchment, Vellum - Maker, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Brush, Broom, Maker 23 Show data context 14 Show data context
  Quill, Feather - Dresser, Dealer 4 Show data context 4 Show data context
20. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS VEGETABLE SUBSTANCES. 646 Show data context 76 Show data context
  Oil Miller, Oil Cake - Maker, Dealer 19 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Oil and Colourman 69 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Floor Cloth, Oil Cloth Manufacture 21 Show data context 1 Show data context
  India Rubber, Gutta Percha - Worker, Dealer 89 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Waterproof Goods - Maker, Dealer 27 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Others 9 Show data context -
  Willow, Cane, Rush Worker, Dealer, Basketmaker 18 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Hay, Straw (not plait), Chaff, Cutter, Dealer 3 Show data context -
  Thatcher 2 Show data context -
  Timber, Wood - Merchant, Dealer 47 Show data context -
  Sawyer 74 Show data context -
  Lath, Wooden Fence, Hurdle Maker 13 Show data context -
  Wood Turner, Box Maker 17 Show data context 19 Show data context
  Cooper, Hoop Maker, Bender 155 Show data context -
  Cork, Bark - Cutter, Worker, Dealer 10 Show data context -
  Others 3 Show data context -
  Paper Manufacture 8 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Envelope Maker - 2 Show data context
  Stationer, Law Stationer 46 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Card, Pattern Card Maker 4 Show data context -
  Paper Stainer 3 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Paper Box, Paper Bag Maker 7 Show data context 22 Show data context
  Ticket, Label Writer 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Others 1 Show data context -
21. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS MINERAL SUBSTANCES. 2,346 Show data context 35 Show data context
  Coal Miner 15 Show data context -
  Tin Miner 1 Show data context -
  Miner, in other or undefined Minerals 4 Show data context -
  Mine Service 1 Show data context -
  Coal Merchant 38 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Coalheaver 414 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Coke, Charcoal, Peat - Cutter, Burner, Dealer 7 Show data context -
  Gas Works Service 462 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Stone Cutter, Dresser, Dealer 14 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Limeburner 7 Show data context -
  Well Sinker, Borer 2 Show data context -
  Plaster, Cement Manufacture 4 Show data context -
  Brick, Tile - Maker, Burner, Dealer 67 Show data context -
  Paviour 5 Show data context -
  Road Contractor, Surveyor, Inspector 2 Show data context -
  Road Labourer 10 Show data context -
  Railway Contractor 5 Show data context -
  Platelayer 58 Show data context -
  Railway Labourer, Navvy 123 Show data context -
  Others 4 Show data context -
  Earthenware, China, Porcelain, Manufacture 8 Show data context -
  Glass Manufacture 30 Show data context -
  Earthenware, China, Glass Dealer 13 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Salt Maker, Dealer 2 Show data context -
  Waterworks Service 13 Show data context -
  Others 1 Show data context -
  Goldsmith, Silversmith, Jeweller 35 Show data context -
  Others 1 Show data context -
  [Iron Manufacture] 472 Show data context 6 Show data context
  [Steel Manufacture] 5 Show data context -
  Blacksmith 243 Show data context -
  Whitesmith 11 Show data context -
  Nail Manufacture 2 Show data context -
  Anchor, Chain Manufacture 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Ironmonger. Hardware Dealer, Merchant 42 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Other Iron and Steel Manufacture 2 Show data context -
  Copper, Copper Goods - Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 2 Show data context -
  [Coppersmith] 25 Show data context -
  Tin, Tin Plate, Tin Goods - Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 71 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Zinc, Zinc Goods - Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 6 Show data context -
  Lead, Leaden Goods - Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 4 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Metal Refiner, Worker, Turner, Dealer 5 Show data context -
  Brass, Bronze Manufacture. Brazier 67 Show data context 1 Show data context
  White Metal, Plated Ware, Manufacture. Pewterer 6 Show data context -
  Wire Maker, Worker, Weaver, Drawer 18 Show data context -
  Bolt, Nut, Rivet, Screw, Staple Maker 13 Show data context -
  Lamp, Lantern, Candlestick Maker 3 Show data context -
  Fancy Chain, Gilt Toy Maker 2 Show data context -
22. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN GENERAL OR UNSPECIFIED COMMODITIES. 6,399 Show data context 341 Show data context
  General Shopkeeper, Dealer 121 Show data context 103 Show data context
  Pawnbroker 30 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Costermonger, Huckster, Street Seller 70 Show data context 28 Show data context
  Manufacturer, Manager, Superintendant (undefined) 99 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Contractor (undefined) 21 Show data context -
  General Labourer 4,981 Show data context 30 Show data context
  Engine Driver, Stoker, Fireman (not railway, marine or agricultural) 734 Show data context -
  Artizan, Mechanic (undefined) 218 Show data context 12 Show data context
  Apprentice (undefined) 19 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Factory Labourer (undefined) 98 Show data context 72 Show data context
  Machinist, Machine Worker (undefined) 8 Show data context 90 Show data context
23. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN REFUSE MATTERS. 23 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Town Drainage Service 1 Show data context -
  Chimney Sweep, Soot Merchant 15 Show data context -
  Scavenger, Crossing Sweeper 4 Show data context -
  Rag Gatherer, Dealer 3 Show data context 1 Show data context
24. PERSONS WITHOUT SPECIFIED OCCUPATIONS. 617 Show data context 2,344 Show data context
  Persons returned by Property, Rank &c. and not special occupation 617 Show data context 2,344 Show data context
[UNKNOWN OCCUPATION] 618 Show data context 16,994 Show data context
  [Occupation recorded but of unknown meaning] 69 Show data context 15 Show data context
  [Blank field, or illegible] 549 Show data context 16,979 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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(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.)