2021 Census

Information on Census 2021 in Northern Ireland.

 

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The population of Northern Ireland on census day, 21 March 2021, was 1,903,175. While the number of households in Northern Ireland was 768,810.

 

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Results

Information about Census 2021 statistics, and supporting materials.

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Outputs prospectus

This prospectus sets out the release plans for Census 2021 statistics in Northern Ireland. The prospectus was last updated on 29 February 2024.

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Census news

Find out the latest Census 2021 news.

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Reference materials

These materials are designed to help users make the most of census data.

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Assurance

Information on the assurance mechanisms for Census 2021.

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Background

Information on consultations and the planning of the 2021 Census in Northern Ireland.

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