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Steve Smallwood¹

¹Office for National Statistics.

Population Trends

|April 6, 2011

Summary

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This study explores alternative population definitions beyond the standard census count. It details the 2011 Census enumeration base and methods for creating diverse population statistics.

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Area of Science:

Demography
Social Statistics
Population Studies

Background:

Standard population definitions may not meet diverse user needs in complex societies.
The 2011 Census provides a foundation for exploring alternative population bases.
Understanding variations in census data collection across the UK is crucial.

Purpose of the Study:

To describe the enumeration base for the 2011 Census.
To explain how alternative population outputs can be derived from census data.
To discuss the construction of population bases from census information.

Main Methods:

Analysis of the 2011 Census questionnaire design and data collection.
Comparison of data collection methodologies across England and Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.
Exploration of statistical methods for estimating populations on alternative bases.

Main Results:

The 2011 Census enumeration base is detailed.
Methods for producing alternative population outputs are outlined.
Similarities and differences in UK census data are identified.

Conclusions:

The 2011 Census data can be used to construct various population bases.
Estimating populations on alternative bases presents specific challenges.
Further research is needed to refine methods for alternative population estimation.