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==Census Forms and Headings==
==Census Forms and Headings==
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   <li>[https://www.ancestrycdn.com/legacy/pdf/trees/charts/ukcensus1911.pdf 1911 Census Form] (PDF)
   <li>[https://www.ancestrycdn.com/legacy/pdf/trees/charts/ukcensus1911.pdf 1911 Census Form] (PDF)
   <li> [[Media:1901 and 1911 Headings for the Census of England and Wales.pdf|1901 and 1911 Headings for the Census of England and Wales]]</li>
   <li> [[Media:1901 and 1911 Headings for the Census of England and Wales.pdf|1901 and 1911 Headings for the Census of England and Wales]]</li>
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The 1841 censuses of upper '''Merthyr Tydfil''' and the entire parishes of '''Wrexham''' and '''Ruabon''' in the north-east are missing, as are many of the 1861 censuses. Sometimes, a lost census return is found and the ''Clwyd Family History Society'' have 'retrieved' parts of the Wrexham returns for 1841. Announcements about records that are found are usually given by a family history society journal for the area that is involved. See [[Wales Periodicals]] for information on locating a family history society journal. It is sometimes possible to locate another record that can substitute for a census. For example, part of the missing census for Merthyr Tydfil can be supplemented with the following record:  
The 1841 censuses of upper '''Merthyr Tydfil''' and the entire parishes of '''Wrexham''' and '''Ruabon''' in the north-east are missing, as are many of the 1861 censuses. Sometimes, a lost census return is found and the ''Clwyd Family History Society'' have 'retrieved' parts of the Wrexham returns for 1841. Announcements about records that are found are usually given by a family history society journal for the area that is involved. See [[Wales Periodicals]] for information on locating a family history society journal. It is sometimes possible to locate another record that can substitute for a census. For example, part of the missing census for Merthyr Tydfil can be supplemented with the following record:  


*Glamorgan Family History Society. ''Register of cottage leases, Dowlais Iron Company, 1818–1877.'' [Glamorgan, Wales]: Glamorgan Family History Society, [1996?]. (Family History Library {{FHL|942.97%2FD2 R2g|disp=book 942.97/D2 R2g}}.)
*Glamorgan Family History Society. ''Register of cottage leases, Dowlais Iron Company, 1818–1877.'' [Glamorgan, Wales]: Glamorgan Family History Society, [1996?]. (FamilySearch Library {{FSC|942.97%2FD2 R2g|disp=book 942.97/D2 R2g}}.)
 
'''When Taken'''


The 1841 census was taken on 7 June. Most of the later censuses were taken between 31 March and 8 April, every 10 years. Instructions were to list only those persons who spent the night in each household when the census was taken. Those travelling, staying at boarding schools, or working away from home are listed where they spent the night. For example, night watchmen are often listed at their employer’s business address rather than with their families.
===Pre-1841 Census===
===Pre-1841 Census===


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'''1851 and later.''' These censuses list the names, ages, occupations, relationships to the head of the household, and parish and county of birth (except foreign births, which may give country only) of each member of the household.  
'''1851 and later.''' These censuses list the names, ages, occupations, relationships to the head of the household, and parish and county of birth (except foreign births, which may give country only) of each member of the household.  


'''1891 and later.''' These censuses also list the language spoken (English, Welsh or Both).<br><br>
'''1891 and later.''' These censuses also list the language spoken (English, Welsh or Both).<br>
 
'''Census Forms and Worksheets'''


== Searching Census Records  ==
== Searching Census Records  ==
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== Locating Census Records  ==
== Locating Census Records  ==


Pre-1900 original census records are at the Public Record Office (see [[Wales Archives and Libraries]] for an address). The National Library of Wales, most county record offices, the Family History Library and the Family Records Centre (see [[Wales Civil Registration]] for the address) have microfilm copies of the census records.
Pre-1900 original census records are at the Public Record Office (see [[Wales Archives and Libraries]] for an address). The National Library of Wales, most county record offices, the FamilySearch Library and the Family Records Centre (see [[Wales Civil Registration]] for the address) have microfilm copies of the census records.
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'''Online Records'''
'''Online Records'''
*'''1861''' {{RecordSearch|1493747|England and Wales Census, 1861}} at [https://www.familysearch.org/search FamilySearch] index and images
*'''1861''' {{RecordSearch|1493747|England and Wales Census, 1861}} at FamilySearch - [[England and Wales Census, 1861 - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index & images
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'''Missing pieces.''' Various parts of the England, Wales, and Scotland census returns from 1841 to 1911 are incomplete and have pieces missing. Find My Past has has identified the known gaps by census year, nation, county, and village or parish in '''[http://www.findmypast.com/articles/census-for-england-wales-and-scotland-missing-pieces Census for England, Wales and Scotland: missing pieces]'''
'''Missing pieces.''' Various parts of the England, Wales, and Scotland census returns from 1841 to 1911 are incomplete and have pieces missing. Findmypast has has identified the known gaps by census year, nation, county, and village or parish in '''[http://www.findmypast.com/articles/census-for-england-wales-and-scotland-missing-pieces Census for England, Wales and Scotland: missing pieces]'''
 
== Census Records at the Family History Library  ==
 
The Family History Library has microfilm copies of all of the government censuses from 1841–1891. The following work, commonly known as the Census Register, gives film numbers for each census year and is arranged by parish, town, village, or city:
 
*''Index of Place Names Showing the Library Microfilm Numbers for the 1841–1891 Census Records of England, Wales, Channel Islands and Isle of Man.'' Salt Lake City, Utah: Family History Library, 1992. (Family History Library {{FHL|942 X2pi|disp=book 942 X2pi; microfiche 6024509}}.)
 
The microfilm and microfiche numbers may also be found in the FamilySearch Catalog in the Place Search under:
 
;'''WALES, [COUNTY], [PARISH] - CENSUS'''
 
Population tables (see [[Wales Civil Registration]]) and other aids may help you pinpoint a location on the microfilm or solve unusual difficulties you may have in finding a locality on the census.


== Census Indexes  ==
== Census Indexes  ==
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Census indexes can reduce the time it takes to search a census. Some surname or street indexes exist for some areas. <br>
Census indexes can reduce the time it takes to search a census. Some surname or street indexes exist for some areas. <br>


You can check the Census Surname Index Register (not cataloged typescript) at the Family History Library or click on the below links to see the Census Surname Indexes in this register book. (This register is not available at Family History Centers.)  
You can check the Census Surname Index Register (not cataloged typescript) at the FamilySearch Library or click on the below links to see the Census Surname Indexes in this register book. (This register is not available at FamilySearch Centers.)  


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| [[Denbighshire Census Surname Index|Denbighshire Indexes]]
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| [https://familysearch.org/search/catalog/487356 Flintshire Census Surname Index to 1881 ]
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| [[Glamorgan Census Surname Index|Glamorgan Indexes]]  
| [[Glamorgan Census Surname Index|Glamorgan Indexes]]  
| [[Merionethshire Census Surname Index|Merionethshire Indexes]]
| [[Merionethshire Census Surname Index|Merionethshire Indexes]]
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To find surname indexes which may not be available at the Family History Library, look in:  
To find surname indexes which may not be available at the FamilySearch Library, look in:  


*Gibson, Jeremy, and Elizabeth Hampson, eds. ''Marriage, Census and Other Indexes for Family Historians.'' 6th ed. Birmingham, England: Federation of Family History Societies (Publications) Ltd., 1996. (Family History Library {{FHL|942 D22m|disp=book 942 D22m 1996.}}) This is an inventory of the indexes that are available for marriage, census and other helpful genealogical records. It is arranged by country and then by county.
*Gibson, Jeremy, and Elizabeth Hampson, eds. ''Marriage, Census and Other Indexes for Family Historians.'' 6th ed. Birmingham, England: Federation of Family History Societies (Publications) Ltd., 1996. (FamilySearch Library {{FSC|942 D22m|disp=book 942 D22m 1996.}}) This is an inventory of the indexes that are available for marriage, census and other helpful genealogical records. It is arranged by country and then by county.


'''1881 Census.''' There is a complete transcription and index on microfiche for the 1881 census returns of Wales. The index is also available on compact disc, with a partial transcription.  
'''1881 Census.''' There is a complete transcription and index on microfiche for the 1881 census returns of Wales. The index is also available on compact disc, with a partial transcription.  
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The compact disc version, 1881 British Census and National Index (50169), is available for purchase.  
The compact disc version, 1881 British Census and National Index (50169), is available for purchase.  


The microfiche version is available for use at the Family History Library, Family History Centers, and other record repositories (see [[Wales Archives and Libraries]]). The microfiche can be searched either nationwide or by county.  
The microfiche version is available for use at the FamilySearch Library, FamilySearch Centers, and other record repositories (see [[Wales Archives and Libraries]]). The microfiche can be searched either nationwide or by county.  


Within the nationwide index are two indexes:  
Within the nationwide index are two indexes:  
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'''Street Indexes.''' If you know the address at which an ancestor may have lived, a street index can help you quickly find your ancestor in the census. Street indexes are available for major cities in Wales.  
'''Street Indexes.''' If you know the address at which an ancestor may have lived, a street index can help you quickly find your ancestor in the census. Street indexes are available for major cities in Wales.  


You can also determine if a street index is available at the Family History Library by looking in:  
You can also determine if a street index is available at the FamilySearch Library by looking in:  


*''Register of Towns Indexed by Streets.'' Salt Lake City, Utah: Family History Library, 1998. (Family History Library {{FHL|740425|title-id|disp=book 942 X22r 1999; microfiche 6026692}}.)
*''Register of Towns Indexed by Streets.'' Salt Lake City, Utah: FamilySearch Library, 1998. (FamilySearch Library {{FSC|740425|title-id|disp=book 942 X22r 1999; microfiche 6026692}}.)


If the above register does not list the town or district you need for a particular year, look for a street index in the Place Search of the FamilySearch Catalog under:  
If the above register does not list the town or district you need for a particular year, look for a street index in the Place Search of the FamilySearch Catalog under:  
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== Online Census Indexes  ==
== Online Census Indexes  ==


*1841-1911 census indexes are available at [http://www.familysearch.org/search/collection/location/1986311?region=Wales Wales Indexed Historical Records] at [http://www.familysearch.org FamilySearch]
*1841-1911 census indexes are available at [https://www.familysearch.org/search/location/united-kingdom-and-ireland/wales Wales Indexed Historical Records] at [https://www.familysearch.org FamilySearch]
*1841-1911 census indexes are available at [https://search.findmypast.com/search-world-records-in-census-land-and-substitutes Findmypast]&nbsp;
*1841-1911 census indexes are available at [https://search.findmypast.com/search-world-records-in-census-land-and-substitutes Findmypast]
*1841-1911 census indexes are available at [http://www.ancestry.co.uk/search/rectype/census/uk/default.aspx Ancestry.co.uk]&nbsp;
*1841-1911 census indexes are available at [http://www.ancestry.co.uk/search/rectype/census/uk/default.aspx Ancestry.co.uk]
*1841-1911 census indexes are available at [http://www.thegenealogist.co.uk/user/subscriptions.php The Genealogist.co.uk]&nbsp;
*1841-1911 census indexes are available at [http://www.thegenealogist.co.uk/user/subscriptions.php The Genealogist.co.uk]
*1901 census index available at [http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/census/default.htm?source=ddmenu_search4 National Archives] <br>
*1901 census index available at [http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/census/default.htm?source=ddmenu_search4 National Archives] <br>


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*[[England and Wales Census, 1901 - FamilySearch Historical Records]]  
*[[England and Wales Census, 1901 - FamilySearch Historical Records]]  
*[[England and Wales Census, 1911 - FamilySearch Historical Records]]
*[[England and Wales Census, 1911 - FamilySearch Historical Records]]
== See also  ==
*[[Glamorgan Censuses]]


== External Links  ==
== External Links  ==
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==The 1939 Register==
==The 1939 Register==


In 2015 FindMyPast released the 1939 register to the public. It was a registration of the population of England and Wales on September 29th, 1939, taken for administrative purposes due to the outbreak of World War II. <br> This Register was to be a critical tool in coordinating the war effort at home. It would be used to issue identity cards, organize rationing and more. <br>  
In 2015 Findmypast released the 1939 register to the public. It was a registration of the population of England and Wales on September 29th, 1939, taken for administrative purposes due to the outbreak of World War II. <br> This Register was to be a critical tool in coordinating the war effort at home. It would be used to issue identity cards, organize rationing and more. <br>  


The Register lists full names, full dates of birth, occupations, and addresses. The register was maintained in some form up to 1991 so changes of name upon marriage and subsequent deaths may also be noted. <br>  
The Register lists full names, full dates of birth, occupations, and addresses. The register was maintained in some form up to 1991 so changes of name upon marriage and subsequent deaths may also be noted. <br>  
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*'''1939''' [http://www.findmypast.co.uk/1939register/1939-register-getting-started How-to Video for 1939 Register]
*'''1939''' [http://www.findmypast.co.uk/1939register/1939-register-getting-started How-to Video for 1939 Register]
*'''1939''' [http://www.findmypast.co.uk/1939register?utm_source=fmp&utm_content=636597&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=news Search Engine for 1939 Register] at FindMyPast - index and images ($)
*'''1939''' [http://www.findmypast.co.uk/1939register?utm_source=fmp&utm_content=636597&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=news Search Engine for 1939 Register] at Findmypast - index & images ($)
*'''1939''' {{RecordSearch|2836130|England and Wales National Register, 1939}}(*) at FamilySearch index
*'''1939''' {{RecordSearch|2836130|England and Wales National Register, 1939}} at FamilySearch - [[England and Wales National Register, 1939 - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index & images
*'''1939''' [https://www.ancestry.com/search/collections/61596/ 1939 England and Wales Register] at Ancestry - index and images ($)
*'''1939''' [https://www.ancestry.com/search/collections/61596/ 1939 England and Wales Register] at Ancestry - index & images ($)


== Sources  ==
== Sources  ==
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A Census for 1939. As a result of the National Registration Act in 1939, the civilian population was recorded. Each person was listed with data similar to the Census and assigned a number. Data can now be researched for deceased individuals (must be proven dead) for a non-refundable fee of 42 pounds sterling even if the search is unsuccessful. Article in Hel Achau, #105, June, 2010, page 45, Family History Library Ref. 942.93 D25h  
A Census for 1939. As a result of the National Registration Act in 1939, the civilian population was recorded. Each person was listed with data similar to the Census and assigned a number. Data can now be researched for deceased individuals (must be proven dead) for a non-refundable fee of 42 pounds sterling even if the search is unsuccessful. Article in Hel Achau, #105, June, 2010, page 45, FamilySearch Library Ref. 942.93 D25h  
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