GuidedResearch:England

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Census Search

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England and Wales Census Records, 1841-1911

If your ancestor lived in England or Wales between 1841 and 1911 use The England and Wales Censuses. The records may have the county where your ancestor was born.

Website	Dates	Description
www.familysearch.org	Census Years 1841-1911	Complete Index and Images.
www.ancestry.com	Census Years 1841-1911	Complete Index and Images ($)

After the county is located:

• Go to England Guided Research to find the vital records of your ancestor.

Surname Search

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Surname Search

Some surnames are more common in certain areas. Checking a surname distribution map may locate the likely region or area your ancestor is from.

Great Britain Family Name Profiling

After the county is located:

• Go to England Guided Research to find the vital records of your ancestor.

England Jurisdiction Map

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This map shows possible jurisdictions (locations) where local records were kept.

England 1851 Jurisdiction Map

After the county is located:

• Go to England Guided Research to find the vital records of your ancestor.

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