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Data and analysis from Census 2021

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Using public data to produce statistics

We collect and process your data safely and securely to publish statistics that benefit us all.

  • A guide to data, statistics and the ONS

    Watch our video to find out how we at the Office for National Statistics (ONS) collect and use data to produce statistics.

  • How we collect and use data at the ONS

    Find out more about our strategy and the way we work, as well as our plans for transforming the way we collect and process data.

  • Keeping data safe and protecting your personal information

    The safety of your information is our top priority. Learn more about how we keep data secure and confidential.

  • Examples of how data and statistics benefit you

    See how organisations use our statistics to make important decisions that affect us all.

  • People's attitudes to data

    Find out what people think about sharing their data and how data are used.

  • Learning about data

    Learn more about data and statistics through our education programme, videos and partnerships.​

  • Engaging the public on data: stakeholder communications toolkit

    Communication resources to help increase the public’s understanding of how data and statistics are used to benefit local communities.

  • Bringing data to life

    A webinar series where you can learn more about data and statistics. Everything from gathering your data and keeping it safe and secure to releasing figures that make a difference.

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