1881 Census of England and Wales, Tables: Ages, Condition as to Marriage, Occupations and Birthplaces of people, Table 10 : " Occupations of Males and Females in the Division and its Registration Counties".

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OCCUPATIONS. Males.
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Females.
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1. PERSONS ENGAGED IN THE GENERAL OR LOCAL GOVERNMENT OF THE COUNTRY. 37 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Civil Service (officers and clerks) 8 Show data context -
  Civil Service (messengers, &c.) 3 Show data context -
  Police 20 Show data context -
  Municipal, Parish, Union, District, Officer 5 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Other Local or County Official 1 Show data context -
2. PERSONS ENGAGED IN THE DEFENCE OF THE COUNTRY. 2 Show data context -
  Soldier and Non-commissioned officer 1 Show data context -
  Seaman, R.N. 1 Show data context -
3. PERSONS ENGAGED IN PROFESSIONAL OCCUPATIONS (WITH THEIR IMMEDIATE SUBORDINATES). 110 Show data context 89 Show data context
  Clergymen (Established Church) 5 Show data context -
  Roman Catholic Priest 1 Show data context -
  Minister, Priest of other religious bodies 6 Show data context -
  Missionary, Scripture Reader, Itinerant preacher 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Theological Student 2 Show data context -
  Church, chapel, cemetery - officer, servant 2 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Barrister, Solicitor 5 Show data context -
  Law Clerk, and others connected with the law 8 Show data context -
  Physician, Surgeon, General Practitioner 5 Show data context -
  Medical Student, Assistant 3 Show data context -
  Subordinate Medical Service 4 Show data context 10 Show data context
  Schoolmaster 23 Show data context 52 Show data context
  Teacher, Professor, Lecturer 1 Show data context 8 Show data context
  School Service, and others connected with teaching 1 Show data context -
  Author, Editor, Journalist 1 Show data context -
  Persons engaged in Scientific Pursuits 2 Show data context -
  Civil Engineer 4 Show data context -
  Mining Engineer 12 Show data context -
  Land, House, Ship, Surveyor 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Painter (artist) 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Architect 2 Show data context -
  Musician, Music Master 13 Show data context 11 Show data context
  Photographer 2 Show data context -
  Actor 3 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Art, Music, Theatre Service 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Billiard, Cricket & other Games, Service 1 Show data context -
4. PERSONS ENGAGED IN DOMESTIC OFFICES OR SERVICES. 25 Show data context 885 Show data context
  Domestic Coachman, Groom 9 Show data context -
  Domestic Indoor Servant 9 Show data context 751 Show data context
  Inn, Hotel Servant 7 Show data context 20 Show data context
  Office Keeper (not Government) - 2 Show data context
  Cook (not domestic) - 1 Show data context
  Charwoman - 55 Show data context
  Washing and Bathing Service - 56 Show data context
5. PERSONS ENGAGED IN COMMERCIAL OCCUPATIONS. 156 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Broker, Agent, Factor 20 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Auctioneer, Appraiser, Valuer, House Agent 7 Show data context -
  Commercial Traveller 13 Show data context -
  Commercial Clerk 96 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Banker 1 Show data context -
  Bank Service 7 Show data context -
  Life, House, Ship &c., Insurance Service 12 Show data context -
6. PERSONS ENGAGED IN CONVEYANCE OF MEN, GOODS, AND MESSAGES. 307 Show data context 15 Show data context
  Railway Engine Driver, Stoker 2 Show data context -
  Railway Guard 1 Show data context -
  Pointsman, Level Crossing Man 4 Show data context -
  Other Railway Officials and Servants 42 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Omnibus, Coach, Cab, Owner - Livery Stable Keeper 1 Show data context -
  Cabman, Flyman, Coachman (not domestic) 4 Show data context -
  Carman, Carrier, Carter, Haulier 104 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Tramway Companies' Service 4 Show data context -
  Inland Navigation Service 6 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Bargeman, Lighterman, Waterman 76 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Seaman (Merchant Service) 5 Show data context -
  Harbour, Dock, Wharf, Lighthouse Service 12 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Warehouseman (not Manchester) 5 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Messenger, Porter, Watchman (not Railway or Government) 41 Show data context -
  Telegraph, Telephone Service - 1 Show data context
7. PERSONS ENGAGED IN AGRICULTURE. 31 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Farmer, Grazier 4 Show data context -
  Farmer's, Grazier's - Son, Grandson, Brother, Nephew 1 Show data context -
  Agricultural Labourer, Farm Servant, Cottager 19 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Land Drainage Service (not in towns) 2 Show data context -
  Woodman 1 Show data context -
  Gardener (not domestic) 4 Show data context -
8. PERSONS ENGAGED ABOUT ANIMALS. 25 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Horse Proprietor, Breeder, Dealer 7 Show data context -
  Groom, Horse-keeper, Horse-breaker 12 Show data context -
  Veterinary Surgeon, Farrier 2 Show data context -
  Cattle, Sheep, Pig - Dealer, Salesman 2 Show data context -
  Drover 2 Show data context -
  Fisherman - 1 Show data context
9. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN BOOKS, PRINTS, AND MAPS. 20 Show data context -
  Publisher, Bookseller, Librarian 2 Show data context -
  Music-Publisher, Seller, Printer 1 Show data context -
  Bookbinder 1 Show data context -
  Printer 15 Show data context -
  Newspaper Agent, News Room Keeper 1 Show data context -
10. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN MACHINES AND IMPLEMENTS. 372 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Engine, Machine Maker 28 Show data context -
  Millwright 8 Show data context -
  Fitter, Turner (Engine and Machine) 92 Show data context -
  Boiler Maker 80 Show data context -
  Agricultural Machine and Implement Maker 2 Show data context -
  Tool Maker, Dealer 10 Show data context -
  Cutler, Scissors Maker 1 Show data context -
  File Maker 7 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Domestic Implement Maker 135 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Watch Maker, Clock Maker 6 Show data context -
  Gunsmith, Gun Manufacturer 2 Show data context -
  Die, Seal, Coin, Medal Maker 1 Show data context -
11. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN HOUSES, FURNITURE, AND DECORATIONS. 353 Show data context 13 Show data context
  Builder 8 Show data context -
  Carpenter, Joiner 54 Show data context -
  Bricklayer 136 Show data context -
  Mason 17 Show data context -
  Slater, Tiler 11 Show data context -
  Plasterer, Whitewasher 4 Show data context -
  Paperhanger 3 Show data context -
  Plumber 14 Show data context -
  Painter, Glazier 42 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Cabinet Maker 17 Show data context 4 Show data context
  French Polisher 3 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Furniture Broker, Dealer 3 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Locksmith, Bellhanger 22 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Gas Fitter 13 Show data context -
  House and Shop Fittings - Maker, Dealer 4 Show data context -
  Funeral Furniture Maker, Undertaker 1 Show data context -
  Artificial Flower Maker 1 Show data context -
12. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN CARRIAGES AND HARNESS. 23 Show data context -
  Coachmaker 1 Show data context -
  Railway Carriage, Railway Wagon, Maker 3 Show data context -
  Wheelwright 8 Show data context -
  Bicycle, Tricycle - Maker, Dealer 3 Show data context -
  Saddler, Harness, Whip Maker 8 Show data context -
13. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN SHIPS AND BOATS. 20 Show data context -
  Ship, Boat, Barge Builder 20 Show data context -
14. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN CHEMICALS AND COMPOUNDS. 17 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Dye, Paint Manufacture - 1 Show data context
  Fusee, Fireworks, Explosive Article Manufacture 1 Show data context -
  Chemist, Druggist 13 Show data context -
  Manufacturing Chemist 1 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Alkali Manufacture 2 Show data context -
15. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN TOBACCO AND PIPES. 1 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Tobacco Manufacture, Tobacconist 1 Show data context 2 Show data context
16. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN FOOD AND LODGING. 364 Show data context 70 Show data context
  Innkeeper, Hotel Keeper, Publican 74 Show data context 12 Show data context
  Lodging, Boarding House Keeper 2 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Coffee, Eating House, Keeper 3 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Maltster 7 Show data context -
  Brewer 18 Show data context -
  Beerseller, Ale, Porter, Cider Dealer 12 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Wine, Spirit - Merchant, Agent 2 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Milkseller, Dairyman 5 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Cheesemonger, Butterman 1 Show data context -
  Butcher, Meat Salesman 67 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Provision Curer, Dealer 5 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Poulterer, Game Dealer 8 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Fishmonger 3 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Corn, Flour, Seed Merchant, Dealer 2 Show data context -
  Corn Miller 6 Show data context -
  Baker 38 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Confectioner, Pastrycook 4 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Greengrocer, Fruiterer 22 Show data context 9 Show data context
  Sugar Refiner 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Grocer. Tea, Coffee, Chocolate Maker, Dealer 83 Show data context 20 Show data context
  Ginger Beer, Mineral Water Manufacturer, Dealer 1 Show data context -
17. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN TEXTILE FABRICS. 34 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Woollen Cloth Manufacture - 1 Show data context
  Cotton, Cotton Goods Manufacture 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Rope, Twine, Cord - Maker, Dealer 6 Show data context -
  Draper, Linen Draper, Mercer 25 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Fancy Goods (Textile) Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Trimming Maker, Dealer 1 Show data context -
18. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN DRESS. 128 Show data context 243 Show data context
  Hatter, Hat Manufacture 3 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Tailor 26 Show data context 24 Show data context
  Milliner, Dressmaker, Staymaker 2 Show data context 179 Show data context
  Shirt Maker, Seamstress - 22 Show data context
  Hosier, Haberdasher 4 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Shoe, Boot - Maker, Dealer 72 Show data context 9 Show data context
  Patten, Clog Maker 6 Show data context -
  Wig Maker, Hair Dresser 13 Show data context -
  Umbrella, Parasol, Stick - Maker, Dealer 2 Show data context 2 Show data context
19. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS ANIMAL SUBSTANCES. 2 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Tallow Chandler, Candle, Grease Manufacture 1 Show data context -
  Tanner, Fellmonger - 1 Show data context
  Currier 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
20. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS VEGETABLE SUBSTANCES. 89 Show data context 245 Show data context
  Japanner 49 Show data context 242 Show data context
  Waterproof Goods - Maker, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Others 2 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Willow, Cane, Rush Worker, Dealer, Basketmaker 8 Show data context -
  Hay, Straw (not plait), Chaff, Cutter, Dealer - 1 Show data context
  Timber, Wood - Merchant, Dealer 3 Show data context -
  Sawyer 13 Show data context -
  Lath, Wooden Fence, Hurdle Maker 2 Show data context -
  Wood Turner, Box Maker 6 Show data context -
  Cooper, Hoop Maker, Bender 4 Show data context -
  Paper Box, Paper Bag Maker - 1 Show data context
  Others 1 Show data context -
21. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS MINERAL SUBSTANCES. 3,540 Show data context 266 Show data context
  Coal Miner 756 Show data context 35 Show data context
  Ironstone Miner 37 Show data context 10 Show data context
  Miner, in other or undefined Minerals 1 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Mine Service 13 Show data context -
  Coal Merchant 18 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Coalheaver 4 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Coke, Charcoal, Peat - Cutter, Burner, Dealer 4 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Gas Works Service 14 Show data context -
  Stone Quarrier 19 Show data context -
  Stone Cutter, Dresser, Dealer 3 Show data context -
  Slate Worker, Dealer - 1 Show data context
  Limeburner 1 Show data context -
  Well Sinker, Borer 3 Show data context -
  Plaster, Cement Manufacture 3 Show data context -
  Brick, Tile - Maker, Burner, Dealer 17 Show data context 14 Show data context
  Paviour 2 Show data context -
  Road Labourer 7 Show data context -
  Railway Contractor 6 Show data context -
  Platelayer 19 Show data context -
  Railway Labourer, Navvy 9 Show data context -
  Earthenware, China, Porcelain, Manufacture 40 Show data context 28 Show data context
  Earthenware, China, Glass Dealer - 1 Show data context
  Waterworks Service 1 Show data context -
  [Iron Manufacture] 2,169 Show data context 90 Show data context
  [Steel Manufacture] 7 Show data context -
  Blacksmith 126 Show data context -
  Whitesmith 3 Show data context -
  Nail Manufacture 4 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Anchor, Chain Manufacture 5 Show data context -
  Ironmonger. Hardware Dealer, Merchant 12 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Other Iron and Steel Manufacture 14 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Tin, Tin Plate, Tin Goods - Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 130 Show data context 42 Show data context
  Zinc, Zinc Goods - Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 8 Show data context -
  Metal Refiner, Worker, Turner, Dealer 5 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Brass, Bronze Manufacture. Brazier 51 Show data context 3 Show data context
  White Metal, Plated Ware, Manufacture. Pewterer 1 Show data context -
  Wire Maker, Worker, Weaver, Drawer 6 Show data context -
  Bolt, Nut, Rivet, Screw, Staple Maker 17 Show data context 19 Show data context
  Lamp, Lantern, Candlestick Maker - 2 Show data context
  Others 5 Show data context -
22. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN GENERAL OR UNSPECIFIED COMMODITIES. 555 Show data context 79 Show data context
  General Shopkeeper, Dealer 11 Show data context 21 Show data context
  Pawnbroker 12 Show data context 14 Show data context
  Costermonger, Huckster, Street Seller 9 Show data context 8 Show data context
  Manufacturer, Manager, Superintendant (undefined) 3 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Contractor (undefined) 4 Show data context -
  General Labourer 262 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Engine Driver, Stoker, Fireman (not railway, marine or agricultural) 162 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Artizan, Mechanic (undefined) 44 Show data context 15 Show data context
  Factory Labourer (undefined) 48 Show data context 13 Show data context
  Machinist, Machine Worker (undefined) - 1 Show data context
23. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN REFUSE MATTERS. 3 Show data context -
  Town Drainage Service 1 Show data context -
  Chimney Sweep, Soot Merchant 1 Show data context -
  Rag Gatherer, Dealer 1 Show data context -
24. PERSONS WITHOUT SPECIFIED OCCUPATIONS. 53 Show data context 1,028 Show data context
  Persons returned by Property, Rank &c. and not special occupation 53 Show data context 1,028 Show data context
[UNKNOWN OCCUPATION] 67 Show data context 3,143 Show data context
  [Occupation recorded but of unknown meaning] 5 Show data context 19 Show data context
  [Blank field, or illegible] 62 Show data context 3,124 Show data context

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Notes:

The following notes to the table appeared in the original report.

1 This table is a very special case: The original Table 10 as published by Division in the 1881 census reports was limited to data for Registration Divisions, their component Registration Counties, and just those Urban Sanitary Districts with populations of over 50,000. Data presented here for counties and higher-level units are taken from the published reports, as usual, but we also include in A Vision of Britain through Time data for Registration Districts, sub-Districts and Civil Parishes which never appeared in the original reports. These were specially created for us by the History Data Service at the University of Essex and derive from the complete transcription of the individual-level Enumerators Book data coordinated by the Genealogical Society of Utah.
2 In creating these data, each occupation listed in the enumerators books has been assigned as far as possible to the relevant category used in the published reports, but some additional categories with labels in square brackets unavoidably appear. Unlike the published statistics for higher-level units, these specially-calculated data for districts and parishes include persons under 15 or over 65. For these and other reasons, no attempt has been made to ensure that county totals for the districts or parishes match the published county totals. The remaining notes are those that appeared below the original published table.
3 NOTE.--Persons returned as engaged in more than one occupation have been referred to the one that appeared to be of most importance; or if there was no difference in this respect, to the one first given by the person in his or her return. In some cases special rules have been followed: e.g. "Clergyman and Schoolmaster" in combination has always been referred to "Schoolmaster"; a Member of Parliament or Peer engaged in any branch of commerce or industry has always been referred to this latter, not to "Peer, M.P.".
4 The numbers returned under any heading include Labourers, Apprentices, and Assistants, as well as Masters, but not Clerks, Messengers, Errand boys, Porters, or Watchmen, for which occupations there are special headings. Civil, Military, and Naval Clerks, Law, Bank, Insurance, and Railway Clerks, and Government and Railway Porters, are, however, exceptions to this rule. Many young persons, being Apprentices or Assistants, have therefore been referred to occupations usually followed by adults. Women also, chiefly widows or orphans carrying on the business of their deceased husbands or fathers, will sometimes be found under occupations commonly followed by men only.
5 Persons returned as retired from any business have not been referred to that business. Inmates of workhouses have been referred to their trades, unless their age or infirmities showed that they were past work. But persons who might be supposed to be only temporarily separated from their usual employment, such as Prisoners, and Patients in General Hospitals, have been classed under their usual occupations.
6 In some cases, for convenience of space, the male designation, e.g. "Schoolmaster", alone is given, instead of "Schoolmaster, Schoolmistress".

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Acknowledgments:

We are grateful to the following contributors. If you make use of the data in your own work, please follow any instructions given here on acknowledgment and re-use.

(1) Kevin Schurer (Department of Geography, University of Cambridge). Role: editor. Restrictions on use: the data cannot be accessed, although the Vision of Britain system may present them graphically (any other use requires the contributor's permission.)

(2) Matthew Woollard (UK Data Service, University of Essex). Role: editor. Restrictions on use: the data cannot be accessed, although the Vision of Britain system may present them graphically (any other use requires the contributor's permission.)