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. 14 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Civil Service (officers and clerks) 2 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Civil Service (messengers, &c.) 3 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Police 8 Show data context -
  Municipal, Parish, Union, District, Officer 1 Show data context -
2. PERSONS ENGAGED IN THE DEFENCE OF THE COUNTRY. 2 Show data context -
  Army Officer (effective/retired) 1 Show data context -
  Navy Officer (effective/retired) 1 Show data context -
3. PERSONS ENGAGED IN PROFESSIONAL OCCUPATIONS (WITH THEIR IMMEDIATE SUBORDINATES). 89 Show data context 85 Show data context
  Clergymen (Established Church) 5 Show data context -
  Minister, Priest of other religious bodies 1 Show data context -
  Church, chapel, cemetery - officer, servant 2 Show data context -
  Barrister, Solicitor 13 Show data context -
  Law Clerk, and others connected with the law 13 Show data context -
  Physician, Surgeon, General Practitioner 7 Show data context -
  Dentist 3 Show data context -
  Medical Student, Assistant 2 Show data context -
  Subordinate Medical Service - 6 Show data context
  Schoolmaster 14 Show data context 49 Show data context
  Teacher, Professor, Lecturer 4 Show data context 27 Show data context
  School Service, and others connected with teaching - 1 Show data context
  Author, Editor, Journalist 2 Show data context -
  Persons engaged in Scientific Pursuits 1 Show data context -
  Civil Engineer 3 Show data context -
  Land, House, Ship, Surveyor 2 Show data context -
  Painter (artist) 3 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Architect 2 Show data context -
  Musician, Music Master 4 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Art Student 1 Show data context -
  Photographer 5 Show data context -
  Art, Music, Theatre Service 2 Show data context -
4. PERSONS ENGAGED IN DOMESTIC OFFICES OR SERVICES. 131 Show data context 835 Show data context
  Domestic Coachman, Groom 33 Show data context -
  Domestic Gardener 33 Show data context -
  Domestic Indoor Servant 50 Show data context 733 Show data context
  Lodge, Gate, Park Keeper (not Government) 4 Show data context -
  Inn, Hotel Servant 10 Show data context 18 Show data context
  Cook (not domestic) - 1 Show data context
  Charwoman - 17 Show data context
  Washing and Bathing Service 1 Show data context 66 Show data context
5. PERSONS ENGAGED IN COMMERCIAL OCCUPATIONS. 157 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Merchant 17 Show data context -
  Broker, Agent, Factor 13 Show data context -
  Auctioneer, Appraiser, Valuer, House Agent 8 Show data context -
  Accountant 11 Show data context -
  Commercial Traveller 17 Show data context -
  Commercial Clerk 79 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Bank Service 9 Show data context -
  Life, House, Ship &c., Insurance Service 3 Show data context -
6. PERSONS ENGAGED IN CONVEYANCE OF MEN, GOODS, AND MESSAGES. 83 Show data context -
  Railway Engine Driver, Stoker 1 Show data context -
  Railway Guard 1 Show data context -
  Pointsman, Level Crossing Man 1 Show data context -
  Other Railway Officials and Servants 33 Show data context -
  Toll Collector, Turnpike Gate Keeper 1 Show data context -
  Omnibus, Coach, Cab, Owner - Livery Stable Keeper 3 Show data context -
  Cabman, Flyman, Coachman (not domestic) 14 Show data context -
  Carman, Carrier, Carter, Haulier 16 Show data context -
  Inland Navigation Service 2 Show data context -
  Bargeman, Lighterman, Waterman 1 Show data context -
  Warehouseman (not Manchester) 2 Show data context -
  Messenger, Porter, Watchman (not Railway or Government) 7 Show data context -
  Telegraph, Telephone Service 1 Show data context -
7. PERSONS ENGAGED IN AGRICULTURE. 664 Show data context 24 Show data context
  Farmer, Grazier 77 Show data context 8 Show data context
  Farmer's, Grazier's - Son, Grandson, Brother, Nephew 26 Show data context -
  Farm Bailiff 9 Show data context -
  Agricultural Labourer, Farm Servant, Cottager 425 Show data context 15 Show data context
  Shepherd 7 Show data context -
  Land Drainage Service (not in towns) 3 Show data context -
  Agricultural Machine - Proprietor, Attendant 1 Show data context -
  Agricultural Student 1 Show data context -
  Woodman 1 Show data context -
  Nurseryman, Seedsman, Florist 1 Show data context -
  Gardener (not domestic) 113 Show data context 1 Show data context
8. PERSONS ENGAGED ABOUT ANIMALS. 27 Show data context -
  Groom, Horse-keeper, Horse-breaker 19 Show data context -
  Veterinary Surgeon, Farrier 2 Show data context -
  Cattle, Sheep, Pig - Dealer, Salesman 1 Show data context -
  Gamekeeper 5 Show data context -
9. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN BOOKS, PRINTS, AND MAPS. 6 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Publisher, Bookseller, Librarian 2 Show data context -
  Music-Publisher, Seller, Printer 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Printer 3 Show data context -
10. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN MACHINES AND IMPLEMENTS. 47 Show data context -
  Engine, Machine Maker 4 Show data context -
  Agricultural Machine and Implement Maker 7 Show data context -
  Tool Maker, Dealer 7 Show data context -
  Cutler, Scissors Maker 1 Show data context -
  File Maker 3 Show data context -
  Steel Pen Maker 1 Show data context -
  Watch Maker, Clock Maker 5 Show data context -
  Philosophical Instrument Maker 1 Show data context -
  Weighing and Measuring Apparatus Maker 3 Show data context -
  Gunsmith, Gun Manufacturer 14 Show data context -
  Die, Seal, Coin, Medal Maker 1 Show data context -
11. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN HOUSES, FURNITURE, AND DECORATIONS. 177 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Builder 9 Show data context -
  Carpenter, Joiner 59 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Bricklayer 57 Show data context -
  Mason 3 Show data context -
  Plasterer, Whitewasher 4 Show data context -
  Plumber 15 Show data context -
  Painter, Glazier 20 Show data context -
  Cabinet Maker 6 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Furniture Broker, Dealer - 1 Show data context
  Gas Fitter 2 Show data context -
  House and Shop Fittings - Maker, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Funeral Furniture Maker, Undertaker 1 Show data context -
12. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN CARRIAGES AND HARNESS. 33 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Coachmaker 1 Show data context -
  Wheelwright 21 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Saddler, Harness, Whip Maker 11 Show data context -
13. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN SHIPS AND BOATS. 1 Show data context -
  Ship, Boat, Barge Builder 1 Show data context -
14. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN CHEMICALS AND COMPOUNDS. 6 Show data context -
  Fusee, Fireworks, Explosive Article Manufacture 1 Show data context -
  Chemist, Druggist 5 Show data context -
16. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN FOOD AND LODGING. 118 Show data context 18 Show data context
  Innkeeper, Hotel Keeper, Publican 27 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Lodging, Boarding House Keeper 1 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Coffee, Eating House, Keeper - 3 Show data context
  Maltster 4 Show data context -
  Brewer 2 Show data context -
  Beerseller, Ale, Porter, Cider Dealer 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Cellarman 1 Show data context -
  Wine, Spirit - Merchant, Agent 10 Show data context -
  Milkseller, Dairyman 3 Show data context -
  Butcher, Meat Salesman 22 Show data context -
  Provision Curer, Dealer 4 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Fishmonger 3 Show data context -
  Corn, Flour, Seed Merchant, Dealer 5 Show data context -
  Corn Miller 2 Show data context -
  Baker 13 Show data context -
  Confectioner, Pastrycook 2 Show data context -
  Greengrocer, Fruiterer 1 Show data context -
  Grocer. Tea, Coffee, Chocolate Maker, Dealer 16 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Ginger Beer, Mineral Water Manufacturer, Dealer 1 Show data context -
17. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN TEXTILE FABRICS. 32 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Woolstapler 1 Show data context -
  Lace Manufacturer, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Weaver (undefined) - 1 Show data context
  Carpet, Rug Manufacture - 1 Show data context
  Draper, Linen Draper, Mercer 29 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Fancy Goods (Textile) Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 1 Show data context -
18. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN DRESS. 63 Show data context 111 Show data context
  Hatter, Hat Manufacture 1 Show data context -
  Tailor 8 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Milliner, Dressmaker, Staymaker 1 Show data context 98 Show data context
  Shirt Maker, Seamstress - 9 Show data context
  Hosier, Haberdasher 5 Show data context -
  Button Maker, Dealer 13 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Shoe, Boot - Maker, Dealer 31 Show data context -
  Wig Maker, Hair Dresser 4 Show data context -
19. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS ANIMAL SUBSTANCES. 5 Show data context -
  Tallow Chandler, Candle, Grease Manufacture 1 Show data context -
  Glue, Size, Gelatine, Isinglass - Maker, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Currier 2 Show data context -
  Quill, Feather - Dresser, Dealer 1 Show data context -
20. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS VEGETABLE SUBSTANCES. 22 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Japanner 1 Show data context -
  Willow, Cane, Rush Worker, Dealer, Basketmaker 2 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Thatcher 1 Show data context -
  Timber, Wood - Merchant, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Sawyer 6 Show data context -
  Cooper, Hoop Maker, Bender 1 Show data context -
  Paper Manufacture 1 Show data context -
  Stationer, Law Stationer 3 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Paper Box, Paper Bag Maker 4 Show data context -
  Others 2 Show data context -
21. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS MINERAL SUBSTANCES. 170 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Coal Miner 2 Show data context -
  Mine Service 1 Show data context -
  [Haulier] [not in Census Report but in codebook] 4 Show data context -
  Coal Merchant 14 Show data context -
  Coalheaver 1 Show data context -
  Gas Works Service 3 Show data context -
  Stone Quarrier 1 Show data context -
  Stone Cutter, Dresser, Dealer 2 Show data context -
  Brick, Tile - Maker, Burner, Dealer 8 Show data context -
  Road Contractor, Surveyor, Inspector 1 Show data context -
  Platelayer 12 Show data context -
  Railway Labourer, Navvy 2 Show data context -
  Earthenware, China, Glass Dealer 3 Show data context -
  Goldsmith, Silversmith, Jeweller 29 Show data context 1 Show data context
  [Iron Manufacture] 4 Show data context -
  [Steel Manufacture] 4 Show data context -
  Blacksmith 21 Show data context -
  Nail Manufacture 2 Show data context -
  Ironmonger. Hardware Dealer, Merchant 9 Show data context -
  [Coppersmith] 2 Show data context -
  Tin, Tin Plate, Tin Goods - Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Metal Refiner, Worker, Turner, Dealer 5 Show data context -
  Brass, Bronze Manufacture. Brazier 21 Show data context 1 Show data context
  White Metal, Plated Ware, Manufacture. Pewterer 8 Show data context -
  Wire Maker, Worker, Weaver, Drawer 5 Show data context -
  Lamp, Lantern, Candlestick Maker 4 Show data context -
  Fancy Chain, Gilt Toy Maker 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
22. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN GENERAL OR UNSPECIFIED COMMODITIES. 193 Show data context 19 Show data context
  General Shopkeeper, Dealer 4 Show data context 8 Show data context
  Pawnbroker 3 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Costermonger, Huckster, Street Seller 2 Show data context -
  Manufacturer, Manager, Superintendant (undefined) 13 Show data context -
  Contractor (undefined) 1 Show data context -
  General Labourer 126 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Engine Driver, Stoker, Fireman (not railway, marine or agricultural) 9 Show data context -
  Artizan, Mechanic (undefined) 20 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Apprentice (undefined) 10 Show data context -
  Machinist, Machine Worker (undefined) 5 Show data context 1 Show data context
23. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN REFUSE MATTERS. 1 Show data context -
  Chimney Sweep, Soot Merchant 1 Show data context -
24. PERSONS WITHOUT SPECIFIED OCCUPATIONS. 81 Show data context 521 Show data context
  Persons returned by Property, Rank &c. and not special occupation 81 Show data context 521 Show data context
[UNKNOWN OCCUPATION] 58 Show data context 1,078 Show data context
  [Occupation recorded but of unknown meaning] - 2 Show data context
  [Blank field, or illegible] 58 Show data context 1,076 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.)