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English census records

1891 census: Thrales of Wheathampstead1891 census: Thrales of WheathampsteadThe United Kingdom has taken a census of its population every ten years since 1801, with the exception of 1941 (during the Second World War)1.

The census is usually very accurate, with a fine of up to £1,000 for those who do not complete it. In 2001 the form in England and Wales was filled in by 94% of the population.

  1. 1. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Census_in_the_United_Kingdom