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2006 Census: New Product Briefs
 

2006 Census: New Product Briefs

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QuickStats

QuickStats is a summary of key Census data relating to persons, families and dwellings and also contains a small textual description of the statistics contained within the tables. QuickStats is not inclusive of all Census topics, instead providing a selection of general topics and data about a chosen area.

QuickStats Product Brief
QuickStats Templates
QuickStats at a Glance


Census Tables


The Census Tables product is designed for clients who are interested in either data on a particular geographic area, or data on a specific topic. Each of the available tables contain key Census characteristics of persons, families and dwellings, covering most topics on the Census form.

Census Tables Product Brief
Census Tables Templates
Census Tables at a Glance


Community Profiles


The Community Profile Series contains six separate profiles aimed at providing key Census characteristics relating to persons, families and dwellings and covering most topics on the Census form. The profiles are excellent tools for researching, planning and analysing small and large geographic areas. They enable comparisons to be made between different geographic areas.

Community Profiles Product Brief
Community Profiles Templates
Community Profile Series at a Glance


MapStats
(Previously QuickMaps)

The MapStats product is designed to provide users with quick and easy access to thematically mapped Census statistics. The maps will be available for larger geographies and will depict selected population, ethnicity, education, family, income, labour force and dwelling characteristics.

MapStats Product Brief
MapStats Templates
MapStats at a Glance


CDATA Online


CDATA Online combines comprehensive information on Australian society from the 2006 Census, with powerful web mapping application software. CDATA Online provides instant access to valuable data topics such as - age, education, housing, income, transport, religion, ethnicity, occupation and more, from a single Collection District to an entire State/Territory or all of Australia.
CDATA Product Brief


Table Builder


Table Builder is a SuperWeb product which allows users to construct their own tables via an interactive web interface, using a database containing the 2006 Census Unit Record File. Person, family and dwelling classifications will be available for users to select. The categories available for each classification are yet to be determined. Table Builder will be a 'fee for service' product.
Table Builder Product Brief


Census Dictionary


The 2006 Census Dictionary is a comprehensive reference guide to the 2006 Census of Population and Housing. It contains information about the 2006 Census classifications, which are the standard output variables for which data can be produced. The Dictionary also describes the new topics introduced in the 2006 Census and summarises classification changes that have occurred since the 2001 Census.
Census Dictionary Product Brief


2006 Census Datapacks


The Census Datapacks is a CD-ROM product containing 2006 Census of Population and Housing Profile data, down to Collection District (CD) level, and digital boundaries in generic formats. It is available for purchase for all of Australia, however if desired it can also be provided, upon request, at a state level.

Datapacks Product Brief
Census DataPacks at a Glance


Census Fact Sheets


Census Fact Sheets are a quick reference product, one to two pages long, designed to assist in the use and interpretation of Census data. They provide a summary of conceptual and data issues, and any changes that have occurred since the last Census.

Fact Sheets Product Brief
2006 Census Fact Sheets
2006 Census Non-response Rates Fact Sheets

Picture of the Nation : The Statistician's 2006 Report


The Statistician's Report is a national compendium publication containing key Census information relating to persons, families and households. The publication contains tables and graphs with analytical commentary about the statistics presented. The report also includes thematic mapping of data, where appropriate.
Statistician's Report Product Brief


Social Atlas Series


The Social Atlas Series has been expanded to include key social, demographic and economic information on selected regional centres of each state or territory as well as each capital city in Australia.

Social Atlas Product Brief
Access Social Atlases

Census Sample File


The 2006 Census Sample File (CSF) is a comprehensive Confidentialised Unit Record File (CURF) of Census variables, containing a small random sample of private households and associated persons, and a small random sample of persons in non-private dwellings
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Census Sample File Product Brief
Access Census Sample File


Socio-Economic Indexes for Areas (SEIFA 2006)


This is a product developed especially for those interested in the assessment of the welfare of Australian communities. The ABS has developed indexes to allow ranking of regions/areas, providing a method of determining the level of social and economic well-being in that region.

Socio-Economic Indexes for Areas (SEIFA 2006) Product Brief
Access SEIFA 2006

Census Guide


The Census Guide is a CD-ROM product, containing a range of useful 2006 Census reference material including the Census Dictionary and historical information; product information and demonstrations; and Census on line. Information on the contents of the Basic Community, Indigenous and Time Series Profiles and Census Snapshots and QuickStats is provided.
Census Guide Product Brief


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