2001 Census Dictionary (cat. no. 2901.0)

Details of the classifications used in the 2001 Census, along with definitions of Census concepts and themes. The dictionary is a comprehensive reference guide that will help you determine and specify your data requirements.

2001 Census Fact Sheets (cat. no. 2970.0)

A summary of conceptual and data issues, and changes that have occurred since the last Census. Fact sheets are designed to assist in the use and interpretation of Census data.

2001 Census Papers

These have been produced to assess and report on the various aspects of Census data quality.

Directory of Census Statistics (cat. no. 2910.0)

A reference to a range of products and services developed from the information collected during the 2001 Census.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to some of the more commonly asked questions on the Census, including what is the Census and what are the benefits of having a Census.

How Australia Takes a Census, 2001 (cat. no. 2903.0)

Information about how the 2001 Census was planned, conducted and processed.

Census Products and Services

Detailed information and product briefs on the 2001 Census products and services.

Making the Most of Your Census

An information guide outlining the Community Profile Series and Classification Counts and assisting users in understanding these and other 2001 Census products and services.

2001 Census Information Papers

Provide background information on different aspects of the way the 2001 Census was conducted and which will also assist in the interpretation of 2001 Census data. The papers provide an explanation of conceptual and data issues, and present procedures used by the ABS in conducting the Census.

2001 Census Household Form

A copy of the 2001 Census Household Form in PDF format.

Census Update (cat. no. 2902.0)

A regular newsletter providing informative commentary and articles on the Census.

Release timetable

A useful reference outlining the release dates for the various 2001 Census products.

Media

Media information about the 2001 Census.

Census Guide

A CD-ROM containing a range of useful 2001 Census reference material including the Census Dictionary and historical information, product information and demonstrations.