Accessing 2022 Scottish Census Data with National Records Scotland (NRS)

Join us for a practical workshop led by the National Records of Scotland, exploring how to access and interrogate 2022 Scottish Census data, as well as other NRS datasets.

Scotland’s Census is the official count of every person and household in the country. There has been a census in Scotland every 10 years since 1801, except 1941. The 2021 census in Scotland was moved to 2022 due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The answers people give to census questions help build up a picture of the population, and present a unique opportunity to explore trends within the whole population.

This session will provide hints and tips to make the most from the Census Table-builder, as well as introducing a range of other tools and datasets available through NRS with clear guidance on how they can be applied in practice. Using sector‑specific examples, the workshop will focus on the particular needs of VHS members, helping attendees build confidence in finding, interpreting, and using data to support their work.