The Office for National Statistics (ONS) carries out the census of the population of England and Wales every 10 years.

Every household in England and Wales must, by law, complete a census questionnaire.

By taking part, you can help inform decisions about services that shape your community, such as healthcare, education and transport.

This census is digital-first. You have until the beginning of May to complete it and if you need help, there’s a wide range of support services available. You can request support for yourself or someone else, including: 

• Guidance and help in many languages and formats 
• A paper version of the questionnaire 
• Accessible census guidance, for example, in braille

If you cannot find what you need on the census website, there’s a dedicated online help hub and contact centre to give help over the phone, in a web chat or on social media.