The census is a unique survey that happens every 10 years.
It produces a snapshot of all the people and households in England and Wales – the most detailed information we have about our society.
It has been carried out every 10 years since 1801, with the exception of 1941.
Census day was 21 March
Data from the 2021 Census is starting to be published by the Office of National Statistics (ONS) and is being released in stages.
You can visit the ONS website to find out more about the ONS Census 2021 outputs release plans.
You can also check the ONS website for latest releases and data.