Census 2011 takes place on 27th March 2011 and the nation as a whole is encouraged to fill in their questionnaire on the day. But why is it so important to do that?
The census is the main way that statistics are gathered and these statistics are crucial in helping to determine how future funding is distributed. For every person that does not fill in a questionnaire, it is estimated that that community could loose out on around £330 per year or £3,300 over the ten years the census lasts.
It was reported that in 2001, when the last census was held, around 26,000 people in Cornwall did not respond which has meant that the Duchy has lost out on a whopping £8.8 million per year.
And for all you fans of 'Who Do You Think You Are', the national census is also vital for documenting the social history of a nation for future generations.
The 2011 Census may well be a piece of history in its own right too as it could be the last one ever done as the Government is currently investigating other ways to obtain these vital statistics.
Questionnaires will go out by post to all householders during March 2011 ready for completion before, on or as soon as possible after census day on 27the March. It can also be done on-line for the first time ever from 4th March 2011.
If you don't receive one in the post, you will be able to call the census helpline and ask for one to be sent to you.
