The 2001 Area Classification of output areas is used to group together geographic areas according to key characteristics common to the population in that grouping. These groupings are called clusters, and are derived using 2001 population census data. This is a new classification produced using the same principles but a different statistical methodology from that used to produce the other area classifications.
Maps View or download PDF files showing static maps.
Datasets are available to download if you prefer to work with the data.
Cluster summaries are available to download. These describe the main characteristics of each cluster, and present results in a radar chart.
Variable selection shows which variables were used to create the output area classification.
Methodology shows the methods and variables used to create the output area classification.
Technical report shows a supporting technical report generated by Leeds University in conjunction with the ONS.
The output area classification covers 175,434 output areas in England and Wales, 42,604 output areas in Scotland and 5,022 output areas in Northern Ireland.
A CD version of the information and data is available, please contact us for details.
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