This dataset provides 2011 Census estimates that classify usual residents in England and Wales by country of birth, by religion and by sex. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

These statistics are used to allocate resources and to develop and monitor policy; to assess the needs of particular groups in the population, for example those migrating from outside the EU; to analyse trends in migration; to forecast future migration patterns; and for the planning and provision of facilities and services. This information is used to plan services and target resources, and allows public authorities to assess and tackle discrimination.

This dataset provides 2011 Census estimates that classify usual residents in England and Wales by ethnic group and by age of arrival in the UK . The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

This information helps public bodies meet statutory obligations relating to race equality. It is also used for resource allocation and to develop and monitor policy on improving the life-chances for disadvantaged groups, including many ethnic minority groups.

The statistics also provide a better understanding of communities and are used for the government-wide race equality and community cohesion strategy, which seeks to improve race equality outcomes in areas such as housing, education, health and criminal justice for all groups across society. These statistics are also used to allocate resources and to develop and monitor policy; to assess the needs of particular groups in the population, for example those migrating from outside the EU; to analyse trends in migration; to forecast future migration patterns; and for the planning and provision of facilities and services.

Proficiency in English,Age of arrival in UK
This dataset provides 2011 Census estimates that classify usual residents aged 3 and over in England and Wales by proficiency in English and by age of arrival in the UK. The estimates are as at census day, 27 March 2011.

This information helps central government, local authorities and the NHS to allocate resources and provide services for non-English speakers, for example English teaching and translation services. It is a better indicator than country of birth, which was previously used to forecast the additional cost of providing services to people whose first language is not English. These statistics are also used by public service providers to effectively target the delivery of their services, for example in the provision of translation and interpretation services, the availability of English language lessons, and the distribution of official information leaflets in alternative languages.  These statistics are also used to allocate resources and to develop and monitor policy; to assess the needs of particular groups in the population, for example those migrating from outside the EU; to analyse trends in migration; to forecast future migration patterns; and for the planning and provision of facilities and services.