Describe how Population Data is collected Flashcards
How often is the census carried out?
Every 10 years
What is the census?
It’s a legally required questionnaire
What type of questions does the census include?
It includes questions on people’s social, economic and cultural backgrounds
How does Civil Registration help collect population data between censuses?
It provides an up to date count of births and deaths between censuses
What is the Scottish Household Survey?
A continuous survey which is based on a random sample of the population
How costly is the SHS in comparison to a full census?
The SHS is cheaper than carrying out a full census
How do Visa Applications help collect population data?
They allow governments to collect data on migration
How do NHS records help collect population data?
They help the government collect health data
