How can I view the 1901 Census for free?

Free access to the 1901 Census You can also access the Genes Reunited 1901 census records for free on site at The National Archives in Kew. Many libraries also have Ancestry and/or findmypast available for free from within the library.

Can I view the 1911 census for free?

You can also access the 1911 census, including viewing the transcripts and schedules, for free at the National Archives in Kew. There is more information here in a leaflet published on Census Returns on the National Archives website.

What is the latest US census available to public?

Because of a 72-year restriction on access to the Census, the most recent year available is 1950. The 1950 Census was released on April 1, 2022. The National Archives has the census schedules available from 1790 to 1950, and most have now been digitized by our digitization partners.

Where can I view the 1900 Census?

Search the 1900 Census Online

• Ancestry.com (free from NARA computers)
• Ancestry.com ($ – by subscription)
• FamilySearch.org (free with account creation)
• Fold3.com (free from NARA computers)

Is FamilySearch free?

Yes, FamilySearch really is free. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints provides FamilySearch free of charge to everyone, regardless of tradition, culture, or religious affiliation.

How can I trace my family tree for free?

1. FamilySearch. FamilySearch is the world’s largest free genealogy website with a global index of millions of births, marriages and deaths, plus millions of UK parish records and indexes to workhouse records, land tax assessments, school registers, court books, manorial records and more.

When was the 1901 census taken?

The 1901 Census was taken on the night of Sunday 31st March 1901. Basic facts about the 1901 census Taken on the night of Sunday/Monday 31st March/1st April 1901. Details recorded for each person were:

What was the 1851 census and why was it introduced?

In 1851, householders were asked to give more precise details of the places of birth of each resident, to state their relationship to him or her, marital status and the nature of any disabilities from which they may have suffered.

What happened to the original census schedules?

Although the original census schedules were destroyed many years ago, the books were kept and eventually moved to the PRO archive. The books were then filmed in 1970 to prevent the increasing usage from destroying these fragile records.

How do I access census records online?

You can access census records in a variety of ways: View digitized census records online through one of our partners, linked from our Census Resources page. View our complete list of Records Digitized by Our Digitization Partners