Ever worked indicator
Definition
Indicates whether an individual has ever worked and whether they have worked in the last 12 months.
Classification
Total number of categories 4
| Code | Name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Yes, in the last 12 months |
| 2 | Yes, but not in the last 12 months |
| 3 | No, have never worked |
| -5 | No code required (aged less than 16) |
Source question or variables
Individual question 32:Have you ever done any paid work?
- Yes, in the last 12 months
- Yes, but not in the last 12 months
- No, have never worked
Definition
Indicates whether an individual has ever worked.
Classification
Total number of categories 3
| Code | Name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Yes |
| 2 | No |
| X | No code required - comprises All schoolchildren and full-time students living away from home during term time, all those aged under 16 and all those aged 16 and over who are in employment. |
Source question or variables
29: Have you ever worked?
- Yes, please write in the year you last worked
- No, have never worked
England & Wales (2011) and Scotland (2001) comparisons
The questions in 2011 England & Wales and 2001 Scotland questionnaires are identical to the 2011 question in Scotland and will therefore be comparable.
Definition
This variable records whether a person has ever worked.
Classification
Total number of categories 3
Not applicable category (X) comprises: All people aged 15 and under or aged 75 and over and all people who were working the week before the census.
| Code | Name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Has worked |
| 2 | Never worked |
| X | Not applicable |