Census 2001: Output Classifications

Part 4 - Data Classifications

Means of travel to work

MTWPEWNI

   England/Wales                                          Northern Ireland

This variable records how persons usually travel to work. The question asks the person to tick one box only which describes the longest part, by distance, of their usual journey. A slightly different question is asked in Northern Ireland, however a common classification can be produced.

Applicability: All people aged 16 to 74 years, who were working last week, England, Wales, Northern Ireland

01 Work mainly at or from home
02 Underground, metro, light rail, tram (England and Wales only),
03 Train
04 Bus, minibus or coach
05 Motor cycle, scooter or moped
06 Driving a car or van
07 Passenger in a car or van
08 Taxi or minicab
09 Bicycle
10 On foot
11 Other
13 Car or van pool, sharing driving (Northern Ireland only)
XX Not applicable

Total number of categories: 13

Not applicable (XX) comprises:

- people aged 15 and under, or aged 75 and over;
- people not currently working