Applicability: Person
Type: Derived variable
Overview
The method of travel to workplace variable has two classifications that can be used when analysing Census 2021 data.
When data are sorted, we group categories about the same topic together into a variable. A group of categories is called a “classification.” There can be more than one classification about the same topic and each one is different. You should choose the one that is the most suitable for your research and analysis.
Method of travel to workplace classification 12a
Mnemonic: transport_to_workplace_12a
Total number of categories: 12
| Code | Name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Work mainly at or from home |
| 2 | Underground, metro, light rail, tram |
| 3 | Train |
| 4 | Bus, minibus or coach |
| 5 | Taxi |
| 6 | Motorcycle, scooter or moped |
| 7 | Driving a car or van |
| 8 | Passenger in a car or van |
| 9 | Bicycle |
| 10 | On foot |
| 11 | Other method of travel to work |
| 12 | Not in employment or aged 15 years and under |
Method of travel to workplace classification 5a
Mnemonic: transport_to_workplace_5a
Total number of categories: 5
| Code | Name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Work mainly at or from home |
| 2 | Train, underground, metro, light rail, tram, bus, minibus or coach |
| 3 | Driving a car or van |
| 4 | All other methods of travel to work |
| 5 | Not in employment or aged 15 years and under |