In preparation for Census 2011, the CSO conducted a Census Pilot Survey on 19 April 2009. The Survey took place in 32 Enumeration Areas throughout Ireland. It covered approximately 10,000 households. The purpose of the Pilot was primarily to test new questions.
› Report of Census 2009 Pilot Survey
› Frequently Asked Questions about the 2009 Census Pilot Survey
Click here for information on the Pilot Test for 2006 Census
› Pilot test for the 2006 Census including the report