Publication Title FREE Download Version Print Version * Trend in Marital Status of Hong Kong Population Marriage behaviour is a subject of interest to both demographers and the general public as it affects family formation, family composition and fertility. It is generally believed that persons born in earlier years got married earlier in their life while marriage postponement is more common among ... More Ad hoc publication     Release Date: 19 January 2012 Download Now - Babies Born in Hong Kong to Mainland Women According to law, babies born in Hong Kong to women of the mainland of China (Mainland) are entitled to the right of abode in Hong Kong, enjoying the same benefits as babies born to Hong Kong women. Many of the babies, after obtaining the birth certificates, would be taken back to the Mainland ... More Ad hoc publication     Release Date: 20 September 2011 Download Now - Characteristics of Hong Kong Older Persons Residing in the Mainland of China The Census and Statistics Department conducted a supplementary enquiry via the General Household Survey during February to March 2011 to collect information on Hong Kong older persons' experience of and aspiration for residing in the mainland of China. Older persons in the enquiry refer to ... More Ad hoc publication     Release Date: 20 September 2011 Download Now - The Profile of Hong Kong Population Analysed by District, 2010 This article provides an analysis on the size and selected characteristics of the population at mid-2010 at the District Council district level. It aims to give readers a better understanding on the profile of the population in different districts of Hong Kong. These statistics are primarily based ... More Ad hoc publication     Release Date: 20 June 2011 Download Now - Hong Kong Domestic Household Projections for 2010 to 2039 Following the release of the new set of population projections for 2010 to 2039 in July 2010, the Census and Statistics Department has compiled a new set of projections on the number of domestic households and average household size for 2010 to 2039 as well as the domestic household size ... More Ad hoc publication     Release Date: 20 January 2011 Download Now - The Mortality Trend in Hong Kong, 1981 to 2009 The number of deaths in Hong Kong showed an increasing trend because of population ageing. This article gives a brief account of the mortality trend in Hong Kong over the period from 1981 to 2009. Ad hoc publication     Release Date: 20 December 2010 Download Now - The Fertility Trend in Hong Kong, 1981 to 2009 Hong Kong’s fertility showed a declining trend over the past two decades. There has been a moderate re-bounce in fertility rate in the recent years. This article gives a brief account of the fertility trend in Hong Kong over the period from 1981 to 2009. Ad hoc publication     Release Date: 22 November 2010 Download Now - Hong Kong Population Projections 2010–2039 An updated set of population projections, using the mid-2009 population estimate as the base and covering the period from 2010 to 2039, has been prepared by the Census and Statistics Department. In compiling the projections, the Department has made use of up-to-date information on fertility, ... More Ad hoc publication     Release Date: 20 August 2010 Download Now - The Profile of Hong Kong Population Analysed by District, 2009 This article provides an analysis on the size and selected characteristics of the population at mid-2009 at the District Council district level. It aims to give readers a better understanding on the profile of the population in different districts of Hong Kong. These statistics are primarily based ... More Ad hoc publication     Release Date: 21 June 2010 Download Now - The Profile of Hong Kong Population Analysed by District, 2008 This article provides an analysis on the size and selected characteristics of the population at mid-2008 at the District Council district level. It aims to give readers a better understanding on the profile of the population in different districts of Hong Kong. These statistics are primarily based ... More Ad hoc publication     Release Date: 22 June 2009 Download Now - The Profile of Hong Kong Population Analysed by District, 2007 This article provides an analysis on the size and selected characteristics of the population at mid-2007 at the District Council district level. It aims to give readers a better understanding on the profile of the population in different districts of Hong Kong. These statistics are primarily based ... More Ad hoc publication     Release Date: 20 June 2008 Download Now - A Profile of Older Persons, 2006 The 2006 Population By-census was conducted by C&SD during the 18-day period from 15 July to 1 August 2006. Results from the 06BC have been made available in a series of publications from February 2007 to February 2008. It provides a wealth of data on the socio-economic characteristics of the ... More Ad hoc publication     Release Date: 20 March 2008 Download Now - A Profile of Youths, 2006 The 2006 Population By-census was conducted by C&SD during the 18-day period from 15 July to 1 August 2006. Results of the 2006 Population By-census have been released in stages starting from February 2007. It provides a wealth of data on the socio-economic characteristics of the population in ... More Ad hoc publication     Release Date: 21 February 2008 Download Now - Hong Kong Domestic Household Projections for 2007 to 2036 Following the release of the new set of population projections for 2007 to 2036 in July 2007, the Census and Statistics Department has compiled a new set of projections on the number of domestic households and average household size for 2007 to 2036 as well as the domestic household size ... More Ad hoc publication     Release Date: 21 January 2008 Download Now - Trends of Infant Mortality in Hong Kong, 1946 to 2006 This article describes the trends of infant mortality in Hong Kong from 1946 to 2006. Sex differences in infant mortality and major causes of infant deaths are also analysed. In Hong Kong, there was a significant decline in infant mortality rate (IMR), from 89.1 per 1 000 registered live ... More Ad hoc publication     Release Date: 21 January 2008 Download Now - The Mortality Trend in Hong Kong, 1981 to 2006 With the availability of the results of the 2006 Population By-census, the population estimates since 2001, together with other statistics which in the process of their compilation involve the use of population estimates, have been updated. This article presents the revised mortality data series ... More Ad hoc publication     Release Date: 20 December 2007 Download Now - Marriage and Divorce Trends in Hong Kong, 1981 to 2006 Nowadays, it is increasingly common for men and women to stay longer in education and start work when they grow older, thus forming families at older ages. The median age at first marriage for men increased from 27 in 1981 to 31 in 2006 and for women, from 24 to 28 over the same period. The number ... More Ad hoc publication     Release Date: 20 November 2007 Download Now - The Characteristics of Women and Men, 2006 2006 Population By-census provides a wealth of data on the socio-economic characteristics of the population in Hong Kong, thus allowing studies to be undertaken on various facets of the community. This feature article utilizes the results of the 2006 Population By-census and also statistics from ... More Ad hoc publication     Release Date: 20 September 2007 Download Now - The Fertility Trend in Hong Kong, 1981 to 2006 Hong Kong's fertility experienced a marked and continuous decline in the past two decades. There has been a moderate increase in fertility rate in recent years. This article gives a brief account of the fertility trend in Hong Kong over the period from 1981 to 2006. Ad hoc publication     Release Date: 20 September 2007 Download Now - Hong Kong Population Projections 2007-2036 With the availability of the results of the 2006 Population By-census, the Census and Statistics Department has prepared an updated set of population projections, using the mid-2006 population estimate as the population base and covering the period from 2007 to 2036. In compiling the projections, ... More Ad hoc publication     Release Date: 20 August 2007 Download Now - Key Findings of the 2006 Population By-census A population by-census was conducted in Hong Kong in July to August 2006. This article presents some key findings of the 2006 Population By-census, to broadly highlight the salient features of the population in the whole territory, and also some selected ... More Ad hoc publication     Release Date: 20 April 2007 Download Now - Enhanced Method for Compiling Statistics on Hong Kong Residents Having Resided / Having Stayed Substantially in the Mainland The residency and mobility patterns of Hong Kong residents have been changing considerably with increasingly close tie between Hong Kong and the Mainland. Many Hong Kong Permanent Residents have moved their residence to the Mainland, either permanently or for extended period of time. In the light ... More Ad hoc publication     Release Date: 20 March 2007 Download Now - The Profile of Hong Kong Population Analysed by District Council District, 2005 This article analyses the demographic and socio-economic characteristics of the population at mid-2005 at the District Council district level. These statistics are primarily based on data collected in the General Household Survey during May to August 2005, covering the ... More Ad hoc publication     Release Date: 22 May 2006 Download Now - Gender Imbalance in Hong Kong From time to time, there have been analyses and reports about gender imbalance in Hong Kong, particularly in the context of marriage trends. Obviously, this is a subject of common concern. This feature article analyses the gender imbalance situation in Hong ... More Ad hoc publication     Release Date: 24 April 2006 Download Now - Hong Kong Residents Working in the Mainland of China, 1995-2005 This article mainly compares the major findings of the enquiry on "Hong Kong residents working in the mainland of China" conducted in 1995 and 2005. The enquiry is to throw light on the detailed characteristics of such persons and their employment situation in present ... More Ad hoc publication     Release Date: 20 January 2006 Download Now - Analysis of the Change in the Total Fertility Rate The total fertility rate (TFR) in Hong Kong has decreased significantly in the past 30 years and there have been many explanations for the decline. The delays in marriage and childbearing, which lead to increase in spinsterhood and curtailment of giving births, are ... More Ad hoc publication     Release Date: 20 September 2005 Download Now - The Profile of Hong Kong Population Analysed by District Council District, 2004 This article analyses the demographic and socio-economic characteristics of the population at mid-2004 at the District Council district level. These statistics are primarily based on data collected in the General Household Survey during May to August 2004, covering the ... More Ad hoc publication     Release Date: 20 May 2005 Download Now - The Fertility Trend in Hong Kong, 1975-2004 This article gives a brief account of the fertility trend in Hong Kong over the period from 1975 to 2004. In view of the recent change in the situation of women giving births in Hong Kong, the data coverage used in compiling fertility statistics has been enhanced. ... More Ad hoc publication     Release Date: 21 April 2005 Download Now - Hong Kong Domestic Household Projections up to 2033 Following the release of the updated population projections up to 2033 in June 2004, the Census and Statistics Department has compiled a new set of projections up to 2033 on the number of domestic households, average household size and domestic household size distribution. This article gives ... More Ad hoc publication     Release Date: 20 October 2004 Download Now - Hong Kong population projections 2004-2033 The Census and Statistics Department has prepared a new set of population projections, covering the period 2004–2033. In compiling the projections, use has been made of up-to-date information on fertility, mortality and movement patterns of the population which have emerged since the last set of ... More Ad hoc publication     Release Date: 21 July 2004 Download Now - The Profile of Hong Kong Population Analysed by District Council District, 2003 The Census and Statistics Department annually compiles statistics on the demographic and socio-economic characteristics of the population at the District Council district level based on data collected from the General Household Survey. This article provides an analysis on the profile of the ... More Ad hoc publication     Release Date: 21 June 2004 Download Now - Population behind Bars As part of the criminal justice system, the Correctional Services Department (CSD) of Hong Kong detains and manages offenders committed to its custody by the courts. Various types of correctional institutions are established for the secure custody and rehabilitation of offenders. They ... More Ad hoc publication     Release Date: 20 February 2004 Download Now - A profile of single parents, 2001 The 2001 Population Census was conducted in March 2001. Population Census is the primary source of data for small geographical areas and population sub-groups. It provides a wealth of data on the socio-economic characteristics of the population in Hong Kong, thus allowing studies to ... More Ad hoc publication     Release Date: 21 January 2004 Download Now - Statistics on Domestic Household Projections up to 2031 The Census and Statistics Department has compiled a set of projections up to 2031 on the number of domestic households, average household size and domestic household size distribution. This article gives a brief account of the projection method and presents the projection results. Ad hoc publication     Release Date: 23 December 2003 Download Now - Marriage and Divorce Trends in Hong Kong, 1981-2002 Nowadays, it is increasingly common for men and women to stay longer in education and start work when they grow older, thus forming families at relatively older ages. The median age at first marriage for men increased from 27.0 years in 1981 to 30.5 years in 2002 and for women, from 23.9 years to ... More Ad hoc publication     Release Date: 21 August 2003 Download Now - A Profile of Hong Kong Population Analysed by District Council District, 2002 The Census and Statistics Department annually compiles statistics on the demographic and socio-economic characteristics of the population at the District Council district level based on data collected from the General Household Survey. This article provides an analysis on the profile of the ... More Ad hoc publication     Release Date: 23 June 2003 Download Now -