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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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

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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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

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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
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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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
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Hong Kong population projections 2004-2033

The Census and Statistics Department has prepared a new set of population projections, covering the period 2004¡V2033. 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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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