The Indices of Deprivation

The Indices of Deprivation (ID) are a key source of information published by the Department of Communities and Local Goverment (DCLG).  The Indices, produced in 2004, 2007 and 2010, are used to measure levels of deprivation using a range of indicators including economic, social and housing issues. The ID are combined to produce an overall Index of Multiple Deprivation score for areas in England. The areas are then ranked relative to one another according to their level of deprivation. 

Using the data provided by DCLG, the Information and Intelligence Unit have produced various briefings and presentations together with a series of datasets, for the Indices of Deprivation 2004, 2007 and 2010.

The data is available at the following geographical levels: National, District, Ward and Lower Super Output Area level (you can find out more about these geographical levels in the Geography section). Please note that the ward-level summary data are produced by Cumbria County Council (not CLG).

To view the data and briefings about the Indices of Deprivation please follow the links below: