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View Singapore's national statistical standards and classifications.
The Singapore Department of Statistics is responsible for developing and promoting the observance of national statistical standards, which conform to the basic principles and guidelines provided in international standards. The adoption and use of common standard in the collection, compilation and dissemination of statistics facilitates data sharing and ensures consistency and comparability of data.
National standard for classifying economic activities undertaken by economic units.
National standard for classifying occupations.
National standard for classifying educational programmes and qualifications.
National standard for classifying individual consumption expenditures.
Best practices on statistical processes.
Classification of goods for collection of trade statistics.
Classification of dwelling types for use in collection of data.
Standard for on the age distribution of a population.
Classification on conjugal statuses recognised under marriage laws in Singapore.
Classification of households occupying a housing unit.
Frequently Asked Questions on Standards and Classifications.