The data for this variable are reported using the following classification(s) and/or list(s):
'Common law status' refers to whether the person aged 15 or over is living with a person of the opposite sex or of the same sex as a couple but is not legally married to that person. It includes situations where the members of such a couple are living apart temporarily because of illness, work or school.
'Person 15 years or over' refers to all individuals whose age is 15 years or over.