New statistics

The Church of England has released two sets of statistics today.

1. Church Statistics 2004/5
Official press release: Statistics show increased giving and ordinations

These statistics cover

Parochial affiliation and attendance 2004
Licensed ministers 2005 (figures at 31 December 2005)
Parochial finance 2004

and in many cases include comparative figures for earlier years.

Statistics for previous years are also available.

2. Bishops’ Office and Working Costs 2005
Official press release: Bishops’ office and working costs published

Bishops’ costs for earlier years are also available.