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Variable

UK Data Service variable record for:

OPCS Omnibus Survey, November 1994

Variable Details

Variablem96.5m3
LabelReasons why no phone
Responses
1 Can't afford initial layout 0
2 Can't afford extra bill 0
3 Worried about another bill 12
4 Worried about large bills 6
5 Previous phone disconnected 5
6 Previous bills too high 1
7 Not worth it - in rented accom. 1
8 Just moved /new hhld 0
9 Family /friends nearby 1
10 No-one to phone /don't need one 2
11 Don't want calls 1
12 Have access at work /neighbours 2
13 Disability 1
14 Level of installation charge 1
15 The need to pay a deposit 2
16 Level of charge /rental 0
17 Cost of calls 2
18 Other reason 1
Sysmiss 1964
DisclaimerPlease note that these frequencies are not weighted.
LocationOPCS Omnibus Survey, November 1994
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