The Census and Survey unit is primarily responsible for collecting statistical information relating to the socio-economic life and conditions of the people of Seychelles. The function of the unit is to ensure the timely execution of censuses and surveys to collect vital statistics required for evidence-based planning and decision-making.

These include data relating to Population and Household Survey, Consumer Price Index (CPI), Household Budget Survey (HBS) and Labour Force Survey (LFS). To accomplish its mission, the Bureau has a team of dedicated supervisors responsible for coordinating and overseeing the works of the enumerators under their supervision.