Geography-Social and economic impacts of UK rural village decline

What is Rural Growth and Decline in the Uk?

As the UK economy changes, so do its rural areas and populations. Many people are choosing to move from urban areas to quieter and less congested rural areas (counter-urbanisation).

UK rural village decline- What is Milfield?

Located in Northumberland, England

Rural village

Experiencing population decline+ageing population

Fewer services+jobs

Social impacts of rural village decline

Ageing population as young people move away for studies

School and services closed due to low demand.

Increased social isolation, especially for elder residents.

Reduced sense of community.

Economic impacts of rural village decline

Fewer local jobs

Closure of shops+post office

Less money spent locally

Village becomes less attractive to businesses

Why these impacts happen

Young people leave for education and employment

Mechanisation of farming reduces jobs

Poor public transport limits access to services

Leads to social and economic decline