urban sprawl

what is urban sprawl?

The spread of urban areas into the surrounding countryside

what are some negative impacts of urban sprawl?

(social, economic and environmental)

- loss of farmland, which leads to less fresh local foods and therefore increases food miles.

-it requires more roads and infrastructure which is not economically efficient in a rural area.

- due to the use of impermeable surfaces, there is a greater water run off and flood risk.