Area of population growth and decline

Wychavon causes of population growth

1. Close to Birmingham

2. Good transport links - M5 motorway

3. High quality of life - low crime, good schools

4. Attractive natural landscape - near Cotswolds

5. demand for rural housing near cities

6. people are drawn to live in a quieter and safer area, while working in cities nearby

Positive social impacts of population growth in Wychavon

• Schools and local services stay open - more demand

• More community investment in facilities

What are negative social impacts of growth in Wychavon?

• Ghost town in the day

• Traffic congestion and air pollution

Positive economic impacts of population growth in Wychavon

• Multiplier effect

• New stations like Worcestershire Parkway boost local economy

Negative economic impact of population growth in Wychavon

• Rising house prices - locals priced out

Cause of population DECLINE in Straffordshire Moorlands?

• Poor transport, no motorways or railway lines

• Remote rural area so limited access to jobs

• Young people leave as no career or uni nearby

• Ageing population (av age 49.7)

• Young people leave, old people remain =cycle of decline

NEgative social impacts of population decline in Staffordshire Moorlands

• Closure of schools, shops, GP clinics fue to low demand

• Youth outmigration - fewer families

Positive impacts of population decline

• Retirees start community groups (bridge clubs)

• peaceful, low crime - benefits older residents

economic impacts of population decline in staffordshire moorlands

• Low job density and low wages

• Brain drain - skilled youth leave

• Lack of investment

• Some tourism