Changing Places - Case Studies Flashcards
Name an example of a place with two representations
Belfast
Explain the positive representations of Belfast
- Regions economic powerhouse
- Seen substantial economic and commercial growth since the ‘Good Friday’ agreement
- Large scale redevelopment schemes; establishes ‘quarters’ which represent the areas culture and heritage
- Tourism brings £450 million annually, suggesting Belfast had successfully changed its international image
Explain the negative representations of Belfast
- Strong history of religious disputes and segregation
- ‘Peace wall’ built to separate the Catholics and Protestants
Name a place which saw a successful rebranding scheme
Amsterdam
‘I am Amsterdam’
Name some factors which threatened Amsterdam’s reputation
- Greater competition from other cities
- Social and economic decline
- Failed bid to host the olympic games
- Reputation for drugs and prostitution
How physical geography shapes a place
- Granite flats in Aberdeen
- Cottages in Dorset
What percentage of Shirley is white?
88%
Example of a community fighting against social injustice:
New Era Estate, Hackney
What was the New Era campaign for?
Protesting against TNCs building high-cost housing estates and rather building social housing for the less wealthy
Example of a community fighting against TNCs:
Totnes, Costa Coffee
Example of a community fighting against TNCs:
Totnes, Costa Coffee
Describe the location/locale of Shirley:
Suburb in Solihull, known as a residential and shopping neighbourhood.
Many shops and independent retails along the Stratford Road.
Describe the population of Shirley:
36,000 population with a growth of 1.2%
Average age of 41
Proportionally more residents aged 65 and over (19.3% higher than national average)
Describe the location/locale of Detroit:
(Alter Road)
The ‘Big Three’ auto manufacturers located in Detroit; Ford, GM and Chrysler
More than a quarter of the city’s residential space is empty
Describe the population of Detroit:
Most populous city in Michigan
Describe Shirley’s history:
Originally a small village
Between 1725 and 1872 the Stratford Road was used as a turnpike road
Developed rapidly through the 20s and 30s
Population drastically rose post-war from 7,000 in the 30s to 35,000 in the 70s
Describe Detroits history:
1950 - 1 in every 6 people was employed in the automotive industry (mainly black Americans)
1967- Twelfth Street Riot, one of the biggest US riots for black rights
1973 - Oil crisis, helped introduce smaller more fuel efficient cars
2003 - files for bankruptcy
Describe the demographic of Shirley:
88.5% white
11.5% BAME
81% own their own house (higher than national average)
24% residents have a degree or equivalent
Describe the demographic of Detroit:
Remains one of the most racially segregated cities in the US
In 1940, 90% was white, in 2017 10% was white (movement due to ‘white flight’)
54% rent their homes
As the middle class moved out, the level of educated and skilled people dropped. Only 18% have a college degree (lower than national average)
Describe levels of deprivation in Shirley:
1% unemployed
24% work in professional, scientific and technical jobs
Describe levels of deprivation in Detroit:
14.5% unemployed
36% of the population below the poverty line
40% of streetlights don’t work
Detroits technology quarter is growing faster than silicone valley
Describe house prices in Shirley:
£320,000 average
Describe house prices in Detroit:
£16,500 average
Some houses only worth £500
Describe crime rates in Shirley:
47% residents say they feel safe after dark
Most common crime is ASB
