Eastbourne

Question 1

In 1991 what % of the population was unemployed?

Answer 1

4.3%

Question 2

Between 1968 and 1986 how much did the no of tourists fall by?

Answer 2

25%

Question 3

In 1951 what was the post-war decrease in population?

Answer 3

12,000+

Question 4

In 1940 which buildings were damaged during the war?

Answer 4

Victorian and Edwardian buildings.

Question 5

What year was the pier built?

Answer 5

1872

Question 6

When was the Cavendish Hotel built?

Answer 6

1872

Question 7

When was the railway line that connected Eastbourne to London built?

Answer 7

1849

Question 8

Why is Eastbourne in a sheltered position on the southeast coast?

Answer 8

There is a south westerly prevailing wind.

Question 9

What year was the music pavilion built?

Answer 9

1925

Question 10

In 1991 what % of properties became vacant?

Answer 10

23%

Question 11

How much did the no of visitors increase by between 1996 and 2011?

Answer 11

4 million to 4.9 million

Question 12

How much did tourists spend in Eastbourne in 2010?

Answer 12

Over £261 million

Question 13

How much did tourist income for businesses increase by from 2009 to 2010?

Answer 13

£10 million (2.4%)

Question 14

What percentage of all jobs were supported by tourists?

Answer 14

16%

Question 15

How many jobs rely on tourism?

Answer 15

4000

Question 16

How much did the no of retired residents increase by according to the 2001 census?

Answer 16

34%