eq2 regen Flashcards
what can economics and social inequalities cause peoples perception to be
These inequalities can shape whether an area is seen as desirable or undesirable, safe or dangerous, prosperous or deprived
economic inequalities and perception why and the result
-Areas with high employment, thriving businesses, and well-maintained infrastructure tend to be perceived positively, attracting investment and new residents.
-areas suffering from high unemployment, poor housing, and a lack of services may be viewed negatively, reinforcing cycles of deprivation.
social inequalities and perception why and the result
Areas with high crime rates, often linked to social deprivation, may be seen as dangerous, deterring visitors and investment.
unsuccessful places can have
low visitors and this leads to a spiral of deprivation- less jobs as less services/amenities
successful places can have
tourism, inward migration and low unemployment
how does socio-economic status influence lived experiences
-Wealthier individuals have better housing, services, and security → positive experience
-deprived communities face crime, poor infrastructure, and limited opportunities → negative experience
how does age influence lived experience
Young people → seek education, jobs, nightlife, digital engagement.
Elderly → need healthcare, accessibility, and social support
how does economic participation cause variations in engagement with places
Higher-income individuals invest in local businesses and property.
Lower-income groups may have less financial power, affecting local engagement.
how does urban v rural participation cause variations in engagement with places
Cities → more opportunities, events, activism, but also inequality.
Rural areas → stronger local identity but lower access to services and fewer job opportunities.
conflicts can occur among contesting groups in communities because of different views when there are strategies for regen in place
stakeholders
NIMBY- not in my backyard
characteristics of successful places
-low unemployment rates
-high inward migration
-high property prices
-cumulative causation (a positive multiplier effect)
characteristics of less successful places
-high levels of outward migration
-high unemployment rates
-low wage economy
-high deprivation
-spiral of deprivation
-falling property prices
perceived need of places
(media)
perceptions can influence where or not people feel that there is a need for regeneration. perceptions are often formed by the role of the media, including social media and word of mouth interactions
what is good governance from the national government
considering the level of inequality across the country and react to disparities between places/regions by developments of national policies and pass legislation (a plant to complete the above)
what was stratford like before 2012
-many derelict industrial sites
-wasn’t attractive for tourism
-poor quality housing
-high unemployment rates
what are some of the examples of regeneration that have occurred since 2012
-the queen elizabeth olympic park
giving it a vibrant space for leisure and recreation
-mostly the westfield shopping centre-> boosting the multiplier effect significantly
who are the key players in the stratford regeneration
-private developers
-london legacy development corporation
-local authorities
where do national elections have higher turnouts
because they want to keep there current position in a community
why is national and local election turnout important for data
it should levels of community engagement
definition of lived experience
the actual experience of living in a particular place or environment. such experiences can have a large impact on a persons perceptions and values.
definition of rebranding
the way or ways that a place is re-developed and marketed so that it gains a new identity->attracting new investors and visitors
what is re-imaging (an element of rebranding)
the remodelling of areas to counter negative perceptions and provide “post-industrial” functions eg retailing, leisure and tourism
examples of re-imaging and quick facts
street signs, trees and is usually cheap and quick so is short lived
types of regeneration examples
-improves buildings
-retail led regen
-marketing heritage
-themed events (glastonbury-> festival)
