FIELDWORK: Leeds Regeneration Flashcards
State the aim of this investigation
To evaluate the success of regeneration strategies in Leeds City Centre
State the hypothesis of this investigation
The regeneration of Leeds City Centre has been successful
State the research questions of this investigation
- What strategies have been used to regenerate Leeds?
- Have the strategies improved public perception of LCC?
- Have the strategies improved the environmental quality of LCC?
What locations were visited in this investigation?
Trinity Leeds
Victoria Gate
Merrion Centre
St John’s Centre
Why were the chosen locations are appropriate?
- Range of differences between centres -> old / recent, investment / left.
- Show the contrast between similar strategies -> all shopping centres.
What data collection methods were used for this investigation?
Questionnaire / interview. Photos. Building use survey. Environmental quality survey Pedestrian count. Secondary research.
Rank the locations in order of best environmental quality to worst
Victoria gate
Trinity
Merrion
St John’s
How many environmental factors were assessed in the environmental quality survey?
11
Name the environmental factors that were assessed in the environmental quality survey
Density of buildings. Attractive buildings / not. Evidence of maintenance / improvements to buildings. Vandalism / graffiti. Visible greenery. Amount of litter. Maintenance of walkways. Attractive window displays / not. Positive / negative atmosphere. Threatening / safe environment. Open useable space / not.
How was each environmental factor in the environmental quality survey ranked?
Ranked from -3 (worst) to +3 (best).
Based on personal opinion.