Leeds Case Study Flashcards
Importance of Leeds in the UK
Education - 4 unis
Finance - largest legal and financial centre in the UK after London - 30 banks in the UK
Tourism - 1.5 million annually who stay overnight
Importance of Leeds in the wider world
Major TNC base - Asda and HSBC
International Sports - Headingley cricket stadium holds international test matches
Transport - 9th busiest airport (Leeds Bradford) in the UK
How does national migration affect Leeds?
Due to 4 large education centres there is lots of national migration of people aged 18-25
One of the largest student populations in Britain
Due to an increase in national migration new housing estates have to be built - this leads to urban sprawl and a loss of character
Also pressure on services such as public transport as a result of overpopulation
How does international migration affect Leeds?
Commonwealth Migration
Commonwealth Migration:
In 1970 many people from the ‘New common wealth countries’ - Pakistan, India, West Indies - in search of employment and a better quality of life
Migrants have enriched culture with the introduction of cultural events eg. Leeds West Indian Carnival and new food
How does International migration affect Leeds
European
High numbers of EU Countries particularly Poland and Romania
Contribute to cultural life, music, art and food
How has urban change created opportunity due to cultural mix?
Wider experiences such as the West Indian Carnival
Home to 170 different ethnic groups with 104 different languages spoken
How has urban change created opportunity in recreation and entertainment?
4 universities attract a large student population - this leads to a vibrant nightlife scene
Leeds Arena attracts world famous artists
Sport Elland Road is home to famous football team Leeds Utd - Headingley stadium hosts international fixtures
How has urban change created employment opportunities in Leeds?
Finance after London, Leeds is the largest finance centre - over 30 banks can be found in the city
Manufacturing - UK’s third largest manufacturing centre
How does Leeds’ transport system benefit and disadvantage people?
Integrated transport system - makes journeys smoother and faster - therefore making public transport more appealing
Large investment into the railway station - 3rd largest outside London
However, Bus and train station are 1km (13mins) walk apart - may be argued that there is too much reliance on walking
What is urban greening?
Increasing and preserving open space such as public parks and gardens in urban areas
Environmental opportunity in Leeds
Urban Greening - Plans to build a 3.5 hectare park on brown field land as part of the new South Bank regeneration project
What is Social Deprivation
Where an individual person or area is deprived of services, decent housing, adequate income and local employment
State the two Social and Economic challenges in Leeds
Social Deprivation
Inequalities in - Education, housing/ pricing, employment and healthcare, life expectancy
Life expectancy in Hunslet+inner city is 11 years younger than Horsforth
How and where is social deprivation in Leeds
Issue of living in areas of social deprivation
Inner city areas - Harehills, Richmond Hill and Armley are all in the top 10% of most deprived areas in the UK
Outer suburbs suffer low areas of social deprivation eg, Adel and Alwoodley
Those who live in areas of social deprivation often get stuck in the cycle of poverty with a lack of opportunity to escape
State the 4 environmental challenges in Leeds
Building on Brownfield and Greenfield sites
Dereliction - south bank was derelict site
Waste Disposal - 40% of waste is recycled
Urban Sprawl
Advantages and Disadvantages of building on Brownfield
Advantages
More sustainable:
Site is already in existence - infrastructure in place
Prevents urban sprawl
Easy to gain council permission
Utility’s already in place
Disadvantages
Expensive to clear as possible contamination
Urban areas may lead to congestion problems
Advantages and Disadvantages of building on Greenfield
Advantages
Blank canvas
Cheaper land as no clearance is required
Less congestion and better access to roads and motorways
Disadvantages
Urban Sprawl
Commuter settlements arise
Reduced habitats
Increase environmental pressure
Where is the Leeds regeneration project occurring?
South Bank
How many homes and jobs created by when in South Bank?
8000 homes and 35000 jobs created by 2038
Why did South Bank required regeneration?
Deindustrialisation
Used to be a huge contributor to the textile industry
What are the key features of the South Bank regeneration project x5
Reconnect the region with surrounding neighbourhoods
Introduce 8000 new homes and develop new communities
Increase urban greening
Make use of brownfield sites to develop new opportunities
Make better use of the river and water front - Granary Wharf
What flagship development helped regenerate Leeds South Bank? How?
The Royal Armouries focal point for visitors - bringing economic growth - leading to development of new apartments and businesses
How have they increased urban greening in South Bank
Planned development of Aire Park
Will be the largest city centre green space in the UK
Negatives of the South Bank regeneration project?
Rising prices due to economic growth has forced out smaller businesses
Many houses are only available to rent and there is minimal social housing.
