Leeds - Urban Futures C.S. Flashcards

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What migration to Leeds came from the west?

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Windrush generation from Caribbean 50s-70s. Sparked by ‘Windrush’ vessel carrying hundreds in 40s.

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What migration to Leeds came from the east?

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Pakistani, Bangladeshi, some Indian. Eastern European after WW2, Poland & Lithuania joining EU in 2004.

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What migration to Leeds came from elsewhere in the UK?

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Irish: escape famines (1800s), manufacturing jobs (after WW2), tertiary sector jobs (80s).

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How does employment in Leeds compare to the rest of the UK?

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2021 unemployment rate 5.2%, vs UK average of 4.1%

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5
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How much do health services cost the government in Leeds?

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480 Million GBP

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How does studentification affect Leeds?

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Fly tipping, seasonality, antisocial behaviour (eg noise pollution).

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7
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Name a ward in the centre and outskirts of Leeds.

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Centre: Gipton & Harehills, outskirts: Harewood

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How do the economy and education compare in the centre and outskirts of Leeds?

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Small 3% difference in economic activity, yet 10x fewer claimants in outskirts - more jobs for those that want them. Level 4 education far more common in outskirts.

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How does quality of life compare in the centre and outskirts of Leeds?

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Very similar health, but opposite ends of the deprivation spectrum - with the centre very deprived.

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How does crime compare in the centre and outskirts of Leeds?

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Mostly public order in centre, mostly burglary in outskirts (problem in centre too). 50% burglaries through unlocked doors/windows (decrepit student housing often containing £2000+ in assets).

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What are some future plans for the south bank in Leeds?

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300,000m2 development land available. 3.5 hectare park/open space along waterfront. Holbeck Urban Village.

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How will new green space aid sustainability in Leeds?

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Aire Park: 850 homes, CityConnect cycle network, 30% on brownfield.

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How will new innovation aid sustainability in Leeds?

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Climate Innovation District: 315 homes, 10x more airtight than average UK homes, timber frames saving 88 Tonnes CO2 emitted per year.

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