settlement dynamics- hilmarton village

Question 1

where is Hilmarton located

Answer 1

northern Wiltshire, situated on the A3102

Question 2

what and when did the population peak at

Answer 2

828 in 1851 but began to decline as people sought after work in more urban areas

Question 3

what factor has meant that more people are able to live in villages in modern day

Answer 3

since 1971 there is a greater car ownership

Question 4

what is Hilmartons only amenity

Answer 4

a primary school of 113 pupils

Question 5

name 2 drawbacks to living in the small village of Hilmarton

Answer 5

1. the nearest doctor, dentist, post office and shops are in the next town 3 miles away
2. to get anything other than every day necessities they locals have to drive 30-40 minutes away which is even longer by bus

Question 6

what solution was put in place to improve Hilmarton

Answer 6

the rural development project of England invests money into farming, small businesses, tourism, forestry, rural services, transport, culture and heritage into Hilmarton which was successful as they now have sports facilities, post office, a church, pub and more within the village