Urban Change in the UK

Question 1

over the last 100 years, what has the UK’s population increased from?

Answer 1

40 million (1990’s) to roughly 65 million (2015) and is estimated to be at least 70 million by 2030

Question 2

how has the development of industry influenced the distribution of population?

Answer 2

people began to move towards south east england, where larger financial businesses were located, with better job opportunities so more people migrated to urban areas

Question 3

what are reasons for uneven distribution of the population?

Answer 3

-better jobs located in S England
-better access to certain resources e.g. education
-older people are choosing to retire and living on the cost
-Scotland is mountainous

Question 4

what impact have migrants had in bristol?

Answer 4

-enriching the cities cultural life
-young migrants help to balance ageing population
-providing education for children whose first language isn’t english
-improve level of skills — hardworking and motivated service

Question 5

where is bristol located in the UK?

Answer 5

-just below south of wales
-East of Bristol channel
-North East of weston super mare
-South of the river Severn

Question 6

what is the regional importance of Bristol?

Answer 6

-access to good education
-popular for tourists
-vibrant and successful culture and environment
-welcomes religions
-large industry

Question 7

what is the importance of Bristol as an international city?

Answer 7

-good roads and rail links
-airport links to major cities
-change from traditional industry (tobacco) to global industry (business services)

Question 8

how is Bristol changing?

Answer 8

-population is rapidly growing
-over 2 million people live within 50km of the city
-motorways, road and railways make it easier accessible
-more people under 16
-becoming ethnically diverse