case study - islington - inequality Flashcards
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Where is Islington located?
In inner London, just north of the City of London.
What is the population of Islington?
Around 230,000 people.
What is the main issue of inequality in Islington?
A stark contrast between wealthy, gentrified areas and pockets of deprivation within a small area
What percentage of children in Islington live in poverty?
37% — one of the highest rates in London.
What is the average house price in Islington?
Around £715,000 (2024), pricing out many local resident
What percentage of households in Islington live in social housing?
Approximately 32%.
How much green space does Islington have per resident compared to the London average?
Less than half the London average — making it one of London’s least green boroughs
What percentage of working-age adults in Islington are unemployed?
Around 6.5%, higher than the national average.
What factors have contributed to inequality in Islington?
- Gentrification
- rising property prices
- uneven access to services and opportunities.
Name two affluent areas within Islington.
Canonbury and Barnsbury.
Name a deprived area within Islington.
Finsbury Park
What is the Fair Futures Commission?
An initiative launched in 2017 aiming to reduce child poverty and improve young people’s outcomes.
What is the housing crisis issue in Islington?
A shortage of affordable housing due to high demand and gentrification.
What environmental inequalities exist in Islington?
- Uneven access to green space
- polluted air
- lack of healthy food options
What transport advantages does Islington have?
Excellent public transport links via Tube, Overground, and bus routes.
what is a health inequality issue in islington
higher rates of obesity, mental health problems and chronic illness
What percentage of adults in Islington are overweight or obese?
Around 55%
How many new affordable homes did Islington Council commit to building by 2030?
Over 750 new council homes.
