Leeds - Urban Futures C.S. Flashcards
What migration to Leeds came from the west?
Windrush generation from Caribbean 50s-70s. Sparked by ‘Windrush’ vessel carrying hundreds in 40s.
What migration to Leeds came from the east?
Pakistani, Bangladeshi, some Indian. Eastern European after WW2, Poland & Lithuania joining EU in 2004.
What migration to Leeds came from elsewhere in the UK?
Irish: escape famines (1800s), manufacturing jobs (after WW2), tertiary sector jobs (80s).
How does employment in Leeds compare to the rest of the UK?
2021 unemployment rate 5.2%, vs UK average of 4.1%
How much do health services cost the government in Leeds?
480 Million GBP
How does studentification affect Leeds?
Fly tipping, seasonality, antisocial behaviour (eg noise pollution).
Name a ward in the centre and outskirts of Leeds.
Centre: Gipton & Harehills, outskirts: Harewood
How do the economy and education compare in the centre and outskirts of Leeds?
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.
How does quality of life compare in the centre and outskirts of Leeds?
Very similar health, but opposite ends of the deprivation spectrum - with the centre very deprived.
How does crime compare in the centre and outskirts of Leeds?
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).
What are some future plans for the south bank in Leeds?
300,000m2 development land available. 3.5 hectare park/open space along waterfront. Holbeck Urban Village.
How will new green space aid sustainability in Leeds?
Aire Park: 850 homes, CityConnect cycle network, 30% on brownfield.
How will new innovation aid sustainability in Leeds?
Climate Innovation District: 315 homes, 10x more airtight than average UK homes, timber frames saving 88 Tonnes CO2 emitted per year.
