Mile End

Question 1

Demographics of Mile End

Answer 1

• 47% Asian
• > 50% Muslim
• Significant proportion from Bengali community

Question 1

Political influences in Mile End

Answer 1

• Blitz devastation + shipping industry collapse = decline
• Forced displacement from Canary Wharf

Question 2

Economic influences in Mile End

Answer 2

• Poor education/few employment opportunities
• 50% residents without formal qualifications
• High rent + housing costs

Question 3

Environmental influences in Mile End

Answer 3

• Built on marshland, relatively inaccessible
• High levels of pollution - air/noise/light in inner city

Question 4

Social influences in Mile End

Answer 4

• Inwards migration = job competition
• Only 23% owner-occupied housing = lack of roots + pride in area
• Ethnic segregation

Question 5

Technological influences in Mile End

Answer 5

• Poor infrastructure - e.g. sewage/transport
• Much improved in late 1900s (Jubliee, DLR, bus)