Population Charteristics - Wingrove & Llanmadoc EQ1 Flashcards
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Where is Wingrove?
A ward in Newcastle upon Tyne
What is the age and gender structure of Wingrove Ward, and why is it this way?
-Wingrove has a young population, with an average age of 34.9 years, lower than the national average. -This is largely because the area attracts young families, students, and recent migrants, many of whom are in their 20s and 30s
-The availability of affordable rental housing and proximity to Newcastle University and city centre jobs makes Wingrove especially appealing to young adults
-Gender is roughly balanced, but like most urban areas, slightly more females are present due to longer female life expectancy and family caregiving patterns in younger households
Why is Wingrove one of the most ethnically diverse areas in Newcastle?
-Only 46% of Wingrove’s population was born in the UK, with large numbers from Asia (32%), Europe (12%), and Africa (8%)
-This diversity exists because Wingrove offers affordable housing and established cultural and religious infrastructure (e.g. mosques, halal shops, support networks), which attract migrant families and encourage social clustering
-Once ethnic communities are rooted in an area, they naturally draw further migration from the same background due to familiarity and support system
Why are fertility rates relatively high in Wingrove compared to more suburban or rural areas?
-Wingrove has a younger population, with nearly 40% of residents aged between 20 and 39
-This age group includes many people in their peak childbearing years, which naturally raises fertility rates
-Additionally, the area’s large ethnic minority population—particularly South Asian and African communities—may have cultural norms that favour larger families
-Combined with affordable housing and access to community support services (e.g. religious centres, nurseries), Wingrove provides an environment where raising children feels more feasible
Where is Llanmadoc?
a seaside rural village 16miles west of Swansea
Why are mortality rates in Wingrove relatively lower than in older, more rural communities?
Because Wingrove has a low median age (25) and fewer elderly residents, overall mortality rates are lower. Younger populations are generally healthier and less likely to suffer from chronic age-related illnesses
What do health levels in Wingrove show, and why might this be the case?
-In the 2011 Census, 53% of Wingrove residents reported being in very good health, which is fairly high and reflects the area’s young population
-Younger people (especially those in their 20s and 30s) are more likely to be in good physical condition and less affected by chronic illness, which helps keep overall health stats positive
-However, 14.1% reported their health as fair, bad, or very bad, which is higher than national averages
-This could be due to overcrowded housing, low-income work, or barriers to healthcare access (such as language or long NHS wait times), all of which are more common in diverse, inner-city areas like Wingrove
-The contrast shows that while many residents are healthy, others may face health inequalities linked to deprivation.
Where is Llanmadoc?
Seaside Rural village 16 miles from Swansea
What is the age and gender structure of Llanmadoc, and why?
-Llanmadoc has an older age profile, with 29.1% of residents aged 60 or over and a median age of 49. This contrasts sharply with urban areas like Wingrove
-The rural setting, peaceful environment, and high levels of home ownership (88.2%) make Llanmadoc attractive to retirees and older adults
-As in most places, there are slightly more females due to their longer life expectancy.
What are fertility patterns in Llanmadoc, and what explains them?
-Fertility rates are low in Llanmadoc, partly due to the older population structure—only 8.4% of residents are aged 18–29, compared to over 30% in some urban wards
-Fewer people are in their prime reproductive years, and the high home ownership and rural isolation may reduce inward migration of young families
How ethnically diverse is Llanmadoc, and why?
-Llanmadoc is not ethnically diverse—100% of the population identified as White in the 2001 census
-This is due to its rural location, limited economic opportunities, and lack of transport links, which make it less attractive to international migrants who often settle in urban centres where services, support networks, and jobs are more accessible
What do health indicators in Llanmadoc suggest about mortality and wellbeing?
-Despite the older population, health outcomes in Llanmadoc are strong—53.2% reported very good health and only 1.1% very bad health
-This reflects the quiet, low-stress rural lifestyle, high rates of home ownership, and good access to green spaces
-However, an older demographic does raise long-term concerns for service provision and age-related mortality
