UK cities Flashcards
(9 cards)
What is the population of London?
about 8.8 million people
how many boroughs are there in London?
32
what factors meant London became a successful city so quickly?
the city could be used as a port, and a centre for trade, enabling new manufacturing industries to develop.
these new employment opportunities attracted people to move to London from the rural areas surrounding it, increasing the population.
during the 20th century, larger boats meant that London couldn’t be used as a port anymore, however it is still a hub for transport, as train and road networks focus on the city
what is the national importance of London?
it is the largest, and wealthiest city in England
wages and house prices are a lot higher here than the rest of England
the city produces around 22% of the city’s GDP, despite only accounting for 12.5% of the countries’ population.
it has 1/3rd of higher education institutions
holds 1/5th of the student population in England
what is the international importance of London?
It is one of the two most important financial centres in the world
contains many headquarters of large companies
attracts highly skilled workers from across the globe
international centre for education, communications, medical and legal facilities, as well as tourism, culture and entertainment.
second best international air connections, with Heathrow and Gatwick airports, increasing tourism and global connections.
47% green space makes London the first national park city through it’s ambitious urban-greening programme.
when did London begin to grow rapidly?
After the industrial revolution
when will London likely become a megacity?
by 2030
What age is the majority of Londons population?
between their 20s and 30s
