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Housing supply is a constant issue of concern for both policy makers and for those wishing to join the property market. With this in mind, the following analysis takes a look at the house building statistics showing the number of...
Being able to access appropriate employment is vital for any community to thrive, and for a rural community this often comes with the need to travel. This analysis looks at the situation in your area, and may draw some light...
Parking charges by local authorities bring a valuable source of income for the provision of public services to already stretched budgets. They are however contentious, and can be seen as detrimental to the viability of town centres, as well as...
Based on a review of fuel poverty by Professor Sir John Hills, the Department of Energy & Climate Change has employed a new measure of fuel poverty. This analysis shows how the change in methodology has moved the measure of...
The seventh year of the survey, Active People Survey 7, started in mid October 2012 and ran continuously for 12 months until mid October 2013. The full year results were published in December 2013. Click here for further information. ...
Rural isolation and the fear of crime are serious life quality issues that can be addressed by an efficient police service. The following analysis takes a look at the data for your area. - Police recorded crime and workforce...
Public Health England produce a series of Health Profiles that are designed to help local government and health services identify problems in their areas and decide how to tackle them. They provide a snapshot of the overall health of the...
A brief look at the concessionary travel arrangements provided by Travel Concession Authorities - Concessionary Travel in England Analysis - Analysis User Guide...
The statistics on road accidents and the severity of the casualties demonstrate clear differences between rural and urban. Accidents involving buses or coaches are more prevalent in urban areas for all severities of accident. Conversely, accidents involving HGV...
The transition through life from late teen to young adulthood presents a number of choices socially, professionally and academically. For many young adults living in rural areas, the choice to continue education to a higher level brings with it the...
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Amid reduced public spending, fair resource allocation across regions is crucial. Despite a population larger than Greater London, rural areas receive significantly less funding for essential services, even though delivering these services in rural areas is more expensive.
Economic growth is widely acknowledged as essential for national wealth and prosperity and is a priority for political parties. Rural economies, employing millions and home to a higher proportion of small businesses, have potential for growth if barriers are removed.
Rural residents face distinct healthcare challenges, including limited access to transport, longer distances to medical facilities, an aging demographic, housing inadequacies, digital connectivity gaps, and difficulties recruiting health and care workers.
Rural communities are grappling with a severe affordable housing crisis, marked by high house prices, a lack of affordable housing, elevated living costs, and lower incomes, threatening their sustainability and vitality.
Transport is vital for the quality of life and economic health of rural areas, yet it faces challenges such as infrequent public bus services and less Government funding compared to urban regions.
Rural areas, encompassing a substantial portion of England's population and land, play a pivotal role in combating climate change and achieving the net zero target.
In an increasingly digital world, the lack of robust digital infrastructure in rural areas severely limits access to crucial services and stifles economic growth.
A future-focused vision for rural communities involves not just building the right homes in the right places but also ensuring thriving, sustainable communities.
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