Counter urbanisation - Cartmel
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- Created on: 19-05-19 13:58
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- Counter urbanisation Cartmel
- The movement of people out of the city to rural areas beyond the city.
- Background
- Edge of the Lake District. Near M6. Population of 1800
- Causes
- High crime rate in the city
- Elderly like to retire away from the city
- Easy commute into the city
- City is dirty/has litter problems
- Pollution in the city
- Can work via the internet
- Increased ownership of private cars
- Economic effects
- Positive
- 73% of households are wealthy so new services are provided for them. Creates more jobs and boosts local economy and tourism
- Negative
- House prices between £300,000 and £400,000. Only bought by people with a good income, turning away poorer people, young people and new families
- Positive
- Environmental effects
- Positive
- Old derelict buildings are turned into houses or businesses, adding to aesthetic value. Creates jobs and more places to live
- Negative
- Many residents commute via A590 so the journey can cause congestion and pollution, increasing commute times.
- Positive
- Social effects
- Positive
- Gone from an agricultural to residential/tourist village. locals travel to Kendal for cheaper produce. Local businesses less supported as products are too expensive. Increase in congestion and pollution
- Negative
- 37% of households over the age of 60 so services are needed. Local services will be provided, like buses, reducing congestion and pollution
- Positive
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