the movement of people away from a city and into the countryside, which may lead to a reduction in the city's population

to do with people individually or as a community

Links to Liverpool: changes in a rural area

Geography

Context of the city – site, situation and connectivity

Liverpool's structure and functions

Causes of migration that influence the growth and character of the city

Inequalities in employment, services, education and health

Liverpool CBD and inner city: challenges and opportunities from decline

Liverpool suburbs and rural-urban fringe: challenges and opportunities of growth

The impacts of regeneration and rebranding on people

Sustainable urban living

Consequences of interdependence of Liverpool and accessible rural areas

Challenges of living in rural areas

Economic opportunities and environmental impacts in rural areas

This unit teaches pupils about the geography of Liverpool, one of the UK's most important cities. Pupils learn about Liverpool's location and importance at different scales and about its characteristics. Pupils will learn about the factors leading to economic, social and environmental change.

Liverpool: changes in a UK city

Which of the following is an example of economic change?

No, other factors like natural increase also affect change

Is all population change in rural areas due to counter-urbanisation?

A change in how communities live and interact

Why is traffic congestion a major issue in UK cities?

Some areas have poorer health and education

Poor access to services, jobs, and housing

Investing in renewable energy and green spaces

What is typically found in the Central Business District (CBD)?

Exit Quiz

What is counter-urbanisation?