decline in importance of the industrial sector, for example, the closure of factories

reduction in the population of an area, typically involving out-migration following deindustrialisation

areas with a high concentration of students, typically in sub-divided rental properties

the upgrading of areas (typically housing) often in the inner city, making them more desirable but often more expensive

Liverpool CBD and inner city: challenges and opportunities from decline

Geography

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

High numbers of students living in one area

What is one opportunity created by gentrification in Liverpool?

Regeneration only improves areas without any downsides.

Regeneration always lowers the cost of living.

Regeneration can improve places but may also displace existing residents.

Regeneration only happens in rural areas.

Which of the following statements about regeneration is most accurate?

People moved for better jobs after factory closures

Why did depopulation occur in parts of Liverpool’s inner city?

Which industry was most important to Liverpool’s historical growth?

What was one major effect of de-industrialisation in Liverpool?

Which group of people has increased Liverpool’s cultural diversity?

What is one challenge still facing parts of Liverpool?

Starter Quiz