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Car use is a significant mode of transport for many in rural areas, with households very often needing more than one vehicle to fulfil the demands of rural living. - Car Use Analysis In light of this, the above...
A household is said to be in fuel poverty if it spends more than 10% of its income on fuel to maintain a satisfactory heating regime (usually 21 degrees for the main living area, and 18 degrees for other occupied...
Sport England's Active People survey is the largest ever survey of sport and active recreation to be undertaken in Europe. Analysis of Sport England’s Active People Survey 5 - Analysis User Guide...
Conducted by the Federation of Small Businesses, the 'Voice of Small Business' survey provides a macro-economic picture of the UK economy as experienced by small firms. Our analysis of this survey is shown below: RSN analysis of results...
To help you assess the impact of the downturn on rural communities, we have conducted our own analysis of DEFRA's economic indicators. DEFRA's dashboard of economic indicators can be accessed here . Our own analysis of the DEFRA information...
One measure of sparsity in rural areas examines the percentage of households within a given distance. Percentage of households within the given distance via the road network 2011...
When measured by distance, our research shows that key services are often further away in rural local authorities. Distance to services in your local authority...
The school run presents a clear example of where travel solutions in rural areas are of the utmost importance to providing an essential service, and need to accommodate some of the most vulnerable members of a community. - School...
Public transport is a vital link for rural communities to their nearest towns or cities. Bus services are particularly important in delivering affordable mobility where a lack of personal transport might result in isolation and exclusion from services. -...
RURAL residents are calling on the government to abandon its planned rise in fuel duty. A freeze in fuel duty tops the rural wishlist as Chancellor George Osborne prepares to deliver his Autumn Statement on Wednesday (5 December)....
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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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