Social and economic changes in rural areas

What is the estimated population of South Cambridgeshire by 2031?

• 150,000

• 182,000

• 200,000

• 250,000

What percentage of people in South Cambridgeshire are expected to be aged 65 or over by 2031?

• 15%

• 20%

• 29%

• 35%

What is a social effect of population growth in South Cambridgeshire?

• Increased agricultural employment

• Lack of affordable housing

• Decrease in petrol prices

• Improved public transport

What is one economic effect of a growing population in South Cambridgeshire?

• Increase in agricultural jobs

• Decrease in housing demand

• High petrol prices

• Reduction in local businesses

What is the population of the Outer Hebrides?

• 27,400

• 30,000

• 40,000

• 50,000

What is a social impact of population decline in the Outer Hebrides?

• Increase in school children

• More job opportunities

• Fewer young people

• Improved healthcare

What economic sector in the Outer Hebrides has seen an increase due to population decline?

• Tourism

• Farming

• Fishing

• Manufacturing

What is a challenge faced by the Outer Hebrides due to population decline?

• Overcrowded schools

• Closing post offices

• Increased public transport

• Rising housing prices

What is the term used for rural areas close to major cities that experience population growth?

• Urban rural

• Accessible rural

• Remote rural

• Suburban rural

What is a consequence of counter-urbanisation?

• Decrease in rural population

• Improved quality of life

• Increased city congestion

• Decline in local businesses