Communication - Internet

Communities with poor internet connections may feel disconnected.

How we measure it:

  • Average internet speed
  • Maximum internet speed
  • Count of total connections per 10,000 population

Various measures of connectivity, with the average, maximum and total all considered. Whilst high speeds may be available, connection counts show actual take-up of services.
(Ofcom)

Public transport

Communities with poor transport links may feel disconnected.

How we measure it:

  • Count of bus stops per 10,000 population
  • Distance to major rail station (>1,000,000 annual passengers)
  • Distance to any rail station
  • Traffic counts of buses

Buses and rail were considered key public transport facilities. Rail was split two ways, as many communities have access to a minor rail station but are still some distance from any major station.
(Geolytix Transport pack)

 

How we measure wellbeing

Our research identified nine areas that matter for community wellbeing. These are grouped into People, Place and Relationships.

People

  • Education & Learning
  • Health
  • Economy, Work & Employment

Place

  • Culture, heritage and leisure
  • Transport, mobility and connectivity
  • Housing, Space & Environment

Relationships

  • Relationships & Trust
  • Equality
  • Voice & Participation

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We care about the wellbeing of our local communities, which is why we are applying a few changes to our postcode search for you to find your local wellbeing score.

You can still find out about the great work involved throughout the Community Wellbeing Index on site.