1. Population of Stratford
IWU the structure and composition of the population in Stratford.
Must: Describe the population composition and structure of Newham without using any data or evidence. (Grade E)
Should: Describe the population composition and structure and use some evidence . (Grade C)
Could: Pick out selected pieces of evidence to highlight the population composition and structure. Show how these are linked to some geographical theories – such as deindustrialisation, derelict land, unemployment. . (Grade A/A*)
Starter:
What do you know already about the population of Stratford / Newham ?

2. What do you notice about the population pyramid of Newham ?

3. Assessment of Population Pyramid
True or False?
The largest age group for males is 40 to 44
It is a densely populated area
The region has a youthful population
The birth rate is declining in the region
There is a shortage of young men in the region
The region will have a large proportion of elderly dependents in the future
The region will have to invest in healthcare for the elderly
The region will have to invest in primary schools
Overall, the population is declining
Compare (similarities)
Contrast (differences)
Where & why is the population growing & declining?
What issues may the population face in the future?

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9. Multiple Deprivation… When an area has a combination of problems that need to be addressed before it can change for the better

11. Low Birthweight Live Births % 9.4 7.5 7.2
Newham
London
England
Under 18 Conceptions
Rate per 1000 45
45.7
41.7
Low Birthweight Live Births %
9.4
7.5
7.2
Infant Mortality
5.1
4.3
4.6
Life Expectancy at Birth; Males
Years
76.2
78.6
78.3
Life Expectancy at Birth; Females
80.5
83.1
82.3

12. All Pupils at the End of KS4 Achieving 5+ A* - C % 69.3 77.8 76.1
Newham
London
England
All Pupils at the End of KS4 Achieving 5+ A* - C %
69.3
77.8
76.1
All Pupils at the End of KS4 Achieving 5+ A* - G
95.1
95.3
94.7

13. All People of Working Age Claiming a Key Benefit % 22 15
Newham
London
England
All People of Working Age Claiming a Key Benefit % 22 15
Jobseeker's Allowance Claimants 6 4
Incapacity Benefits Claimants 9 7

14. What theories could we link this to?
Cycle of decline
Clark Fisher Model
Brownfield land
Urban decay
De-industrialisation
Migration policy
Others?

15. Why does Stratford have the Population structure and composition that it does ?
Grade E
Describe the population composition and structure of Newham without using any data or evidence.
Grade C
Describe the population composition and structure and use some evidence from the table.
Grade A*-A
Pick out selected pieces of evidence to highlight the population composition and structure in Newham. Show how these are linked to
some geographical theories – such as deindustrialisation, derelict land, unemployment.