Benjamin Sayers - M.Arch Year 5 Portfolio (PS1)

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03 USER SPACES URBAN DEMOGRAPHICS

The local demographic can be encapsulated by finding the common household types and economic acitivity. By carrying out this research, we can understand what demands are emphasised on our site. The top chart shows the typical demographic of the M15 postcode while the lower chart shows a significant difference in demand over Greater Manchester. Out-take: The demographic of local and greater Manchester can be split into four segments to provide flexibile accommodation: Students, Young professionals, Families and Retired.

GREATER MANCHESTER

M15

Information from: ONS, 2011 Census

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