Councillor Deborah Sangster Councillor Mian Mayat

This Community Plan has been prepared by Max Bryson, De Montfort University student on placement, in conjunction with Councillor Deborah Sangster, Councillor Mian Mayat and Carine Cardoza from Leicester City Council.

For further information relating to this community plan, please contact Carine Cardoza at carine.cardoza@leicester.gov.uk

January 2014

Summary

The priorities of the Coleman Ward Community Plan are:

1. A targeted focus on the youth of the ward, increasing opportunities to education, employment and leisure activities

2. Information on the local infrastructure, in relation to voluntary and community groups

3. Welcoming and responsive to the needs of older people and people with disabilities4. An environmentally friendly place to live, work and play.

Contents

1. Statistics on Coleman ward (including census data)

2. Summary of Key Facts

3. Map of Coleman

4. Key Statistical analysisa. Overviewb. Faithc. Ethnicityd. Crimee. Housing & Living environmentf. Healthg. Educationh. Transporti. Car Ownershipj. Electoral participation in Coleman

5. Resident’s Satisfaction survey

6. Conclusions and recommendations

1. Statistics on Coleman Ward

2. Summary of Key Facts

Location: Coleman is located to the east of the city centre and is one of the smallest wards in the city in terms of area.

Population: By 2011 estimates, there are currently 14, 669 residents in Coleman. Compared to the city averages, there is both a relatively low proportion of senior citizens and a slightly higher proportion of young people.

Ethnicity: Coleman Ward is predominantly Asian British, with residents of Asian British heritage making up 54.4% of the population. The ward is multi-ethnic, however, with notable White British and African British communities.

Health: Life expectancy for residents of Coleman Ward is lower than the Leicester City average, and rates of mortality related to cardiovascular disease, particularly in senior citizens, are lower than the City average.

Household groups: There are a significant number of married residents with a relatively low number of separated or divorced residents. The majority of households are in deprived social housing.

Levels of deprivation: There are 9 Lower super output areas in Coleman, two of which fall into the most deprived 10% nationally.

Housing: According to 2011 key census statistics, there are 4,977 houses in Coleman. A quarter are socially rented housing, with the majority being terraced housing.

Employment: Employment rates are 75.5% for males and 57.2% for females. One in five working-age residents are currently claiming benefits, according to NOMIS statistics.

Educational achievement: The educational achievement of children in Coleman is lower than the city average.

Crime: Crime in Coleman is slightly above the average in Leicester as a whole and in the past year there have been a number of regrettable deaths amongst young people. Anti-social behaviour is also a major issue and represents 37.38% of all crime in the ward.

Transport: The majority of employed people who live in Coleman ward travel to work by car.

Levels of satisfaction: The 2008 Residents’ Survey indicated that three quarters of residents (77%) of Coleman residents are satisfied with council services, as well as moderately high levels of satisfaction for Coleman as a place to live.

3. Map of Coleman Ward

4. Key Statistical analysis

a. Overview

Coleman ward is located to the east of Leicester city centre and falls into the Leicester East parliamentary constituency. The area has average transport links and a significant selection of shops along main thoroughfares such as East Park Road, Uppingham road, Wicklow Road and Ambassador Road. At the time of the 2011 census, it’s population was stated as 14,699. The ward is not an affluent area and hosts a large Asian British community, which make up 7,982 of the 14,699 residents.

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b. Faith

According to the 2001 census, the area has a large Christian majority (30.32%), a significant Muslim population (23.88%) and smaller populations consisting of Hindu (21.3%), non- religious (9.85%), Sikh (8.94) and Jewish communities (0.03).

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Christianity 30.32%Muslim 23.88%Hindu 21.3%Non- Religious 9.85%Sikh 8.94%Jewish 8

c. Ethnicity

Furthermore, the 2001 census reveals a majority Asian British: Indian population (54.4%), followed by a significant white British population (16.0%) and moderate Asian British: other Asian (7.4%), Black British: Caribbean (6.7%), Asian British: Pakistani (4.6%) communities. There is also a notable student population (12.1% of residents aged 16-74).

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d. Crime

The Coleman ward has a number of crime issues and more recently has had a number of tragic deaths involving young people.

Crime statistics (gathered in June 2013) suggest that anti-social behaviour is a significant issue (37.38%) followed by ‘other’ crime (35.51), violent crime (18.69%), Burglary (4.67%), vehicle crime (2.80%) and robbery (0.93%).

As in other areas of the city, the police are eager to work with individuals in the community and are aware of local issues in the Coleman ward. However, the notable instances of violent crime (on average 18.69% of all crime) are often prioritised ahead of instances of anti-social behaviour. This has to lead to the notion, suggested by local residents, that anti-social behaviour incidents are under reported, due to the fact that individuals causing the problems soon leave when police arrive at the scene. Even when the police arrive promptly, they are only able to move them on.

Crime Type Sept 2011- Sept 2012Number of offences committed

Sept 2012 – Sept 2013Number of offences committed

Anti-Social behaviour 490 386Burglary 112 166Robbery 20 38Vehicular crime 107 76Violent crime 165 201Drugs 47 25Criminal damage and Arson 171 152Other 482 23Total 1594 1295Source: UKcrimestats

Based on the statistical analysis above, while the total number of criminal offences has dropped in 2013, the instances of violent crime and robbery have increased significantly. Conversely, instances of anti-social behaviour, drug crime and criminal damage and arson have fallen.

e. Housing and living environment

The Coleman ward has good accessibility to housing; the majority of properties are owner occupied (49.2%) with a significant number of rented properties also available (48.3%). The pluralities of these properties are terraced houses (42.1%), followed by a notable number of flats (22.5%). Furthermore, it is important to note that there are no temporary structures or caravans in the area, which suggests there is no transient population in the ward. The notable number of students in the area is likely to be an important factor in regards to the large number of rented properties in the ward. The ward is seemingly divided between relatively well maintained properties and properties in need of maintenance, located mainly around the Rowlatts Hill area. It is often suggested that many of the properties are in a run-down state because the landlords as well as the residents are unwilling or unable to invest in maintenance. Moreover, the residents often feel that it is not their responsibility to do so.

f. Health

There are a significant number of health deprivation concerns in the Coleman Ward. For males, life expectancy is 2.1 years lower than the Leicester average of 75.4 years of age and 5.3 years lower than the national average (78.6 years). For women, life expectancy is 1.1 years lower than the Leicester average (80.0 years) and 3.5 years lower than the national average for women (82.6 years).

The two main causes of death in the ward are cardiovascular disease and cancer. It is important to note, however, that early death rates (in under-75 year olds) from cardiovascular disease have fallen at a faster rate than in both Leicester and the nation as a whole. The ward rate is currently higher than the national average but lower than the Leicester average. For cancer, early death rates (in under-75 year olds) have fallen further than in both Leicester and the national average. The ward rate is currently better than both England and Leicester. Further issues raised in the area related to drug and alcohol related issues, but these are a minor concern in comparison and are, notably, at lower levels of concern compared to Leicester overall. Factors that have led to the above concerns are largely lifestyle factors. This includes high instances of smokers, lack of physical activity as well as the prevalence of fast food outlets on the Ward’s main thoroughfares.

There are sports facilities which are available nearby, most notably the Coleman Neighbourhood centre which includes a court where physical activity can take place. Additionally, the Sport & Education centre of Crown Hills community college is also available to the general public.

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Source: NHS Leicester

The above graph shows that death rates for all ages and from all causes have fallen, but at a slower rate than in both Leicester and England. The ward rate is currently higher than both the England and Leicester average. Further issues raised in the area relate to drug and alcohol related issues, but these in comparison are, at lower levels of concern compared to Leicester Overall. Factors that have led to the above concerns are largely lifestyle factors. This includes high instances of smoking, lack of physical activity and the prevalence of fast food consumption.

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The above graph shows that early death rates (under 75 year olds) from cardiovascular disease have fallen at a faster rate than in both Leicester and England. The ward rate is higher than the England average and lower than the Leicester average.

Source: NHS Leicester

The above graph shows that for cancer, early death rates (in under 75 year olds) have increased. The ward rate is currently higher than both the England and Leicester average.

Information about the relative levels of deprivation in the Coleman Ward

Index of Multiple DeprivationThe Index of Multiple Deprivation (IMD) measures and defines the relative levels of deprivation in small areas of England. These areas are called Lower Layer Super Output Areas. There are 32,482 LSOA’s in England, and 187 in the city of Leicester.The IMD is based on publicly available statistics grouped within a number of ‘domains’ or themes – which are then weighted in order of impact.These are:

Income (22.5%) Employment (22.5%) Education, skills & training (13.5%) Health deprivation & disability (13.5%) Barriers to housing & services (9.3%) Crime & Disorder (9.3%) Living Environment (9.3%)

Factors such as income and levels of employment are taken into consideration when deciding the level of deprivation and if the area in question can be defined as a lower layer super output area. The IMD can be used to rank every LSOA in England according to their relative level of deprivation. Visit the CLG website for more information on the IMD.

Levels of DeprivationLeicester is the 20th most deprived local authority in England, as ranked by the Index of Multiple deprivation (IMD) in 2007.

The IMD is also applied to smaller areas of around 1500 people called ‘Lower Super Output Areas (LSOAs). In Leicester there are 187 LSOAs, of which 87 are among the most deprived 20% in England.

In Coleman Ward, there are two LSOAs that fall into the most deprived 10% nationally. These areas are notably deprived in terms of income, education and skills.

Coleman WardThe Coleman ward includes 8 lower super output areas, or LSOA’s, which are seemingly evenly spread across the ward. They are as follows:

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The locations of these LSOA’s are represented on the map on page on the next page, as well as on the second page, of this document.

Source: 2013 Ordinance survey

g. Education

OverviewColeman ward hosts a number of schools including 3 primary schools, 1 faith school and 1 community college. Overall, parents have not expressed any critical concerns about educational attainment or any issues related to education.

Educational achievement: Average point score statisticsThe table below displays the average point score (APS) of pupils in Coleman Ward.

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Students & qualifications Total Ward Percentage

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No qualifications 3922 47.38 38.52Highest qualification attained: Level 1 1227 14.82 14.39Highest qualification attained: Level 2 1214 14.67 15.07Highest qualification attained: Level 3 474 5.73 9.63Highest qualification attained: Level 4/5 944 11.41 16.76Other qualifications 496 5.99 5.63Full time students & schoolchildren: 16-17 328 3.96 2.99Full-time students: 18-74 488 5.9 9.34Source: 2001 census

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National thresholds5*C including English and mathematics

55.5 52.1 58.9 51.3 51.5 59.4 52.4 54.2 60.4

5A*C 79.1 77.2 79.5 76.5 78.8 81.8 73.3 79.2 82.7A*C in English and mathematics

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Average point scoreAPS capped 339.5 329.5 336.6 329.6 330.9 341 326.8 329.5 341.6

ProgressExpected progress in English

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h. Transport

Travel to workThe majority of people who live in Coleman Ward travel to work by car (41.83%).

Travel to WorkAll people 16-74 in employment

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All people aged 16-74 in employment 4504Driving a car or van 1884 41.83 47.47Bus, mini-bus or coach 701 15.56 15.23On foot 959 21.29 15.83Passenger in car or van 330 7.33 7.59Work from home 417 9.26 7.53Bicycle 130 2.89 4.00Public transport users in households with car 418 57.18 60.80Public transport users in households without car 313 42.82 38.55Other 17 0.38 0.38Source: 2001 census

i. Car ownership

Car ownership in Coleman Ward is approximately comparable to the averages of Leicester. 46% of households in Coleman have use of a car, 10% have use of two cars and 41.39% of households do not have a car.

Car Ownership Total Coleman % Leicester %All households 4564Households with use of a car or van: none 1889 41.39 38.32Households with use of a car or van: one 2115 46.34 44.43Households with use of a car or van: two 474 10.39 14.56Households with use of a car or van: three 72 1.58 2.18Households with use of a car or van: four or more 14 0.31 0.51All cars or vans in the area 3347 N/A N/AAverage number of vehicles per household N/A 0.73 0.82

j. Electoral participation in Coleman

General electionsColeman is part of the parliamentary constituency of Leicester East. In the last two general elections, in 2005 and 2010, voter turnout has been similar at 62.2% and 65.8 respectively. Labour candidates have been elected in both elections.The table below shows the results for the political parties in the last two elections:

Political party General election Leicester East 2010 (% Vote)

General election LeicesterEast 2005 (% Vote)

Labour 53.8 58.1Conservative 24.4 19.7Liberal Democrats 14.2 17.1British National Party 3.5 N/AGreen 1.5 N/A

Local electionsIn the 2007 and 2011 local elections, voter turnout in Coleman has varied from 58.8% and 57.9% in 2007 and 2011 respectively. Both elections have returned Labour Councillors.

5. Resident’s satisfaction

The following data was compiled using Leicester’s Residents Survey (2008)

1. Overall, how satisfied or dissatisfied are you with Leicester as a place to live?

Percent (%)Very Satisfied 15.1Fairly Satisfied 56.6Neither Satisfied or Dissatisfied 13.2Fairly Dissatisfied 9.9Very Dissatisfied 5.1

2. How satisfied or dissatisfied are you with your Neighbourhood as a place to live?

Percent (%)Very Satisfied 9.2Fairly Satisfied 49.2Neither Satisfied or Dissatisfied 15.1Fairly Dissatisfied 21.7Very Dissatisfied 4.9

3. To what extent is your local area a place where people from different backgrounds get on well together?

Percent (%)Very Satisfied 10.1Fairly Satisfied 48.5Neither Satisfied or Dissatisfied 25.2Fairly Dissatisfied 14.4Very Dissatisfied 1.7

4. How strongly do you agree that the quality of Council services is good overall?

Percent (%)Strongly agree 3.4Tend to agree 36.3Neither agree nor disagree 28.5Tend to disagree 24.3Strongly disagree 5.1No opinion 2.4

5. How strongly do you agree that the Council does not play a part in improving the quality of life in the local area?

Percent (%)Strongly agree 12.2Tend to agree 34.9Neither agree nor disagree 24.4Tend to disagree 21.4Strongly disagree 4.0No opinion 3.1

6. To what extent would you agree or disagree that the police and other local public services seek people’s views about these issues in your local area?

Percent (%)Strongly agree 5.6Tend to agree 15.8Neither agree nor disagree 24.4Tend to disagree 25.6Strongly disagree 19.0Don’t know 9.5

6. Conclusion and Recommendations

The data above on the ward is good but more intelligence is required to inform Councillors on the many decisions they have to make to meet local needs. There are gaps in information that need to be filled and issues that need to be addressed.

A clear priority is providing the people of Coleman Ward with a directory of community groups and organisations that are active in the ward. This would help to bring residents together through social and community activities, as well as making it easier for people who have recently moved into the ward, to integrate. Promoting these activities will also encourage social cohesion as it will connect adults and young people with the services and opportunities available in Coleman.

Moreover, given the recent unfortunate deaths, the ward needs to target its focus on young people by supporting opportunities to improve their skills and knowledge and by providing a range of services and activities to support them.

The recommendations are therefore as follows:

1. Offer a comprehensive guide to the voluntary and community groups and organisations operating in the ward

2. Improve skills and employment opportunities and social activities for young people

3. Be a welcoming and caring place for older people and people with disabilities4. Encourage residents to take pride in their ward and to be environmentally

friendly.