Background

The Talbot and Brunswick Area is situated about 1mile from Blackpool seafront, and in easy walking distance of the town centre and railway station.  It is a mixed area of residential and industrial land uses.  The housing is mostly terraced style with small front gardens and yards leading into alleyways.  The area is run down, has very poor lighting and the alleys are a haven for crime.

Scheme Objectives

Impacts

The alley gates in the Home Zone make back alleys a safer environment in which children can play.  Children are playing on the streets and this has become an issue with some residents.  The whole area looks more attractive and this has impacts on health and a feeling of wellbeing.  The new lighting system has allowed residents to feel safer. The number of burglaries have reduced.  It has been noted that property owners are taking pride in the area and are carrying out external refurbishment of their properties.  Housing prices have increased in the Home Zone more than in other areas and is a marketing feature used by Estate Agents.

Progress - March 2005

Main surfacing works completed and trees planted.  Entrance walls are nearing completion.