Camley Street Neighbourhood Plan Evidence Base
December 2015 Plan Projects ©. All rights reserved.
Published by Plan Urban Projects Ltd on behalf of Camley Street Neighbourhood Forum
Written by Ivan Tennant, Iain Glover and Giorgio Wetzl (Plan Projects)
www.plan-projects.co.uk
2 Contents
Executive Summary 4 - 10 VIII. Transport 87 - 96
I. Overarching 11 - 22 IX. Housing 97 - 110
II. Environmental Quality 23 - 28 X. Social Life 111 - 114
III. Public Safety 29 - 36 XI. Governance 115 - 118
IV. Development 37 - 44 XII. Economic Deprivation, Health and Wellbeing 119 - 124
V. A place of work 45 - 54 XIII. Qualitative Answers 125 - 198
VI. Employment 55 - 60 Appendices 199 - 201
VII. Public Realm 61 - 86
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I. Introduction II. Headline findings
A fundamental requirement of a neighbourhood plan is a strong evidence base; this Overall there is a desire among residents to preserve what they love most about the supports not only the credibility of the plan, but also justifies policy. This document sets neighbourhood, its tranquility and sense of community. This desire for continuity extends the evidence base, and is structured around the key topics identified at the Camley Street to the distribution of land uses in the neighbourhood; the majority of residents support Neighbourhood Forum AGM on 16th June 2015. The topic themes are, its function as a place of employment and feel the strength in light industrial activity of various sorts should be supported. - Environmental Quality Looking to the future, they would like to see - Public safety • the strong community spirit that currently exists to be strengthened through the provi- - Development sion of improved social infrastructure and commercial leisure (pubs, cafes and restaurants) - Local business to generate more ‘life’
- Employment • the green spaces in the neighbourhood to be improved to create a public realm that invites more active use and can provide a safe and comfortable environment for walking - Public realm and cycling
- Transport • the provision of housing that is affordable for people on average London incomes
- Housing • a greater level of integration between the land uses
- Social life • while the area feels safe to most people, there is concern about small-scale criminality - Governance and anti-social behaviour, such as drug dealing and fly-tipping.
- Economic Deprivation, Health and Wellbeing Camley Street is a small neighbourhood, and should not attempt to be self-sufficient, but a clear distinction should be drawn between those services that should be provided within a five minute walk of people’s homes (inside the neighbourhood) and others that can exist beyond the neighbourhood boundaries. In the provision of key services, it is important to note the increase in the population size that will come as a result of new development make the provision of adequate social and commercial infrastructure fundamental.
Considering each of the policy sections in turn,
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Environmental quality forced relocation would inflict a significant social as well as economic cost.
The neighbourhood under-performs in terms of its overall environmental quality; a large Public realm minority of residents are dissatisfied with both the standards of cleanliness and its physi- Taken as a whole, there is a satisfactory amount of green space either within the neigh- cal appearance. bourhood, or close by. These areas are, however, in many cases poorly maintained and not Public safety fulfilling their potential (in our public realm assessment none the public open spaces apart from the Camley Street Natural Park and Elm Village Open Space scores more than 60 out of The Camley Street area is, on the whole, seen as a reasonably safe place, with crime rates 90). These shortcomings justify multiple comments for more open spaces. Moreover, people that are comparable to those of the wider borough. There is, however, an appetite for in Camley Street enjoy walking. The evidence complied makes a compelling argument for greater use of the street scape for play and other forms of cultural activity but it is not policy that promotes improvement of the public realm. considered safe. For example, a great majority of people say they would like to see chil- dren able to to play in the streets, but that the speed and volume of traffic forbids this. Transport
Development As we have identified, walking and the use of public transport characterise the way people move about in Camley Street. In addition, there is low car ownership. The overarching find- There is widespread support in the community for the continuation of Camley street’s ing is that, while there is a wealth of transport infrastructure within ten minutes’ walk, the role as a place of employment, with a range of commercial activities led by light indus- Camley Street neighbourhood itself is bereft of transport links. There are multiple calls for a try. Residents were clear, however, that housing, within a balance of types and tenures, bus service running through the neighbourhood, together with improved infrastructure for should be a priority for how development land should be apportioned. In addition, it is both cycling and walking. worth noting a large minority of residents (48%) are dissatisfied with the range of goods and services in the area, making a case for improved provision of civic, retail and com- Housing mercial leisure uses. Housing in Camley street is beyond the reach of people on average London incomes; it is not Employment surprising therefore that the vast majority of people would like to see a greater provision of affordable housing, within a broad mix of tenures. It is also interesting to note families are Camley Street already boasts a diversity of different industrial sectors, and spatial plan- far and away the group people feel are most in need; this may be connected to the issue of ning should seek to reinforce this trend. It is also a natural place for people to choose to overcrowding. At 15.6%, a significantly greater proportion of households in Camley Street live given its central location, positioned very close to many centres of employment. are overcrowded than for Camden generally. Taken as a whole, there is a clear enthusiasm both among workers and the businesses Social life that employ them, of Camley Street as an employment and trading location. Most busi- nesses are very established and have been present in the neighbourhood for many years. While there is good community spirit, opportunities for social activity in the Camley Street Moreover, in large part their staff enjoy short travel-to-work times. These factors indicate neighbourhood are limited, and it’s instructive a large minority of people (40%) feel it’s a
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Hard to reach better understand the overall opinions of the broader Camley Street’s community.
The survey results have been carefully monitored; this has revealed under-reporting in For this reason, we have chosen to reduce the ‘weight’ of the workers’ questionnaires, respect of a number of groups. Targeted events were set up specifically to include their since they were completed by a higher proportion of the workers than the resident ques- views in the data. tionnaire was completed by the resident population (31.00% vs 12.58%); it’s worth noting that this process has implications only on some of the common questions (particularly The main outcomes in terms of underrepresented community’s categories are as follows: those with multiple choices available). - people who live in rented properties (33.5% vs 60.0% Census 2011 figure); Therefore, we have applied a weighting of 40.65% to each worker’s response in order - people aged less than 35 years (23.2% vs 64.2% Census 2011 figure) and people aged to have figures that are comparable to the residents’ ones; this percentage has been less than 15 years in particular (0.0% vs 17.4% Census 2011 figure); derived by estimating the number of workers’ questionnaires that are equal to 12.58% of - people of Asian and Black ethnicities (4.1% and 2.7% vs 17.8% and 13.5% Census 2011 the work population (500x12.58%=63 in total). We use this to arrive at the weighting by figures); expressing this as a percentage of questionnaires completed (63/155=0.4065=40.65%). - Muslims people (3.4% vs 18.4% Census 2011 figure). A full explanation of the weighting methodology is provided in the Appendix 1. Local workers questionnaires: the weighting process
Customised questionnaires were distributed to local workers and business owners in or- der to gather their impressions about the Camley Street area; these questionnaires have ii. Non-survey been completed by 155 workers and 5 business owners, respectively. Many important aspects to the Evidence Base, for example economic issues and essential These figures are particularly outstanding when compared to the official figures regard- demographic information, are only available by accessing ‘non-survey’ data. The team has ing workplace population within the Camley Street’s area; the workplace’s analysis (based therefore gathered relevant non-survey data reflected in trusted sources such as Census, on the Camley Street ‘s workzone E33033038) estimates there are around 500 people the English Household Survey, the GLA dataset, the LB Camden database and other ‘open’ working in the area, so the collected questionnaires cover around 31.00% of the overall data. work population. The non-survey research has been conducted making reference to different territorial According to this, the total number of collected residents’ and workers’ questionnaires levels (UK, London, LB Camden, local wards and LSOAs) in order to gather an in depth is almost the same (151 and 155, respectively), although the proportions these groups understanding of different local issues, in relation to their broader figures. represent of the overall population is quite different, the resident population is thought LSOAs has been the preferred territorial level to gather specific and detailed information to be around 1,200 people, and the work population is about 500 people. about the local context (see map at page 9); Camley Street Neighbourhood Plan bound- Taking in consideration that, although customised, the different questionnaires share ary is partly covered by three different LSOAs (Camden 019C, 019D, 022B). some common questions, the need arises to compare the different figures in order to
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In order to reflect as much as possible the local context and to have a more accurate picture about the related non-survey figures, the considered LSOAs have been weighted according to different criteria, such as the portion of NP territory they cover and their rough popula- tion density; as a consequence, Camden 019C and 019D have been weighted to 30%, while Camden 022B to 0% since this doesn’t include any residential buildings within the Camley Street NP boundary.
The non-survey indicators and findings will be integrated with the survey phase in order to gain a proper understanding of the local context and its features.
iii. Mapping and observational
The evidence base also provides insights into the condition and functionality of essential aspects of the Camley Street neighbourhood such as transport infrastructure, public realm and open spaces through observation followed by the production of mapping layers.
Mapping activities have enable us to understand the spatial dynamics of several issues, such as the accessibility of key services, desire lines and the distribution of different economic activities.
Observation has also played a crucial role in establishing an understanding of some local aspects, for example use of facilities such as play areas and open spaces. Moreover, observa- tion allows a deeper understanding of ‘fear of crime’ issues and the overall physical quality of the neighbourhood.
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Camley Street - research indicators Themes Indicators/Questions Method Think about Camley Street and the Elm Village neighbourhood as a place, what is good about it? S (R,B,W) Think about Camley Street and the Elm Village neighbourhood as a place, what is bad about it? S (R,B,W) Looking forward 10 years, what sort of place would you like it to become S (R,B,W) Which of these issues do you feel should be given the greatest priority in Camley Street and Elm Village Neighbourhood? S (R,B,W) Usual resident population NS Overarching Age structure NS Break down of population to ethnic group NS Break down of population to religious affiliation NS Do you have any comments about the future of the Camley Street and Elm Village neighbourhood area that you have not already made? S (R,B,W)
Do you agree: ‘I am satisfied with the cleanliness of the area’ S (R) Do you agree: ‘I am satisfied with the physical appearance of the area’ S (R) Environmental Air pollution values (NO2, O3, PM10, PM2.5 annual means) NS Quality Do you have any comments you’d like to make about environmental quality? S (R)
Do you agree: ‘Parents should feel confident letting their children play in the streets around their homes’ S (R) Do you agree: ‘I feel safe walking through the neighbourhood after dark’ S (R) Do you agree: ‘There is a problem with reckless driving in the area’ S (R) Public safety Do you agree: ‘Anti-social activity is a serious problem in the area’ S (R) Reported crime per 1,000 residents NS Do you have any comments you’d like to make about public safety? S (R)
Considering the range of work that could take place in Camley Street, which of these groups do you feel is most appropriate? S (R) Do you agree: ‘Camley Street’s role as a place of employment is valuable, and it’s important that this forms key component of any future vision’ S (R,B,W) Soft target development opportunities M Development What do you think should have the greatest priority in the development of the Camley Street neighbourhood area? S (R) Do you agree: ‘I am satisfied with the range of goods and services available in Camley Street’ S (R,B,W) Do you have any comments you’d like to make about redevelopment? S (R)
% satisfaction with the local area as a business location S (B, W) Proportion of businesses saying they plan to invest in their businesses in next twelve months S (B) Age profile of businesses S (B) Proportion of businesses planning to move premises in the next twelve months S (B) A place of work Business owners comments about running a business in Camley Street S (B) Travel time to reach Camley Street's workplaces S (B, W) Local workers and business owners' residential postcodes S (B, W) Do you have any comments you'd like to make about the Camley Street area? S (B, W)
Industry profile of Workplace population employed in the Camley Street area NS Employment status of Camley Street residents NS Employment Distance travelled to work by Camley Street residents NS
Accessibility to Parks and Open Spaces M Assessment of Open Spaces M Sqm of green spaces per head of population NS Public Realm Do you agree: ‘The Camley Street area provides residents with good green space’ S (R,B,W) Do you agree: ‘The privately owned green spaces in the Camley Street neighbourhood make up for any deficiency in public space’ S (R) Do you have any comments you’d like to make about public spaces? S (R)
Thinking about your daily routine, what mode of transport would you prefer to use S (R) Car or vans availability NS Walking times from core residential areas to local centres M Transport Accessibility as determined by public transport reach M Local Transport Typologies, Routes & Connectivity to Wider London M Do you have any comments you’d like to make about transport? S (R)
Do you agree: ‘The provision of housing that is affordable for people on average incomes in the Camley Street neighbourhood should be a priority in any future vision’ S (R,B,W) Do you agree: ‘I am satisfied with my home and do not feel the need to make any changes’ S (R) House prices and Housing Affordability Ratios NS In providing housing, for which of the following groups do you feel there is the most urgent need? S (R) Housing Do you have any comments you’d like to make about Housing? S (R) Household composition NS Household size NS Proportion of households that are overcrowded NS
Do you agree: ‘The Camley Street neighbourhood is a great place to socialise and meet new people’ S (R) Are there places in the neighbourhood where people can hold community events or celebrations? If you answer yes, please list the places you are aware of S (R) Social life Do you have any comments you’d like to make about social life? S (R)
Do you agree: ‘The community should retain a strong influence in any future vision for the neighbourhood’ S (R,B,W) Governance Do you have any comments you’d like to make about governance? S (R)
Camley Street’s Index of Multiple Deprivation and Household’s Deprivation Dimensions NS Economic % of children living in poverty NS Deprivation, Health Proportions of people reporting very good, good, fair, bad or very bad health NS and Wellbeing
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Indicator Think about Camley Street and the Elm Village neighbourhood as a place, what is good about it? Camley Street and Elm Village neighbourhood, what is good about it? Finding Keyword analysis 193 people responded to this open question and, on the right, you can see the outcomes (193 responses) of a keyword analysis.
People particularly value its central location and the ability to access some of the most x72 Quiet x21 Transport attractive places and environments in north London, such as Regents Park, the Grand Union Canal and the wealth of cultural and social facilities. Residents note that its close- ness to Camden Town means there is easy access to busier places if you are in the mood for them; the neighbourhood itself, on the other hand, provides an oasis of calm – a place in which good neighbourliness is cherished. Specific examples of its civic culture include x40 Community x20 Central the presence of community facilities such as the Garden Society and allotments and a willingness to help others with everyday needs.
Having said this, its notable that, while Elm Village is attractive, with a good sense of com- munity and excellent housing, Camley Street is seen as more problematic. Some people x26 Green x18 Canal suggest the physical character of Elm Village should be extended to Camley Street.
Theoretical assumption This indicator illustrates local community’s overall satisfaction about their neighbour- x24 Location x12 Peace hood and what they recognise as particularly valuable in it; this may inform the future policy proposals for the Camley Street and Elm Village area.
Source Street Survey, hard-copy and online questionnaires (September 2015); residents, busi- x23 Friendly x10 Oasis ness owners and workers (NOT weighted) responses.
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Indicator Think about Camley Street and the Elm Village neighbourhood as a place, what is bad about it? Camley Street and Elm Village neighbourhood, what is bad about it? Finding Keyword analysis 184 people responded to this open question and the main outcomes are displayed on (184 responses) the right, as a result of a keyword analysis.
Where comments about specific topics have been made, these have been integrated into x16 Rubbish x12 Safety the relevant section of this document. In addition to the issues captured in the key word analysis, however, an overview of concerns is provided below.
People are concerned about general levels of connectivity; it is ‘a bit of a walk to the (No) Bus route, Anti-social nearest bus stop.’ People are also unhappy about the emergence of a ‘buy to let’ culture, x15 x12 apparently in contravention of rules put in place by Places for People (PfP), the Housing transport behaviours Association responsible for running Elm Village. Moreover, a number of people have expressed dissatisfaction with the service provides by PfP. The purchase of property for investment is linked to other important concerns – the lack of affordable housing for local people and the presence of a significant transient population who have little or no x14 Drug-dealing x11 Litter concern for place or community.
Theoretical assumption This indicator sheds light on what local residents and workers currently don’t like about x13 Developments the neighbourhood and what they would like to change in the near future; this will x11 Noise support the setting of some priorities in terms of policy proposals for the future of the Camley Street and Elm Village area.
Source x13 (No) Shops x9 Cleanliness Street Survey, hard-copy and online questionnaires (September 2015); residents, busi- ness owners and workers (NOT weighted) responses.
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Indicator Source Looking forward 10 years, what sort of place would you like it to become Street Survey, hard-copy and online questionnaires (September 2015); residents, business owners and workers (NOT weighted) responses. Finding 185 people responded to this open question and and, on the right, you can see the out- Looking forward 10 years, what sort of place would you like it to become? comes of a keyword analysis. Keyword analysis (185 responses) As the keywords analysis suggests, residents (and this is a view largely shared by people who work in the area) wish to retain the balance of housing and employment uses, but for these uses to be developed and strengthened, with an eye to providing more homes x42 Community x22 Safe and job opportunities for local people. They would also like to see more shops and facili- ties for social interaction, such as cafes and community centres.
Many people also want future plans to take care to preserve the tranquil, community Employment/ x33 x15 Affordable centric character of the neighbourhood. People see this character as threatened by vari- Work ous forms of anti-social and criminal activity, eroding their sense of safety and security. As a result, people would like to see the public realm improved, in order not only to address these problems, but also to create an expanded canvas for civic activity, for example, through additional street lighting, better canal access and the provision of additional x32 Housing x12 Developments green space.
Many people identify with the civic values of Elm Village, and feel these offer a clue as to how the wider Camley Street area could be developed. x29 Green x12 Mix Theoretical assumption This indicator highlights which are some of the community’s priorities for the future de- velopment of their neighbourhood; these will inform the Camley Street Neighbourhood Plan policy proposals and future actions to improve the area. x25 Similar x9 Clean
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Indicator Which of these issues do you feel should be given the greatest priority (Public and Green Spaces, Transport, Environmental Issues, Public Health, Housing, Employment) in Camley Street and Elm Village Neighbourhood?
Finding Which of these issues do you feel should be given The expressed choices for this question were 667 in total (499 if we weight the workers’ the greatest priority in Camley Street and Elm questionnaires) and the most selected option is ‘public and green spaces’ that has been Village neighbourhood? mentioned in 23.4% of the multiple choices; other preferred options are ‘housing’ (20.3%) (499 multiple choices, 146 preferences) and ‘employment’ (19.6%) that has been particularly chosen by Camley Street’s workers. 40%
Moreover, 195 respondents highlighted a preferred issue (counting for 146 after the 30% weighting process); the proportions are quite similar to the previous ones, with ‘public and green spaces, ‘employment’ and ‘housing’ that make up 27.6%, 26.6% and 22.9%, 20% respectively. 10%
There is a shared vision with residents that the future of the area needs to reflect a bal- 0% Public and Transport Public health Housing Employment Other/ ance of different land uses: ‘a balance of housing, green space and business units;’ this is Environmental Green spaces Issues Not stated perceived as key to avoiding the sterile outcomes that people associate with the most recent developments. Multiple choices
Theoretical assumption Preferences This indicator shows local residents’ and workers’ priorities in terms of policy develop- ment in the Neighbourhood Plan.
Source Street Survey, hard-copy and online questionnaires (September 2015); residents, busi- ness owners and workers (weighted) responses.
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Indicator Indicator Usual resident population Age structure
Finding Finding There are 1.198 people living in the Camley Street area, according to Census 2011. People aged 30-44 are the largest demographic within the Camley Street NP area making The estimate is based on the two LSOAs (Camden 019C, 019D) that partly cover the Cam- up 27,5% of the overall population; the second largest demographic consists of people aged ley Street Neighbourhood Plan (NP) area; to give more accuracy to the estimate the two 16-24, which make up 20,5% of the population, outperforming both Camden (14,8%) and LSOAs have been weighted (30% each), according to the portion of territory they cover London (12,3%). and their rough territorial density. On the other hand, people aged 45 or more make up 22,1% of the Camley Street NP popu- Theoretical assumption lation; this data shows a smaller proportion of adults (aged 45-64) and seniors (aged 65 or Population size will provide the baseline information that will then enable analyses and more) in comparison with both the Camden (30,3%) and London (32,3%) figures. forecasts to be made. Theoretical assumption Source Key demographic information to inform forecasting and current and future provision of Usual resident population (Census 2011; LSOA). infrastructure and key services.
Source Age Structure (Census 2011; LSOA, LA, Region).
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Age distributions of Usual Resident Population in 2011 across different geographic areas
Age distribution within Camley Street area Age distribution within London (LSOA 2011) (Region 2011) 3% 2% 0% 2% 3% 4% 6% 17% 0-15 19% 0-15 4% 16-24 16-24 13% 25-29 25-29 30-44 30-44
45-59 17% 12% 45-59 20% 60-64 60-64 65-74 65-74
27% 75-84 10% 75-84 85 and over 85 and over 13% 25%
Age distribution within Camden (LA 2011) 1% 4% 6% 16% 0-15 4% 16-24 25-29 30-44 15% 15% 45-59 60-64 65-74
12% 75-84 85 and over 27%
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Indicator Break down of population to ethnic group
Finding The population’s ethnicity in Camley Street doesn’t show significant variations in compar- ison with London figures.
Nevertheless, the proportion of white ethnicity population is smaller than in Camden (57.1% vs 66.3% Camden data); on the other hand, the proportion of black people in Camley Street is bigger than the Camden average (13.5% vs 8.2% Camden figure).
Theoretical assumption Ethnicity could carry implications for policy around housing, educational provision and public realm; in combination with the findings from other indicators, this data can be used to guide provision in these policy areas.
Source Ethnic group (Census 2011; LSOA, LA, Region).
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Ethnic distribution in 2011 across different geographic areas
EthnicEthnic distributionEthnic Distribution Distribution within Camley Street area Ethnic distribution within London (LSOA,(LSOA, 2001)(LSOA 2001) 2011) (Region 2011) 3% 5%3% 13% 14%17% White White White White 10% Mixed Mixed Mixed AsianMixed Asian BlackAsianAsian 19% Black 18% 57% 67% 60% OtherBlackBlack Other 3% Other Other 5% 7%
Ethnic distribution within Camden (LA 2011)
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Indicator Break down of population to religious affiliation
Finding The Camley Street population break down according to religious affiliation shows similar figures to Camden and London.
The only religious groups that have slightly different figures in comparison with the Borough’s average figures are Jewish and Muslim; while the proportion of Jewish people in Camley Street is very limited (0.5% vs 4.5% Camden figure), the Muslim population is bigger than the borough’s average (18.4% vs 12.1% Camden figure).
Theoretical assumption Religious affiliation, as for ethnicity, may carry implications for policy around social in- frastructure, educational provision and public realm. Once we have established how this plays out, this indicator can be used to guide provision in these policy areas.
Source Religion (Census 2011; LSOA, LA, Region).
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Religion distribution in 2011 across different geographic areas
Religion distribution within Camley Street area Religion distribution within London (LSOA 2011) (Region 2011) 3% 8%
9% 20% Christian Christian 34% Jewish Jewish Muslim Muslim 48% No religion 21% No religion Religion not stated Religion not stated
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Religion distribution within Camden (LA 2011)
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20% Christian 34% Jewish Muslim No religion Religion not stated Other religion 25% 5%
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Indicator Source Do you have any comments about the future of the Camley Street and Elm Village neigh- Street Survey, hard-copy and online questionnaires (September 2015); residents, business bourhood area that you have not already made? owners and workers (NOT weighted) responses.
Finding 78 people responded to this open question and and, on the right, you can see the out- Any comments about the future of the Camley Street and Elm Village comes of a keyword analysis. neighbourhood area? Keyword analysis Feed back to this question prompted some people to put forward specific policy ideas. (78 responses) These are best captured in quotes, - conditions should be attached to social housing such that ‘they should be only for key workers near their place of work and that they can only be sold to first time buyers intending x23 Work/Job x6 Council to live there and at no more than 10% profit’ - ‘the northern end of Camley Street needs to be opened to traffic, transport and accessibility and to combat antisocial use’ - ‘let’s develop it the way we want and keep all the money (profit and revenue) local and spend it on local things’ x10 Traffic x5 Great - ‘future commercial tenants should be selected according to their fit with “neighbourhood needs’”
Responses in the workers’ survey indicate people are very concerned about the threat to x8 Living x4 Residents their places of employment. Relocation of businesses could mean having to travel much longer distances to get to work, or even the loss of their job altogether. Workers would like to see more attention paid to their needs, and not just those of students, accom- modation and facilities for whom seem to be encroaching further and further into the neighbourhood. x6 Developments x4 Housing
Theoretical assumption This indicator is useful to understand local community’s opinions about the neighbour- hood, which have not been expressed in the previous questions; this will inform future policy proposals with more qualitative information. 22 Environmental Quality
23 II. Environmental Quality
Indicator Do you agree: ‘I am satisfied with the cleanliness of the area’
Finding 40.1% of the 152 people who responded either disagree or strongly disagree with this I am satisfied with the cleanliness of the area statement; this figure slightly outperforms the proportion of people who agree or strong- (152 responses) ly agree with the statement (38.2%). 2% 36% 22% 30% 10% Not sure/ Strongly On the other hand, there is a considerably high proportion of people who are not sure Strongly Agree Disagree don’t answer Disagree about the statement or did not respond to the question (21.7%) Agree
Theoretical assumption This indicator is useful to assess the community overall satisfaction regarding the cleanli- ness and appearance of their area.
Source Street Survey, hard-copy and online questionnaires (September 2015); residents respons- es.
24 II. Environmental Quality
Indicator Do you agree: ‘I am satisfied with the physical appearance of the area’
Finding The majority of the 152 people who responded are satisfied with the physical appear- I am satisfied with the physical appearance of the area ance of the area; the proportion of people who agree or strongly agree with this state- (152 responses) ment is 56.6%. 5% 51% 14% 26% 4% Not sure/ Strongly On the other hand, just 29.6% of the respondents seem to be unsatisfied by the area’s Strongly Agree Disagree don’t answer Disagree appearance, of which just 3.9% are in strong disagreement with the statement. Agree
Finally, the proportion of people who don’t have an opinion about or did not respond to the question is 13.8%.
Theoretical assumption This indicator is useful to assess the community’s overall satisfaction regarding the physi- cal appearance of their area, and may inform improvements of it.
Source Street Survey, hard-copy and online questionnaires (September 2015); residents respons- es.
25 II. Environmental Quality
Indicator It’s worth noting that although residential areas are not particularly affected by air pollution Air pollution values (NO2, O3, PM10, PM2.5 annual means) conditions (apart from NO2 concentrations), some of the main roads and junctions show high air pollution values; anyway, since the public do not normally have access to these Finding areas, these are not generally considered as areas of relevant exposure for the assessment of London Air Quality Network identifies four pollutants that are known to be particularly EU Limit Values and UK air quality. harmful to human health, where their long-term concentrations are too high; these are: - Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2); Theoretical assumption - Ozone (O3); Air quality is an important indicator to assess environmental performance, health and - PM10 particulates (PM10); wellbeing conditions in a specific area; long-term exposure to some pollutants, such as the - PM2.5 particulates (PM2.5). above-mentioned ones in the case of London, is known to have an effect on human health.
UK National Air Quality Objectives and Strategy (issued by DEFRA), in compliance with EU Source regulations (EU Ambient Air Quality Directive), has set-up pollutants limit and target val- Londonair.org.uk, ues to guarantee healthy living conditions; the UK target values for the above-mentioned Summary Report 2013 (London Air Quality Network), pollutants in urban environments are as follows: National Air Quality Objectives (DEFRA). - NO2, 40 μg/m3 (annual mean); - O3, 100 μg/m3 (annual mean); - PM10, 40 μg/m3 (annual mean); - PM2.5, 25 μg/m3 (annual mean); target of 20% reduction per year in concentrations at urban background (2015-2020).
The air pollution findings regarding Camley Street show that the area doesn’t have any significant air pollution condition; the only exception is the NO2 concentration, that is slightly higher than the target value of 40 μg/m3. The annual means (2010 measurements) for each air pollutant are below limit values and are as follows: - NO2, 40-46 μg/m3; - O3, 30-36 μg/m3; - PM10, 22-25 μg/m3; - PM2.5, 15 μg/m3.
26 II. Environmental Quality
Modelled annual mean NO2 air pollution Modelled annual mean PM2.5 air pollution (2010 measurements) (2010 measurements)
Modelled annual mean O3 air pollution Modelled annual mean PM10 air pollution (2010 measurements) (2010 measurements)
27 II. Environmental Quality
Indicator Do you have any comments you’d like to make about environmental quality?
Finding Environmental Quality - Keyword analysis 89 people responded to this question and and, on the right, you can see the outcomes of (89 responses) a keyword analysis.
As the key word search suggests, there is a great deal of concern about how waste is x23 Bins x9 Fly-tipping managed in the neighbourhood. Many people, both residents and workers, are appalled by the overall state of cleanliness. The bins in Camley street and St Pancras Way are regu- larly overflowing, and Camley street itself is used for fly-tipping. There is a concern waste left strewn around the area will attract rats and foxes. A more robust regime for dealing with waste is therefore demanded, and this could be combined with environmental up- x21 Rubbish x8 Dump grades, for example an improved system for recycling. There is an appetite for civil action to achieve these ends.
Unsightly places include the area under Camley railway bridge and at the junctions of Camley Street and Barker Drive and Crofters Way. x18 Litter x7 Recycling
Dog poo is a perennial concern; it is suggested that the green spaces should be kept dog free on public health grounds, particularly as they are one of the most popular spaces for children to play. x15 Clean x6 Green Theoretical assumption This indicator is useful to gather additional the community impressions and concerns about the environmental quality of their neighbourhood. x13 Dog poo x5 Dirty Source Street Survey, hard-copy and online questionnaires (September 2015); residents respons- es.
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29 III. Public Safety
Indicator Do you agree: ‘Parents should feel confident letting their children play in the streets around their homes’
Finding The vast majority of the 151 people who responded to this question either agree or Parents should feel confident letting their children play strongly agree with this statement; the overall proportion is 76.8%. in the streets around their homes (151 responses) On the other hand, just 9,3% of the respondents disagree or strongly disagree with this statement; the proportion of people who don’t have an opinion about or did not respond 41% 36% 14% 5% 4% to the question is 13.9%. Not sure/ Strongly Strongly Agree Agree don’t answer Disagree It’s worth noting that several people highlight ‘should’ in the question’s text; this could Disagree mean that some of the respondents think that in theory there should be the opportunity to let children play in the streets, but this is not currently an option due to other reasons.
Theoretical assumption This indicator is useful to assess the community feelings about street safety and to inform the future proposals regarding road layout changes and playing opportunities in the area.
Source Street Survey, hard-copy and online questionnaires (September 2015); residents respons- es.
30 III. Public Safety
Indicator Do you agree: ‘I feel safe walking through the neighbourhood after dark’
Finding 55.3% of the 152 people who responded to this question confirm to feel safe in walking through the neighbourhood even after dark; on the other hand, 22.4% of the respon- I feel safe walking through the neighbourhood after dents disagree or strongly disagree with this statement. dark (152 responses) The proportion of people who didn’t have an opinion about it or who didn’t answer the question is 22.4% as well. 11% 44% 22% 15% 7% Not sure/ Strongly Strongly Agree Disagree Theoretical assumption Agree don’t answer Disagree This indicator is useful to understand the community’s attitude towards safety in Camley Street and Elm Village.
Source Street Survey, hard-copy and online questionnaires (September 2015); residents respons- es.
31 III. Public Safety
Indicator Do you agree: ‘There is a problem with reckless driving in the area’
Finding The 152 people who responded to this question have very different opinions about the There is a problem with reckless driving in the area impact of reckless driving in the Camley Street and Elm Village area. (151 responses)
The questionnaires’ answers highlight the predominance of people who either disagree 5% 25% 32% 33% 5% or strongly disagree with this statement, make up 38.2% of the total responses. Strongly Not sure/don’t Strongly Agree Disagree Agree answer Disagree It’s worth noting than there are more people who either don’t have an opinion about or didn’t answer to the question (31.6%), in comparison with people who agree with the statement (30.3%).
Theoretical assumption This indicator assesses community attitudes about street safety and may inform future proposals regarding road layout modifications and traffic calming measures.
Source Street Survey, hard-copy and online questionnaires (September 2015); residents respons- es.
32 III. Public Safety
Indicator Do you agree: ‘Anti-social activity is a serious problem in the area’
Finding 151 people responded to this question and a slight majority of the respondents either Anti-social activity is a serious problem in the area strongly agree or agree with this statement, meaning that they consider anti-social be- (151 responses) haviours a serious problem in the area; they make up 37.1% of the total answers. 10% 27% 27% 32% 4% On the other hand, people who either strongly disagree or disagree with this statement Strongly Not sure/don’t Strongly Agree Disagree are 35.8%, while 27.2% of respondents either don’t have an opinion about or they didn’t Agree answer Disagree respond to this question.
Theoretical assumption This indicator highlights local residents’ concerns and opinions about anti-social be- haviours in the area and how these can be tackled throughout appropriate interventions.
Source Street Survey, hard-copy and online questionnaires (September 2015); residents respons- es.
33 III. Public Safety
Indicator Theoretical assumption Reported crime per 1,000 residents The actual incidence of crime is a useful comparator for people’s perception of crime in their area. Finding From 2013 to 2014, the average crime rate of the Camden - St. Pancras and Somers Town Source Ward (the one of Camley Street) was 89.6, higher than the London average (82.8), but Ward Profiles (London Datastore, 2014). considerably lower in comparison to the Camden figure (124.4).
The comparison with Camden figures shows a smaller proportion of Robbery (2.6 vs 4.1), Theft and Handling (40.6 vs 67.1), Criminal Damage (6.0 vs 6.9) and Drugs (4.5 vs 9); on the other hand, Violence against the person (24.0 vs 20.2) and Deliberate fires (0.4 vs 0.3) data are higher in Camley Street.
Camden - St. Pancras and Somers Town Camden London England and Wales Source:
Crime rate - 2013/14 89,6 124,4 82,8 65,3 Metropolitan Police Service
Violence against the person rate - 2013/14 24,0 20,2 18,2 11,1 Metropolitan Police Service
Robbery rate - 2013/14 2,6 4,1 3,3 1,0 Metropolitan Police Service
Theft and Handling rate - 2013/14 40,6 67,1 35,7 32,4 Metropolitan Police Service
Criminal Damage rate - 2013/14 6,0 6,9 6,7 8,9 Metropolitan Police Service
Drugs rate - 2013/14 4,5 9,0 5,9 3,5 Metropolitan Police Service
Deliberate Fires per 1,000 population - 2014 0,4 0,3 0,5 n/a London Fire and Emergency Planning Authority
34 III. Public Safety
Indicator Do you have any comments you’d like to make about public safety?
Finding 82 people respond to this open question and and, on the right, you can see the out- Public Safety - Keyword analysis comes of a keyword analysis. (82 responses)
Residents in the neighbourhood have a particular concern about fast driving by motor- ists and moped drivers. Camley Street itself is regarded as an unfriendly place for pedes- x21 Drivers x8 Street sign trians, and unsuitable for children’s play. There is also a problem with abandoned cars, particularly as this contributes to the atmosphere of urban decay may trigger other forms of criminal and anti-social activity.
People also feel unsafe at night as a result of inadequate street lighting; this is true for x18 Lighting x7 Camera/CCTV Camley Street, Barker Drive and around the Elm Village open space and under the bridge by the garages.
In terms of local crime, ‘low-level’ drug dealing is the issue most often cited. This is linked to people’s concern about poor lighting as it creates dark corners where transactions can x15 Safe x6 Dark take place. Their presence undermines residents’ sense of safety.
Theoretical assumption This indicator sheds light on the community-feeling regarding Camley Street and Elm x15 Speed x6 Police Village safety.
Source Street Survey, hard-copy and online questionnaires (September 2015); residents respons- es. x9 Drug dealing x5 Unsafe
35 36 Development
37 IV. Development
Indicator Considering the range of work that could take place in Camley Street, which of these groups (light industrial, shops, offices, others) do you feel is most appropriate?
Finding Considering the range of work that could take place in Camley The selected choices regarding the kind of work that could take place in Camley Street Street, which of these groups do you feel is most appropriate were 251; light industrial is the most mentioned answer and make up 37.8%, while shops (251 multiple choices, 110 preferences) and offices make up 34.7% and 23.5%, respectively. 70%
60% Moreover, 110 people either expressed a preference among the different options or 50% selected just one option; in this case, almost half of the respondents highlight ‘light industrial’ as their favourite range of work that could take place in Camley Street, while 40% 39.1% choose shops and 23.5% express a preference for office spaces. 30%
20% Theoretical assumption This indicator highlights community priorities regarding the future developments that 10% could take place in Camley Street. 0% Light Industrial Shops Offices Other/Not Stated
Source Multiple choices Street Survey, hard-copy and online questionnaires (September 2015); residents respons- es. Preferences
38 IV. Development
Indicator Do you agree: ‘Camley Street’s role as a place of employment is valuable, and it’s import- ant that this forms key component of any future vision’
Finding Among the 311 people who responded to this question (counting for 219 after the Camley Street’s role as a place of employment weighting process), the vast majority either agree or strongly agree with this statement, is valuable and it’s important that this forms key recognising the importance of Camley Street as a place of employment; this make up component of any future vision almost 70.0% of the total answers. (219 responses)
It’s worth noting than there are way more people who either don’t have an opinion 30% 39% 23% 5% 3% about or didn’t answer to the question (23.4%), in comparison with people who generally Not sure/don’t Strongly Strongly Agree disagree with this statement (7.3%). Agree answer Disagree Disagree Theoretical assumption This indicator illustrates the local residents’ and workers’ opinions about the importance of employment and workplaces in the area; this may inform any future vision regarding the development of Camley Street and Elm Village area.
Source Street Survey, hard-copy and online questionnaires (September 2015); residents, busi- ness owners and workers (weighted) responses.
39 IV. Development
Indicator Soft target development opportunities
Finding There are a number of large light industrial spaces that incorporate large car-parks. These spaces within the neighbourhood represent a combined area of approximately 4ha
Site 1 includes the area currently occupied by the Camden Garden Centre. The space has a number of large forecourts and outdoor spaces attributed to light industrial uses. The space represents approximately 0.3ha
Site 2 represents a linear stretch of mainly large forecourts used for car parking and also light industrial uses. The strip is located towards the rear of the Garden Centre and runs to east to Camley Street. The space represents approximately 0.5ha
Site 3 and 4 are two large car parking areas belonging to the flats of 120 - 142 Barker Drive. The space represents approximately 0.2ha
Site 5 defines the area referred to as the industrial quarter of the neighbourhood, encompassing much of Cedar Way and vehicle repair businesses to the north of the neighbourhood. The combined area of the industrial space represents approximately 3ha
Sites 6 and 7 represent areas of Camley Street (101 and 102) which have already been approved for development.
Theoretical Assumption This mapping layer gives an indication to parts of the neighbourhood which may be susceptible to development in the future.
40 IV. Development
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41 IV. Development
Indicator What do you think should have the greatest priority (housing, employment, shops, com- mercial leisure) in the development of the Camley Street neighbourhood area?
Finding The overall multiple choices regarding the priorities for the future development of the Camley Street neighbourhood area were 293 were; ‘housing’ is the most mentioned, mak- What do you think should have the greatest priority in the ing up 32.1% of the overall answers, while ‘employment’, ‘shops’ and ‘commercial leisure’ development of Camley Street neighbourhood area make up 25.9%, 20.5% and 20.1%, respectively. (293 multiple choices, 119 preferences) 70%
Moreover, 119 people either expressed a preference or selected just one option; among 60% these, ‘housing’ is again the preferred option, counting for 42.0% of the total answers. 50%
40% The second most selected preference is ‘commercial leisure’, that makes up 21.8% of the total preferences; it’s worth noting that ‘commercial leisure’ was the 4th options in terms 30% of multiple choices. 20%
10% Finally, ‘employment’ and ‘shops’ make up 21.0% and 15.0% of the total preferences. 0% Housing Employment Shops Commercial Other/Not Stated Theoretical assumption leisure This indicator looks at which are the local residents’ priorities regarding the future devel- Multiple choices opment of the Camley Street neighbourhood area; this may inform the future policies proposals for the area. Preferences
Source Street Survey, hard-copy and online questionnaires (September 2015); residents respons- es.
42 IV. Development
Indicator Do you agree: ‘I am satisfied with the range of goods and services available in Camley Street’
Finding The slight majority of the 311 people who responded to this question (219 after weight- I am satisfied with the range of goods and services ing the workers’ questionnaires) either strongly agree or agree with this statement, available in Camley Street meaning that they are satisfied by the range of goods and services available in their area; (219 responses) they make up 39.5% of the total answers. 9% 30% 22% 28% 11% On the other hand, 38.4% of the respondents are generally not satisfied by the range of Strongly Not sure/ Strongly Agree Disagree goods and services available, while a quite consistent proportion of respondents (22.2%) Agree don’t answer Disagree either don’t have an opinion about or didn’t answer the question.
Theoretical assumption This indicator illustrates local residents’ and workers’ opinions about the available ser- vices and goods in the area; this gives indications as to future developments’ policies for the Camley Street neighbourhood area.
Source Street Survey, hard-copy and online questionnaires (September 2015); residents, busi- ness owners and workers (weighted) responses.
43 IV. Development
Indicator Do you have any comments you’d like to make about redevelopment?
Finding 83 people respond to this open question and, on the right, you can see the outcomes of Development - Keyword analysis a keyword analysis. (83 responses)
There is a widespread awareness that any additional housing needs to be accompanied by more infrastructure and services to support it. Essentially, people are looking for a balance that addresses the perceived short-comings in key services. For most people, the x20 Housing x7 Cafe co-op is a boon, but they’d like to see more shops, perhaps selling fresh produce togeth- er with places for social gatherings such as restaurants, cafes and a gym facility. Others, however, feel there are enough shops and cafes in Camden and any new ones in Camley Street would threaten is tranquillity and uniqueness. Lastly, it is felt that any additional employment space should provide jobs for people living in the neighbourhood. x20 Shops x6 Affordable
Theoretical assumption This indicator is useful to understand community’s impressions and concerns about future developments opportunities that can take place in the neighbourhood. x13 Co-op x6 Student
Source Street Survey, hard-copy and online questionnaires (September 2015); residents respons- es. x8 Community x5 High rise/density
x8 Industrial x4 Mix
44 A place of work
45 V. A place of work
Indicator % satisfaction with the local area as a business location
Finding All the business owners who responded to the questionnaire confirm the huge impor- tance of Camley Street for the success of their businesses; the 5 business owners strongly agree with the statement, meaning that they consider Camley Street an excellent place to run a business.
Theoretical assumption This indicator helps understand whether Camley Street, taken as a whole, is suitable as a business location.
Source Street Survey, hard-copy questionnaires (September 2015); business owners responses.
100% of business owners confirm that Camley Street, as a location, has a huge role for the success of their businesses
46 V. A place of work
Indicator Proportion of businesses saying they plan to invest in their businesses in the next twelve months
Finding On this question, the business owners’ opinions differ, reflecting the different condition of each business. 40% of the business owners confirm that they want to make major investment (equivalent to 10% of annual turn over) in the near future, while 60% do not.
Theoretical assumption This indicator illustrates business owners willingness to invest in their own businesses in the near future and the confidence they have in the trading environment in the short- term, as well as Camley Street as a business location.
Source Street Survey, hard-copy questionnaires (September 2015); business owners responses.
40% of business owners confirm that they want to make major investment (equivalent to 10% of annual turn over) in their businesses
47 V. A place of work
Indicator Age profile of businesses
Finding The survey conducted among local business owners sheds light on the importance of these businesses in relation to the local community; the 5 business owners who complet- ed the questionnaire confirmed that their businesses are aged more than 20 years.
Theoretical assumption This indicator looks at the local importance of businesses, trying to evaluate the inte- gration between those businesses and the local community; it also provides a guide as to the stability of the business and the potential economic and social costs if they were forced to relocate.
Source Street Survey, hard-copy questionnaires (September 2015); business owners responses.
100% of business owners confirm that their businesses have been in the Camley Street area for more than 20 years
48 V. A place of work
Indicator Proportion of businesses planning to move premises in the next twelve months
Finding The 5 business owners who responded to the survey confirm that they do not wish to move business premises or to relocate outside Camley Street in the next twelve months. This could be related to many aspects that have been highlighted in different sections of the questionnaire, such as the long-standing history of their business in the neighbour- hood or the excellent location.
Theoretical assumption This indicator illustrates business owners’ opinions about the possibility of relocating outside the neighbourhood; this provides a guide as to the suitability of Camley Street as a business location, as well as its central location as one of the drivers for the success of local businesses.
Source Street Survey, hard-copy questionnaires (September 2015); business owners responses.
100% of business owners do not wish to move business premises or to relocate outside Camley Street in the next twelve months
49 V. A place of work
Indicator Business owners comments about running a business in Camley Street
Finding The opinions of the three business owners who responded to this question are as follows: - ‘We love running a business in Camley Street, it is a fantastic place to work’; - ‘Excellent location’; - ‘We have been in Camley Street since 1985. Our business is mainly local: schools, universities, hospitals, etc. Our staff also lives locally’
The business owners’ opinions highlight, once again, the excellence of Camley Street as a location in particular, local networks of customers, suppliers and employees are put forward as an explanation as to why businesses view Camley Street as a good trading location.
Theoretical assumption This indicator sheds light on business owners’ opinions regarding Camley Street as a place where to run a business; these comments may inform future strategies to address local businesses needs, with particular regard to development opportunities.
Source Street Survey, hard-copy questionnaires (September 2015); business owners responses.
50 V. A place of work
Indicator Travel time to reach Camley Street’s workplaces Travel time to reach Camley Street’s workplaces (160 responses) Finding This question has been addressed to both business owners and workers employed within Less than 30 minutes the Camley Street neigbhourhood; 160 people responded. - 30.0% (48 responses)
The majority of the respondents (40.0%) travel between 30 minutes and 1 hour to reach their workplace; another 30.0% of respondents highlight that their journeys are shorter Between 30 minutes and 1 hour than 30 minutes. 40.0% (64 responses)
On the other hand, 24.4% of respondents travel more than 1 hour to reach their work- places, while 5.6% did not state any answer to this question. Between 1 hour and 1 hour 30 minutes 20.6% (33 responses) This indicator illustrates local businesses reliance on local workers or employees that live within a short distance from Camley Street’s workplaces.
More than 1 hour 30 minutes In addition, as people coming into the area on a regular basis they are well aware of the + 3.8% (6 responses) accessibility issues, and the call among workers for improved bus services is repeated again and again.
Not stated Theoretical assumption 5.6% (9 responses) Travel to work times is a key measure of environmental sustainability; short journey times suggest a close relationship between economic centres and the broader urban context.
Source Street Survey, hard-copy questionnaires (September 2015); business owners and worker (NOT weighted) responses.
51 V. A place of work
Indicator Local workers and business owners’ residential postcodes Local workers and business owners’ residential postcodes Finding (127 responses) 127 workers and business owners responded to this question, informing us about their place of residence; the vast majority of the respondents (32.3%) live in North London, , Territorial areas while a smaller proportion live in East London (15.0%), North-West London (13.4%) and - North London: 45 responses (32.3%) South-East London (7.9%). - East London: 19 responses (15.0%) - North-West London: 17 responses (13.4%) The neighbourhoods where most workers and business owners come from are Islington - South-East London: 10 responses (7.9%) (N1 - 15 responses), Leyton (E10 - 5 responses), Camden Town (NW1 - 4 responses). Neighbourhoods Other neighbourhoods that show a notable presence of people who work in Camley - Islington (N1): 15 responses Street are Tottenham (N17 - 4 responses), Finsbury Park (N4 - 4 responses), Cricklewood - Leyton (E10): 5 responses (NW2 - 4 responses) and Ilford (IG1 - 4 responses). - Camden Town (NW1): 4 responses - Tottenham (N17): 4 responses Theoretical assumption - Finsbury Park (N4): 4 responses This indicator looks at workers and business owners’ places of residence to see which are - Cricklewood (NW2): 4 responses the main neighbourhoods of origin; in order to understand the relationship between - Ilford (IG1): 4 responses Camley Street and its urban context.
Source Street Survey, hard-copy questionnaires (September 2015); business owners and worker (NOT weighted) responses.
52 V. A place of work
Indicator Do you have any comments you’d like to make about the Camley Street area?
Finding 55 respondents had comments about the Camley Street area and, on the right, you can Comments about the Camley Street Area - Keyword analysis see the outcomes of a keyword analysis. (55 responses)
Many workers and business owners highlight that Camley Street is a great location to work, thanks to its community feeling and green spaces; on the other hand, some re- x11 Bus route x3 Police//No safety spondents express concerns about the overall safety of the area, particularly at night. Given some of the workers work at night, their comments on the threatening mood of the area after dark has a particular resonance.
Great location Respondents express satisfaction with the local employment opportunities, but they x9 x3 More shops & would like to see more jobs available particularly for the local community. to work businesses
At the same time, the respondents underline two specific needs within the area; the necessity to provide affordable housing for workers and the request for a bus route/stop that connects the neighbourhood with King’s Cross and Camden Town. x9 More jobs x3 Central
Theoretical assumption This indicator illustrates business owners’ and workers’ general opinions about the Camley Street area; this indicator may inform future policies with qualitative information Easy access// x8 x2 Safe regarding the area and the specific needs of local business workers. Transportation
Source Street Survey, hard-copy questionnaires (September 2015); business owners and worker Build affordable (NOT weighted) responses. x5 x2 Too student-oriented housing
53 54 Employment
55 VI. Employment
Indicator Source Industry profile of Workplace population employed in the Camley Street area Industry (Workplace population) (Census 2011; WZ, LA, Region).
Finding The industry profile of Camley Street, according to the number of workers (aged 16-74) in employment in the area in 2011 (roughly 500 people), shows some interesting findings if compared both to Camden and London industry profiles; it has a considerably higher proportion of workers employed in ‘manufacturing’ (9.1% vs 1.8% and 3.2% Camden and London figures) and ‘distribution, retail trade, accommodation and food service’ (38.0% vs 14.3% and 17.9% Camden and London figures).
On the other hand, the study area shows a smaller proportion of people working in pro- fessions, such as ‘financial, real estate, professional and administrative’ sector (12.2% vs 30.6% and 28.1% Camden and London figures) and ‘public administration, education and health’ (13.3% vs 27.6% and 25.2% Camden and London figures).
Finally, ‘transport, storage and communication’ sector deserves a special mention since the different geographical areas’ figures are comparable (15.8% vs 14.4% and 12.4% Cam- den and London figures) but the relevance of the sub-sectors (‘H-transport and storage’, ‘J-information and communication’) is completely different; Camley Street shows a higher proportion of workers employed in the ‘transport and storage’ sector (11.8% vs 4.1% and 5.4% Camden and London figures) but it has a smaller percentage of ‘information and communication’ workers (4.0% vs 10.3% and 7% Camden and London figures).
Theoretical assumption The profile of local industry has a direct hearing on spatial planning; in the case of Camley Street, the high proportion of light industry implies the need for large unitary buildings and can potentially lead to noise, smell and vehicular traffic issues.
56 VI. Employment
Industry within Workplace population in 2011 across different geographic areas
Industry within Workplace population, Camley Street Industry within Workplace population, Camden Industry within Workplace population, London (WZ 2011) (LA 2011) (Region 2011) 1% 0% 2% 1% 7% 7% 3% 6% 3% 9% 6% 4% 14% 13%
25% 18% 28%
12% 14%
38% 12%
16% 28% 31%
A,B,D,E Agriculture, Energy and Water A,B,D,E Agriculture, Energy and Water A,B,D,E Agriculture, Energy and Water
C Manufacturing C Manufacturing C Manufacturing
F Construction F Construction F Construction
G,I Distribution, Retail trade, Accommodation, Food service G,I Distribution, Retail trade, Accommodation, Food service G,I Distribution, Retail trade, Accommodation, Food service
H,J Transport, Storage, Communication H,J Transport, Storage, Communication H,J Transport, Storage, Communication
K,L,M,N Financial, Real Estate, Professional and Administrative K,L,M,N Financial, Real Estate, Professional and Administrative K,L,M,N Financial, Real Estate, Professional and Administrative
O,P,Q Public Administration, Education, Health O,P,Q Public Administration, Education, Health O,P,Q Public Administration, Education, Health
R,S Arts, Entertainment and Recreation, Other service activities R,S Arts, Entertainment and Recreation, Other service activities R,S Arts, Entertainment and Recreation, Other service activities
57 VI. Employment
Indicator Employment status of Camley Street residents
Finding The findings related to the economic activities of Camley Street residents show that the proportion of ‘economically active’ people is smaller than in Camden and London (61.9% vs 64.7% Camden and 67.3% London).
Moreover, the proportion of unemployed people (included in the Economically Active category) is again bigger than for Camden and London (7.1% vs 5.1% Camden and 5.9% London).
On the other hand and as a consequence, the percentage of ‘economically inactive’ people is bigger than for both Camden and London (38.1% vs 35.3% Camden and 32.7% London); it’s worth noting that the latter is not particularly related to the number of re- tired people (just 6.8% vs 11.4% Camden and 13.7% London), but mainly to the number of students and full-time students residing in Camley Street (17.2% vs 12.3% Camden and 7.3% London).
Theoretical assumption This indicator highlights the large presence of students in the area and the presence of fewer retired people in comparison with the Borough’s averages; these have consequenc- es for spatial planning in relation to the population needs and habits (e.g. use of open spaces, accessibility, leisure activities).
Source Economic activity (Census 2011, LSOA, LA, Region).
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Employment status in 2011 across different geographic areas
Employment status within Camley Street area Employment status within London (LSOA 2011) (Region 2011)
Economically active: Economically active: employee employee Economically active: Economically active: self-employed 33% self-employed 38% Economically active: Economically active: 43% full-time students 48% full-time students Economically active: Economically active: unemployed unemployed Economically inactive: Economically inactive: total 6% total 7% 9% 3% 11% 3%
Employment status within Camden (LA 2011)
Economically active: employee Economically active: 35% self-employed Economically active: 44% full-time students Economically active: unemployed Economically inactive: 5% total
13% 3%
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Indicator Distance travelled to work by Camley Street residents
Finding 57.1% of the Camley Street’s residents work within 5 km distance from home; this figure outperforms both Camden (41.6%) and London as a whole (29.8%); this finding reflects Camley Street close proximity to many centres of employment that fall within a 5km radius.
Moreover, 18.7% of Camley Street working population work within 2 km of their homes; this finding is particularly significant as it is related to local workplaces and employment opportunities.
Finally, 52 persons that are residing in Camley Street work locally, within the three consid- ered LSOAs.
Theoretical assumption This data sheds light on the area’s infrastructural provision and work opportunities close by. It also reinforces the sense that it is an attractive and sustainable place for people to live.
Source Distance travelled to work (Census 2011, LSOA, LA, Region), Location of usual residence and place of work (Census 2011, LSOA, LA, Region).
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Indicator The tow path can also be considered as a linear open space providing good access to the Accessibility to Parks and Open Spaces canal water-way, biodiversity and wildlife. The tow-path represents an area of approximately 0.2ha Finding The area analysis shows that the majority of residents within Camley street have good Theoretical Assumption access to a wide range of small local or local sized parks and open spaces that are within Using accessibility standards set out in the London Plan this mapping layer will give an indi- a 5min walking distance. cation of the current accessibility of green & open spaces within walking distance of residen- tial areas in Camley Street. The layer will enable us to identify where there are deficiencies Camley Street residents also have good access to larger scale parks such as Regents Park in access to particular types of green and open spaces, especially within the core residential and Primrose Hill. These are located within a 15min walking distance to the most part of areas of the neighbourhood. the neighbourhood. *The London Plan sets standards for the accessibility of each category of open space. It There is only one small local park (Elm Village Open Space) actually located within requires that every Londoner should have a small or local park (less than 20 ha) within 400m 1 the boundary area, but this is of good quality and has an adjoining community of their home, and a district park (20-60ha) within 1.2km. growing space and children’s play area. The combined area of these three spaces is of Source approximately 0.3ha. OS Base Mapping, Observational Study.
Other small green spaces include the green on Rossendale Way (of approximately 0.02ha), a small community garden at the junction of Camley Street and Goods Way and finally a small garden space located adjacent to the St Pancras Lock Cruising Club House. This is however a private garden with limited access.
There are two children’s play areas within the neighbourhood area. One is located within the Elm Village Open Space and the second is on Crofters Way. Both spaces offer good quality play facilities for young children.
An additional observation is the large amount of amenity green space that exists throughout the neighbourhood and creates an overall sense of greenery. Some of these smaller amenity spaces are extremely well looked after and in excellent condition.
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Key
Local Park
5min catchment
District Park
15min catchment
Play Spaces
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Indicator Scoring Methodology Assessment of Open Spaces A place check criteria has been applied to the green and open spaces around Camley Finding Street in order to assess their value to the local community. A brief SWOT analysis has Elm Village Open Space & Play Area also been carried out to provide an indication for improvements.
Crofters Way Play Area Is there existing access to the site? 1 - 10
Rossendale Way Green Is the space welcoming? 1 - 10
Does the space add structural value to 1 - 10 St Pancras Cruising Club Garden the wider neighbourhood?
Does the space add visual amenity Co-op forecourt 1 - 10 value to the wider neighbourhood?
Rossendale Way Communal Space (overlooking canal) Is the space currently well used by the 1 - 10 community or local residents? Tow Path Does the space offer any significant 1 - 10 biodiversity or ecological value? Amenity Spaces Quality of the open space in regards to 1 - 10 Theoretical Assumption diversity of the landscaping and visual quality of the planting? The observational assessment gives an indication to the quality of green and open space provided and suggests where improvements could be made. Does the open space retain any histor- 1 - 10 ical value, identity or context that can be seen and is important to the area?
Does the open space form part of a 1 -10 larger space or part of a link between spaces?
Total Score /90
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Camley Street Civic Space Natural Park
Amenity Space
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Play Areas
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Elm Village Open Space and Play Area
The Elm Village Open Space is located just off Barker Drive between the Camden Garden Centre and the residential block of 120 Barker Drive.
Although the area is fenced off from the wider street-scape the space does face directly onto the highway and pavement area of Barker Drive. It is also over-looked by the residences 15 – 103 Barker Drive providing it with good natural surveillance provided from local residents.
The open space also includes a small community growing area which is situated behind the village green on an elevated strip of land. This space is run by Ur- ban-Growth initiative which provides train- ing in horticulture for local community groups. A number of raised planting beds, poly-tunnels and a green-house have been incorporated into the space.
The overall condition of the spaces is very good although some of the benches are quite old. Excessive fencing and railings detract from the look of the green space and impede any kind of spatial connec- tions to the wider neighbourhood as the space feels very cut-off and disconnected. The space is regularly used by dog walkers which may explain the need for enclosure.
The combined area of the open space, play area and growing space represents approximately 0.3ha.
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Methodology SWOT Analysis
The main strengths of the Elm Village Is there existing access to the site? 10 Open Space are its high level of mainte- nance and the overall quality of the land- Is the space welcoming? 6 scaping and the multiple uses that it offers. Weaknesses include the excessive Does the space add structural value to 5 amounts of fencing that render the space the wider neighbourhood? un-welcoming; as a result the open space also feels very separated from the wider Does the space add visual amenity 7 public realm. value to the wider neighbourhood? While there are clear reasons for the open space being fenced off from the adjacent Is the space currently well used by the 10 road, the introduction of more aesthetical- community or local residents? ly sensitive separations that would provide a better visual connection to the streets- Does the space offer any significant 7 cape. biodiversity or ecological value?
Quality of the open space in regards to 7 diversity of the landscaping and visual quality of the planting?
Does the open space retain any histor- 6 ical value, identity or context that can be seen and is important to the area?
Does the open space form part of a 10 larger space or part of a link between spaces?
Total Score 68/90
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Tow Path
The tow path provides the Camley Street neighbourhood with access to natural open space and biodiversity along the canal waterway. It also acts as a pedestrian thoroughfare leading to Granary Square and the Kings Cross area.
There are a number of community facilities situated along the canal such as the Constitution public house which provides access to its beer garden from the canal, St Pancras Lock and Cruising Club. There is currently no access from the tow path to Camley Street Nature Reserve.
There is also an artistic outlet provided along the tow path where a number graffiti or street art murals have been painted.
The total area of tow path as a linear open space is approximately 2ha.
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Methodology SWOT Analysis
Strengths of the tow-path include the Is there existing access to the site? 9 huge visual amenity and access to wild life that it provides and the canal waterway Is the space welcoming? 6 has huge biodiversity value for the neigh- bourhood.
Does the space add structural value to 10 The tow-path also gives great access to the wider neighbourhood? wider areas such as Granary Square and Kings Cross. Does the space add visual amenity 10 value to the wider neighbourhood? Possible weaknesses are the lack of direct access points from the neighbourhood and absence of street furniture such as Is the space currently well used by the 8 seating and direct lighting. community or local residents? Given the excellent community initia- Does the space offer any significant 9 tive in maintaining smaller green spaces biodiversity or ecological value? around the neighbourhood there is a great opportunity for similar resident led activ- Quality of the open space in regards to 7 ities along the canal. Schemes to provide further habitat and biodiversity such as diversity of the landscaping and visual planted reed beds could be explored, as quality of the planting? well as public seating and a lighting instal- lation that celebrates the neighbourhoods relationship with the canal. Does the open space retain any histor- 8 ical value, identity or context that can Threats to the condition of the tow-path be seen and is important to the area? stem from anti social behavior associat- ed with spaces that are subject to wider public access. There are small signs of Does the open space form part of a 10 vandalism. larger space or part of a link between spaces?
Total Score 77/90
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Crofters Way Play Area
Crofters Way play area provides the neighbourhood with access to natural-play facilities. The play space is set in a soft landscaping environment using natural el- ements such as timber climbing structures to provide play opportunities. Planting and trees are also provided.
The play area is well overlooked by the surrounding residential buildings and is very secure with fencing running the en- tire perimeter of the space although more could be done to provide informal play to the surrounding spaces – residential street-scape.
The total area of the natural-play space is approximately 0.026ha or 260m2
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Methodology SWOT Analysis
The Crofters Way play area provides the Is there existing access to the site? 9 neighbourhood with important natural play opportunities. The soft landscaping Is the space welcoming? 7 and natural structures are imaginative and also provide visual interest.
Does the space add structural value to 5 As with the Elm Street play area the space the wider neighbourhood? feels extremely enclosed and cut off from the surrounding streetscape (residential Does the space add visual amenity 5 courtyard). It is also very mono-function- value to the wider neighbourhood? al, lacking connectivity to other types of spaces and, generally speaking, providing space that is only suitable for very small Is the space currently well used by the 10 children. community or local residents? Opportunities could lie in providing in- Does the space offer any significant 5 for¬mal street-play areas around the space biodiversity or ecological value? within adjacent courtyards and parking areas. Quality of the open space in regards to 8 High vehicle traffic poses a threat to safety diversity of the landscaping and visual outside the play area. quality of the planting?
Does the open space retain any histor- 2 ical value, identity or context that can be seen and is important to the area?
Does the open space form part of a 2 larger space or part of a link between spaces?
Total Score 53/90
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Amenity Spaces
Throughout the Camley Street neighbour- hood there are large plots of green amen- ity spaces, amenity meaning that they do not necessarily provide any interactive role to the community but do have substantial visual value. These larger plots of amenity space run in a strip along the front of the Camley Street industrial quarter and front on to the public realm. Initiatives such as tree planting and general maintenance have been organised by the local commu- nity and business owners to uphold their appearance. Having said this, more could be done to integrate these spaces into the wider public realm provide more opportu- nities for community use.
A number of smaller ad-hock amenity spaces exist in and around the residential areas of the neighbourhood, these are a collection of raised and ground level plant- er beds, street shrubs and trees. In con- trast to the industrial estate these spaces appear to have considerable community access and are in excellent condition. The small planter beds house a wide variety of plants, fruits and vegetables providing high amenity value to the surrounding streetscapes.
The combined total area of the larger amenity spaces is approximately 0.1ha
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The various plots and verges of amenity Is there existing access to the site? 8 green space have significant value - add- ing interest and diversity to the street- Is the space welcoming? 6 scape, their main strength lies in the investment on behalf of the local com- munity and the high level of maintenance Does the space add structural value to 8 provided. the wider neighbourhood? Weaknesses lie in the un-developed po- Does the space add visual amenity 8 tential of some of the larger green spaces value to the wider neighbourhood? (particularly along Camley Street); there is an opportunity here to promote active use. Is the space currently well used by the 5 community or local residents? These larger spaces could provide green spaces where public furniture such as seat- Does the space offer any significant 8 ing could be provided to encourage use. biodiversity or ecological value? A series of smaller spaces could be con- nected to provide linear open spaces. Quality of the open space in regards to 5 Threats to these types of spaces come diversity of the landscaping and visual mainly from anti social behaviour such as quality of the planting? fly-tipping. Open spaces that do not have any obvious ownership can be susceptible to criminality and misuse. Does the open space retain any histor- 2 ical value, identity or context that can be seen and is important to the area?
Does the open space form part of a 7 larger space or part of a link between spaces?
Total Score 57/90
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Camley Street Natural Park
Camley Street Natural Park provides the neighbourhood with essential access to the natural environment such as,
- Woodland - Wild meadow - Marshland and reed beds - Dipping ponds - Rainwater ponds
The park also allows users to observe and encounter a wide range of wildlife. Entry to the park is free.
The park is situated to the south of the Camley Street area with only one point of access located on Camley Street adjacent to the car-park of the St Pancras Cruising club. For this reason the park is slightly dis- connected from the core residential areas of the neighbourhood.
The Natural Park provides approximately 0.8ha of open space.
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Methodology SWOT Analysis
Camley Street Natural Park adds substan- Is there existing access to the site? 5 tial value to the neighbourhood by provid- ing access to a natural environment rich in Is the space welcoming? 5 biodiversity. It is composed of a variety of different spaces that are accessible to the public. Does the space add structural value to 7 the wider neighbourhood? Unfortunately the park is not directly accessible from the heart of the neigh- Does the space add visual amenity 8 bourhood or from the tow path, the main value to the wider neighbourhood? pedestrian thoroughfare.
A secondary entrance to the park closer Is the space currently well used by the 6 to the core residential areas of the neigh- community or local residents? bourhood could be achieved through providing bridged access to the site. Does the space offer any significant 10 biodiversity or ecological value? Predominantly a nature reserve the park can not accommodate intense public use. Quality of the open space in regards to 10
diversity of the landscaping and visual quality of the planting?
Does the open space retain any histor- 8 ical value, identity or context that can be seen and is important to the area?
Does the open space form part of a 7 larger space or part of a link between spaces?
Total Score 66/90
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Other Public Spaces
There are a number of small public and semi-private spaces in the Camley Street neighbourhood. There is a small pocket park at the junction of Camley Street and Goods Way just opposite the nature reserve. The pocket space would appear to be the result of local initiative and it provides an excellent planting scheme as well as colourful seating. However, the space feels quite isolated. It is disconnected from the surrounding neighbourhood and does not have any obvious relationship with Camley Street Nature Reserve.
A small hard surfaced plaza area exists close to 103 Camley Street, just outside of the local supermarket (Co-op). The space is well furnished in public amenities such as seating, bins, bike storage and some street trees.
There is good access leading from Rosendale Way to a small semi-private space that is situated behind the residential units of the crescent on Rosendale Way. The space opens up to overlook the canal where a small viewing platform has been incorporated. The communal space is gated and locked.
On the opposite side of the main tow path thoroughfare, the St Pancras Cruising Club maintains a small private outdoor garden. The garden lockside is part of the leasehold St Pancras Cruising Club holds from Canals and Rivers Trust and the gardens are maintained monthly by club members.
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Although the garden is primarily for the use of members and guests of the Cruising Club, access to the amenity is extended to passing boaters and is available for public hire if sponsored by one of the club members.
The combined total area of these public spaces in Camley Street is approximately 0.09ha.
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Methodology SWOT Analysis
The small pocket space adjacent to Camley Is there existing access to the site? 8 Street Natural Park is one of the most orig- inal interventions within the area and it Is the space welcoming? 8 provides visual interest to an overwhelm- ingly dull area of the neighbourhood.
Does the space add structural value to 2 The pocket space is extremely disconnect- the wider neighbourhood? ed from the core residential areas and has no visual ties to the Natural Park. Does the space add visual amenity 5 value to the wider neighbourhood? Potential improvements include connect- ing the space to a wider matrix of pocket spaces than run closer to residential areas Is the space currently well used by the 2 and provide the space with more purpose community or local residents? or activity.
Does the space offer any significant 3 Proximity to heavy vehicle traffic and rail- biodiversity or ecological value? way lines alienate use of the space.
Quality of the open space in regards to 5 diversity of the landscaping and visual quality of the planting?
Does the open space retain any histor- 8 ical value, identity or context that can be seen and is important to the area?
Does the open space form part of a 2 larger space or part of a link between spaces?
Total Score 43/90
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Methodology SWOT Analysis
As well as the more obvious role of provid- Is there existing access to the site? 10 ing an entrance space for the Co-op, the forecourt area also acts as a gateway or Is the space welcoming? 5 connection point between Camley Street and the canal. Perhaps because it is an access point the space has been designed Does the space add structural value to 8 in a very traditional style. the wider neighbourhood? An improved design could seek inspiration Does the space add visual amenity 6 from the canal itself. Also, the forecourt value to the wider neighbourhood? area does not provide any disabled access to the tow-path. Is the space currently well used by the 6 Opportunities exist in connection to the community or local residents? tow-path and potential community custo- dianship/involvement. The entrance point Does the space offer any significant 2 to the neighbourhood could be celebrated biodiversity or ecological value? through artistic intervention (lighting, bespoke furniture, murals...) Quality of the open space in regards to 5 Threats to the space are changes that diversity of the landscaping and visual come about as a result of future develop- quality of the planting? ment.
Does the open space retain any histor- 2 ical value, identity or context that can be seen and is important to the area?
Does the open space form part of a 10 larger space or part of a link between spaces?
Total Score 54/90
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Methodology SWOT Analysis
The Cruiser Club garden has the advan- Is there existing access to the site? 5 tage of overlooking the canal and particu- larly St Pancras Lock. Is the space welcoming? 3 The garden is not open to public use al- though it can be used by passing boaters. Does the space add structural value to 4 the wider neighbourhood? The relationship with the wider Camley Street community could be strengthened Does the space add visual amenity 8 to promote additional and more frequent value to the wider neighbourhood? use of the garden.
Maintenance of the garden is provided Is the space currently well used by the 4 by members of the Cruiser Club; if use of community or local residents? the area were to be intensified, this would carry a significant cost implication. Does the space offer any significant 4 biodiversity or ecological value?
Quality of the open space in regards to 8 diversity of the landscaping and visual quality of the planting?
Does the open space retain any histor- 8 ical value, identity or context that can be seen and is important to the area?
Does the open space form part of a 4 larger space or part of a link between spaces?
Total Score 48/90
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Methodology SWOT Analysis
Gated residential gardens provide the res- Is there existing access to the site? 5 idents of Camley Street with community spaces that overlook the canal. Is the space welcoming? 2 Gates are locked and access is not provid- ed to all residents. Does the space add structural value to 2 the wider neighbourhood? More use for the wider community could be encouraged. Does the space add visual amenity 4 value to the wider neighbourhood? Maintenance of the spaces would need to increase under intensified use.
Is the space currently well used by the 6 community or local residents?
Does the space offer any significant 4 biodiversity or ecological value?
Quality of the open space in regards to 8 diversity of the landscaping and visual quality of the planting?
Does the open space retain any histor- 8 ical value, identity or context that can be seen and is important to the area?
Does the open space form part of a 4 larger space or part of a link between spaces?
Total Score 43/90
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Surrounding Parks and Open Spaces
There are a number of open spaces which sit within easy walking distance of the Camley Street neighbourhood. Some of the closest and most directly connected to area are St Pancras Gardens and Granary Square.
Both of these open spaces are considered exceptional environments in their own right and are of substantial value to the Camley Street Neighbourhood.
As well as being a huge environmental resource and uniquely tranquil public space that residents can enjoy, St Pancras Gardens also provides cultural and historical interest to the area.
Granary Square is considered one of London’s best multi-functional public spaces.
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Indicator Sqm of green spaces per head of population
Finding There are two green spaces located within the Camley Street Neighbourhood Plan area; these are Camley Street Natural Park (0.8ha) and Elm Village Open Space (0.3ha); in addition to these, but located just outside the NP boundaries, there is St. Pancras Garden (2.2ha).
If we considered these three green spaces, the average sqm of green spaces per head of population is about 27.5 sqm/person; this figure is considerably higher in comparison with both the existing provision of green spaces within the Borough (20 sqm/person) and the LB Camden recommended overall public open space standard (17 sqm/person).
Theoretical assumption This finding assesses the local provision of green spaces for the Camley Street popula- tion; a good provision of green spaces is considered the base for an healthy lifestyle and it has direct impacts on the people’s wellbeing.
Source LB Camden Open Space, Sport and Recreation Study Update (Final Report 2008, Final Report June 2014), Internet-based survey.
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Indicator Do you agree: ‘The Camley Street area provides residents with good green space’
Finding Of the 312 people who responded to this question (220 after the weighting process), The Camley Street area provides residents with good more than 50.0% either strongly agree or agree with this statement, meaning that they green spaces have good access to green spaces in the area. (220 responses)
Nevertheless, around one respondent out of four (26.4%) either strongly disagree or dis- 9% 44% 20% 21% 6% agree with this statement; 20.3% is the proportion of respondents who either don’t have Strongly Not sure/ Strongly Agree Disagree an opinion about or didn’t respond to this specific question. Agree don’t answer Disagree
Theoretical assumption This indicator sheds lights on local residents’ and workers’ satisfaction with the current provision of good and accessible green spaces; this may inform the future policy propos- als for the Camley Street and Elm Village area.
Source Street Survey, hard-copy and online questionnaires (September 2015); residents, busi- ness owners and workers (weighted) responses.
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Indicator Do you agree: ‘The privately owned green spaces in the Camley Street neighbourhood make up for any deficiency in public space’
Finding The privately owned green spaces in the Camley Street The total answers to this question were 151 and almost half of the respondents, 47.7%, neighbourhood make up for any deficiency in public either strongly disagree or disagree with this statement; on the other hand, just 16.5% of space the respondents either agree or strongly agree with this statement. (151 responses)
It’s worth noting that in this case many local residents either don’t express an opinion 1% 15% 36% 34% 14% about or didn’t answer this question; this category makes up 35.8% of the total respons- Strongly Agree Not sure/don’t answer Disagree es. Disagree Strongly Agree Theoretical assumption This indicator highlights the role and impact that private green spaces have in the neighbourhood area, in relation to access and provision of high-quality green and public spaces.
Source Street Survey, hard-copy and online questionnaires (September 2015); residents respons- es.
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Indicator Do you have any comments you’d like to make about public spaces?
Finding 73 people responded to this open question and, on the right, you can see the outcomes Public Space - Keyword analysis of a keyword analysis. (73 responses)
Residents are aware that poorly designed open space can become a magnet for an- ti-social activity, so while its welcomed, people would like to see care taken as to their x29 Park x9 Garden location and layout. People see green space as a key part of the social infrastructure and the lack of any appropriate space to, for example, have bbqs is highlighted.
In addition, there is a sense of there being an unequal distribution of open space, so, for example, people living in Barker Drive are well-served, but those living in Weavers x20 Green Space x7 Playground flats have none. A hope is expressed that any re-development of the industrial zone will include provision of additional public open space to make up for perceived deficiencies. While the major open spaces in the area, such as St. Pancras Garden and the Camley Street Natural Park are cherished, they are seen as too distant and unsuitable for ad-hoc, informal community use. Also, the canal tow-path is seen as not fulfilling its potential as x17 More x7 Dog public realm on account of its inaccessibility and poor maintenance.
Theoretical assumption This indicator focuses on local residents’ satisfaction with the current provision of good Camley Street x13 x4 Canal and accessible public spaces; this will inform the future open space and public realm Natural Park policy proposals for the Camley Street and Elm Village area.
Source Street Survey, hard-copy and online questionnaires (September 2015); residents respons- x12 Trees x4 Drug es.
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Indicator Thinking about your daily routine, what mode of transport (Public Transport, Private Car, Walking, Cycling) would you prefer to use
Finding Local residents and people employed in the area selected 446 choices (counting for 340 Thinking about your daily routine, what mode of transport would after the weighting process) among the different modes of transport they prefer to use; you prefer to use ‘public transport’ is the most mentioned option, with 37.2% of the answers, while ‘walk- (340 multiple choices, 112 preferences) ing’ and ‘cycling’ make up 32.5% and 16.8%, respectively. 50%
Moreover, 112 respondents highlighted a preferred mode of transport; the proportions 40% are quite similar to the previous ones, with ‘walking’, ‘public transport’ and ‘cycling’ that 30% make up 38.4%, 31.3% and 23.2%, respectively. 20%
Theoretical assumption 10% This indicator sheds light on local residents’ and workers’ reliance on different means of 0% transport and to inform about potential transport improvements to undertake within the Public Transport Private car Walking Cycling Other/Not Stated neighbourhood. Multiple choices Source Street Survey, hard-copy and online questionnaires (September 2015); residents, busi- Preferences ness owners and workers (weighted) responses.
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Indicator Car or vans availability
Finding The analysed data shows that car ownership is not widespread in Camley Street neigh- bourhood, since more than 68% of households don’t own any car or van; the same data shows that Camden and London have smaller proportions of household without any car or van (61.1% and 41.6% respectively).
Theoretical assumption Car ownership highlights the available transport options in an area; this also has a strict correlation with the general economic conditions of households (meaning that more affluent households are more likely to have more cars).
It’s worth noting that the low level of car-ownership in Camley Street, particularly in com- parison with London, could be related to the neighbourhood’s central location and to the existence of several public transport options available nearby (although Camley Street Neighbourhood is not directly accessible through public transport).
Source Car or van availability (Census 2011, LSOA, LA, Region).
68% of Camley Street’s households don’t own any car or van
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Indicator Walking times from core residential areas to local centres
Finding The area analysis shows that Camley Street benefits from good access to local centres such as Camden Town, Kings Cross and Mornington Crescent and that these are all within a 10min walking distance and provide numerous commercial amenities.
There are a few small scale local amenities located within neighbourhood such as the Garden Centre Cafe, the Co-Op supermarket, the Constitution public house, Belsize Primary School and the St Pancras Cruising Club.
There is only one small local park (open space) located within the boundary which is the Elm Village Open Space.
Theoretical Assumption This mapping layer gives an indication to the current accessibility to shops and local amenities within walking distance of the residential areas of Camley Street. This layer will indicate whether there are deficiencies in the provision of shops and services.
Source OS Base Mapping, Observational Study.
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Key Neighbourhood Boundary
Transport Nodes
15min catchment
Shopping Parades
Shopping Complexes
91 VIII. Transport
Indicator It does not consider: Accessibility as determined by public transport reach • The speed or utility of accessible services; • Crowding, including the ability to board services; or Methodology • Ease of interchange Public Transport Accessibility Levels (PTALS) are a detailed and accurate measure of the accessibility at particular locations to the public transport network, taking into account Finding (walking times) and service availability. This provides a way of measuring the density of The PTAL reading for 2012 indicates that the majority of Camley Street suffers from the public transport network at locations within Greater London. extremely poor access to public transport. These deficiencies fall within the PTAL reading of Very Poor to Poor and lie mainly within the core residential areas of the neighbourhood. Walk times are calculated from specified locations to all public transport access points: bus stops, rail stations, light rail stations, underground stations and Tramlink halts, Theoretical Assumption within pre-defined catchments. The PTAL then incorporates a measure of service frequen- This mapping layer will give an indication to the access to public transport in relation to cy by calculating an average waiting time based on the frequency of services at each residential areas and to and from social, cultural, and leisure facilities highlighting where public transport access point. A reliability factor is added and the total access time is cal- pedestrian accessibility to public transport is lacking. culated. A measure known as an Equivalent Doorstep Frequency (EDF) is then produced for each point. These are summed for all routes within the catchment and the PTALs for the different modes (bus, rail, etc) are then added to give a single value. The PTAL is cate- gorized in 6 levels, 1 to 6 where 6 represents a high level of accessibility and 1 a low level of accessibility. Levels 1 and 6 have been further sub-divided into 2 sub-levels to provide greater clarity.
The measure therefore reflects: • Walking time from the key location to the public transport access points; • The reliability of the service modes available; • The number of services available within the catchment; and • The level of service at the public transport access points - i.e. average waiting time.
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Key
93 VIII. Transport
Social Life
Indicator Local Transport Typologies, Routes & Connectivity to Wider London
Finding The area analysis shows that although Camley Street suffers from extremely poor accessibility levels to public transport this is in stark contrast to areas that surround the neighbourhood and that Camley Street is in fact surrounded by a very advantageous transport network.
Camley Street’s enclosed spatial arrangement means that the neighbourhood is currently cut-off from a rich network of transport links.
Theoretical Assumption This mapping layer gives an indication as to the typology of the closest transport links available and an indication to their connectivity to wider areas.
Source OS Base Mapping, Observational Study.
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Key 46 to Hampstead 390 to Palace Gardens Terrace
Neighbourhood Boundary Caledonian Road
North - South Bus Route 390 Hampstead to Chancery Lane
46 East - West Bus Route 274 Caledonian Road Lancaster Gate to Angel & Barnsbury Camden Road North - South Bus Route Palace Garden Terrace to Camden Town Notting Hill Gate 274 to Lancaster Gate East - West Bus Route Bow Church to Paddington 274 to Angel Mornington Crescent Bus Stops St Pancras International Kings Cross 205 205 Tube and Rail Stations to Bow Church
Euston
390 to Notting Hill Gate
46 to Chancery Lane 205 to Paddington
95 VIII. Transport
Indicator Do you have any comments you’d like to make about transport?
Finding 66 people responded to this open question and, on the right, you can see the outcomes of Transport - Keyword analysis a keyword analysis. (66 responses)
As the key word analysis suggests, there is a call for a bus service on St. Pancras Way, pro- viding a connection to Kings Cross and central London. Some have suggested the 46 bus x34 Bus stop/route x5 Parking could be diverted down the street, with access to Camley Street from there. While some people cherish the tranquillity they associate with not having strong transport links, other people find the area isolated. The lack of public transport within the first 500 metres of people’s homes is particularly felt by the less mobile. x13 Good x5 Cyclists There is a debate about the merits of opening up Camley Street to through traffic. Some people feel this would threaten the sense of tranquillity and create a rat run; others sug- gest it would do something to combat anti-social activity (as a result of more ‘eyes on the street’) and the increased volume of traffic could be managed through calming measures. x6 Bike lane/path x3 Pedestrians Cycling is also a key topic; improved infrastructure is called for, such as covered parking, cycle lanes and a cycle hire docking station.
Theoretical assumption Santander x6 x3 Safe This indicator sheds light on local residents’ opinions about transport-related issues, such Bikes as provision of public transport, cycling infrastructure and reliance on cars; this will be useful to inform the future policy proposals for the Camley Street and Elm Village area.
Source x6 Cars x3 Speed Street Survey, hard-copy and online questionnaires (September 2015); residents respons- es.
96 Housing
97 IX. Housing
Indicator Do you agree: ‘The provision of housing that is affordable for people on average incomes in the Camley Street neighbourhood should be a priority in any future vision’
Finding The vast majority of the 311 respondents (219 after the weighting process) either agree The provision of housing that is affordable for people on or strongly agree with this statement, meaning that they think affordable housing should average incomes in the Camley Street neighbourhood be a priority in any future vision; this makes up 71.0% of the total answers. should be a priority in any future vision (219 responses) On the other hand, 14.0% of respondents either disagree or strongly disagree with this statement, while 15.0% of the local residents don’t have an opinion about or didn’t an- 36% 35% 15% 11% 3% swer the question. Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Theoretical assumption Not sure/ Strongly don’t answer Disagree This indicator illustrates local residents’ and workers’ opinion about current housing pro- vision and to inform about future housing developments in the area.
Source Street Survey, hard-copy and online questionnaires (September 2015); residents, busi- ness owners and workers (weighted) responses.
98 IX. Housing
Indicator Do you agree: ‘I am satisfied with my home and do not feel the need to make any chang- es’
Finding Most of the 151 respondents either strongly agree or agree with this statement, meaning I am satisfied with my home and do not feel the need that they are satisfied with their homes; this makes up 64.9% of the total answers. to make any changes (151 responses) On the other hand, people who either strongly disagree or disagree with the statement make up 18.6%, while people who don’t have an opinion about or didn’t answer the 19% 46% 17% 15% 4% question make up 16.6%. Strongly Not sure/ Strongly Agree Disagree Agree don’t answer Disagree Theoretical assumption This indicator highlights local residents’ satisfaction with their accommodation and may inform about housing-related issues, such as overcrowding; this has also to do with resi- dents’ desire to make improvements themselves (extensions, etc.).
Source Street Survey, hard-copy and online questionnaires (September 2015); residents respons- es.
99 IX. Housing
Indicator House prices and Housing Affordability Ratios
Finding The research our team conducted to assess house prices in Camley Street shows that Housing Affordability Ratios, London properties are less expensive here than in Camden generally; the median house prices (LSOA, LA, Region 2001-2011-2013) in 2014 show they are currently 40% cheaper than Camden ones. This figure has steadily increased from 2001 (in 2011 they were 28% cheaper). 16,00
14,00 Camley Street house prices are more in line with Inner London figures, since the maxi- 13.37 mum percentage gap between 1995 and 2014 is 13% (2014). 12,00 11.67
10.18 10.27 10,00 10.00 In relation to this, Housing Affordability Ratio (median house price/median household 9.34 Housing Affordability income) shows that Camley Street is slightly more affordable than Camden; in 2001 the 8.23 Ratio 2001 7.99 7.86 8,00 7.42 gap was around 7%, but it has increased in recent years reaching 12% (2011) and 23% 6.81 Housing Affordability Ratio 2011 (2013). 6,00 5.72 Housing Affordability Ratio 2013 On the other hand, Camley Street is less affordable than the Inner London average, but 4,00 the gap has decreased in the last 15 years (was 8% in 2001 and 2011, and 2.5% in 2013). 2,00
Theoretical assumption 0 Housing affordability is a key determinant of well-being – the ability to adequately house Camley Street Camden Inner London London one’s self and one’s family; among other indicators, should inform policy as regard to tenure and typology.
Source Average house prices by borough, ward, LSOA and MSOA (GLA 2015), Modelled household income estimates for small areas, London, 2001-2012 (GLA 2013).
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Median House Prices in 1995, 2001, 2011 and 2014 across different geographic areas
Median House Prices, Camley Street area Median House Prices, Inner London (LSOA 2015) (LA 2015) £800,000 £800,000
£700,000 £700,000
£600,000 £600,000
£500,000 £500,000 £465,000 £403,300 £400,000 £400,000 £331,500 £350,000 £300,000 £300,000
£200,000 £180,000 £200,000 £185,000
£100,000 £77,800 £100,000 £87,000
0 0 Median price Median price Median price Median price Median price Median price Median price Median price 1995 2001 2011 2014 1995 2001 2011 2014
Median House Prices, Camden Median House Prices, London (LA 2015) (Region 2015) £800,000 £800,000
£700,000 £675,000 £700,000
£600,000 £600,000
£500,000 £480,000 £500,000
£400,000 £400,000 £365,000
£300,000 £300,000 £287,000 £250,000
£200,000 £200,000 £155,000 £122,000 £100,000 £100,000 £83,000
0 0 Median price Median price Median price Median price Median price Median price Median price Median price 1995 2001 2011 2014 1995 2001 2011 2014 101 IX. Housing
Indicator In providing housing, for which of the following groups do you feel there is the most urgent need?
Finding The answers to this question were 178 in total and the most selected group is ‘families’ In providing housing, for which of the following groups do you feel that has been chosen by 38.8% of the respondents; other preferred options are ‘couples there is the most urgent need? without children’ (16.3%) and ‘people living alone’ (13.5%). (178 preferences)
70% All the other options were selected by less than 10% of the total respondents; ‘no need 60% for housing’, ‘lone parents’ and ‘older people’ make up 9.0%, 7.9% and 6.2%, respectively. 50% 40% Theoretical assumption 30% This indicator sheds light on the community’s sense of which groups is under the great- 20% est pressure in terms of housing perspective; this may inform housing policies of the 10% Neighbourhood Plan. 0% Couples Families Lone parents Older people People living No need for Other/ Source without alone housing Not stated children Street Survey, hard-copy and online questionnaires (September 2015); residents respons- es.
102 IX. Housing
Indicator Do you have any comments you’d like to make about Housing?
Finding 64 people responded to this open question and, on the right, you can see the outcomes Housing - Keyword analysis of a keyword analysis. (64 responses)
The responses suggest a mature attitude that, while the priority should be on providing affordable housing (particularly for families and younger generations), the aim should x15 Affordable x5 Children be to build a mixed community in terms of age and income levels, catering to people at different stages of their lives and who have different needs as regards tenure. People see this as the key to maintaining a thriving and balanced community. People are also concerned about the buy-to-let culture that has become established, in apparent breach of housing association rules, and would like future planning to resist short term lets and x11 Rent x5 Families sale of properties for investment.
Theoretical assumption This indicator illustrates local residents’ opinions about housing issues; this could inform the future housing and development policy proposals for the Camley Street and Elm x9 Mix x4 Social Village area.
Source Street Survey, hard-copy and online questionnaires (September 2015); residents respons- x6 Community x3 Low density/rise es.
x6 Students x3 Investment
103 IX. Housing
Indicator it provides the basis for investigating how the current neighbourhood performs in Household composition providing accommodation to these people, assuming families will live in houses and larger flats, and single people in studios and one-bedroom flats. Finding The household composition analysis, derived from Census 2011 data, shows some inter- esting findings regarding the Camley Street area. Source Household Composition (Census 2011, LSOA, LA, Region). The first data to emerge is the low proportion of ‘one person household, aged 65 or over’; this counts for 5.8% in Camley Street, against the 10.4% Camden and 9.6% London figures.
In the same way, ‘married or same-sex civil partnership couples’ in Camley Street are fewer than in Camden and London; this category counts for 16.2% of Camley Street’s households, while it makes 20.2% for Camden and 28.1% for London as a whole.
On the other hand, Camley Street shows a higher proportion of ‘lone parents households’, which counts for 14.6%; the same category makes 10.0% for Camden and 12.7% for London.
Finally, ‘other household’ types makes 25.6% of Camley Street’s households; this figure outperforms considerably both Camden (16.9%) and London (15.0%). One of the reason is the extremely high proportion of full-time students, which makes 6.0% of Camley Street’s households, against 2.4% for Camden and 0.7% for London.
Theoretical assumption Informs understanding of local need as to housing, educational and social and cultural infrastructure. By coupling information on household size and composition with demo- graphic changes, it is possible to determine future housing provision and resource needs.
This data is useful in the segmentation of the population in to different types of occupier;
104 IX. Housing
Household composition in 2011 across different geographic areas
Household composition within Camley Street area Household composition within London (LSOA 2011) (Region 2011)
One person household 15% One person household
26% One family only: All aged One family only: All aged 65 and over 65 and over 31% 32% One family only: Married One family only: Married or same-sex civil 13% or same-sex civil partnership couple partnership couple One family only: One family only: Cohabiting couple Cohabiting couple 15% 2% 9% One family only: Lone 4% One family only: Lone parent parent 16% Other household types Other household types 11% 28%
Household composition within Camden (LA 2011)
17% One person household One family only: All aged 65 and over One family only: Married 10% or same-sex civil 40% partnership couple One family only: Cohabiting couple 10% One family only: Lone parent Other household types 20% 3%
105 IX. Housing
Indicator Household size
Finding Household sizes for Camley Street are largely in line with London’s figures, while there are some discrepancies with Camden ones.
On the one hand, Camley Street shows a lower proportion of 1-2 persons household (62.6%) in comparison with Camden figure (69.4%); on the other hand, Camley Street has a bigger proportion of 3-4 persons household (29.7%) against Camden data (23.9%).
Theoretical assumption Household size is a useful indicator to couple with other household’s information, such as composition, tenure and so on, to produce projections and future needs forecasts to inform decisions about new housing developments.
Source Household size (Census 2011, LSOA, LA, Region).
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Household size in 2011 across different geographic areas Household size within Camley Street area Household size within London (LSOA 2011) (Region 2011) 1% 1% 2% 0% 3% 0% 4% 1 person in household 6% 1 person in household 2 people in household 2 people in household 13% 31% 3 people in household 13% 32% 3 people in household 4 people in household 4 people in household 5 people in household 5 people in household 6 people in household 6 people in household 17% 7 people in household 16% 7 people in household 8 or more people in 8 or more people in household household
31% 29%
Household size within Camden (LA 2011) 1% 2% 0% 4% 1 person in household 11% 2 people in household 3 people in household 4 people in household 41% 13% 5 people in household 6 people in household 7 people in household 8 or more people in household 29%
107 IX. Housing
Indicator Proportion of households that are overcrowded
Finding The occupancy rating by number of bedrooms shows that Camley Street is more affected by overcrowding issues than both Camden and London.
There are around 75 Camley Street households that show an occupancy rating of -1 or less, which makes up around 15.6% of area’s population; the same occupancy ratings counts for 11.7% in Camden and 11.3% in London.
Theoretical assumption The Census 2011 definition of overcrowding is based on the notion of the ‘bedroom standard’.
The ‘bedroom standard’ is calculated in relation to the number of bedrooms and the number of household members and their relationship to each other. This formula gives the number of bedrooms a household requires. This number is subtracted from the num- ber of bedrooms within the dwelling to obtain the ‘occupancy rating’.
An occupancy rating of -1 implies that a household has one fewer bedroom than re- There are around quired, whereas +1 implies that they have one more bedroom than the standard require- ment. 75 Camley Street’s households that show Housing suited to the size and composition of a family is a key determinant of personal an occupancy rating of well-being. A high proportion of overcrowded households in an area provides a prima facie case for providing more housing through (re)development. -1 or less, which makes up around 15.6% of Source area’s population Occupancy Rating (by number of bedrooms) (Census 2011, LSOA, LA, Region).
108 IX. Housing
Occupancy rating (bedroom) in 2011 across different geographic areas
Occupancy rating (bedroom) within Camley Street area Occupancy rating (bedroom) within London (LSOA 2011) (Region 2011) 2% 3% 8% 9% 13% 21% +2 or more bedrooms +2 or more bedrooms +1 bedroom +1 bedroom 26% 0 0 -1 bedroom -1 bedroom
-2 or less bedrooms 39% -2 or less bedrooms 28%
51%
Occupancy rating (bedroom) within Camden (LA 2011) 3%
10% 13%
+2 or more bedrooms +1 bedroom 0 25% -1 bedroom -2 or less bedrooms
50%
109 110 Social life
111 X. Social life
Indicator Do you agree: ‘The Camley Street neighbourhood is a great place to socialise and meet new people’
Finding 152 people responded to this question and it’s worth noting how varied the answers The Camley Street neighbourhood is a great place to are; 40.1% of the local residents either disagree or strongly disagree with this statement, socialise and meet new people meaning that Camley Street neighbourhood is not a great place to socialise, according to (152 responses) their perception. 2% 26% 32% 29% 11% Strongly Not sure/don’t Strongly On the other hand, many people either don’t have a clear opinion or chose not to answer Agree Disagree Agree answer Disagree to this question; they make up 31.6% of the total responses.
Finally, the proportion of people who either strongly agree or agree about this statement is 28.3%,
Theoretical assumption This indicator illustrates local residents’ perception of Camley Street as a place to social- ise; it highlights potential deficiencies in the provision of community spaces and meeting places in the area.
Source Street Survey, hard-copy and online questionnaires (September 2015); residents respons- es.
112 X. Social life
Indicator Are there places in the neighbourhood where people can hold community events or celebrations? If you answer yes, please list the places you are aware of Places where to hold community events or celebrations - Finding Keyword analysis The answers to this question were 151 answers and 78 people confirm that there are (78 responses) places in the neighbourhood where you can hold community events or celebrations; this makes up 52% of the total responses. Constitution x43 x8 Irish Centre On the other hand, 43% of the respondent state the lack of places in the neighbourhood Pub where to hold community events, while 5% of the respondent have no idea/do not respond.
Camley Street The most mentioned places are the Constitution Pub (55.1% of respondents), the Camley x16 x8 Jubilee Centre Street Natural Park (20.5% of respondents), allotments, Camden Garden Centre, the Irish Natural Park Centre and the Jubilee Centre (10.3% of respondents).
Theoretical assumption Elm Village This indicator illustrates the importance that local residents recognise to specific loca- x8 Allotments x7 Open Space tions within their neighbourhood as place where to socialise and meet.
Source Street Survey, hard-copy and online questionnaires (September 2015); residents respons- Camden Garden x8 x6 Barnes School es. Centre
113 X. Social life
Indicator Do you have any comments you’d like to make about social life?
Finding 65 people responded to this open question and, on the right, you can see the outcomes Social Life - Keyword analysis of a keyword analysis. (65 responses)
While people report there is a strong sense of community in the Camley Street/Elm Vil- lage area, on the whole the message that comes across is that there is a lack of places to x17 Drug dealing x4 Noise socialise. The closure of a community centre in Elm Village is cited as a serious loss to the neighbourhood. As a result forming relations with neighbours and establishing links be- tween people is problematic. People tend to go outside the neighbourhood, for example Camden Town or the pubs around Royal College Street and St. Pancras Way, to socialise. x10 Community x3 Drunk Theoretical assumption This indicator sheds light on local residents’ opinions about social life and community-re- lated issues; this may inform the future policy proposals for the Camley Street and Elm Village area to foster community feeling and social cohesion in the neighbourhood. Anti-social x7 behaviours x3 Criminal Source Street Survey, hard-copy and online questionnaires (September 2015); residents respons- es.
x5 Burglary x2 CCTV
x4 Friendly x2 Students
114 Governance
115 XI. Governance
Governance
Indicator Do you agree: ‘The community should retain a strong influence in any future vision for the neighbourhood’
Finding 311 people responded to this question (219 after the weighting process) and the vast The community should retain a strong influence in any majority either strongly agree or agree with this statement, meaning that the community future vision for the neighbourhood should have a strong influnce in any future vision for the neighbourhood; these answers (219 responses) makes up 89.2% of the total. 52% 37% 7% 2% 2% On the other hand, there are more people who either don’t have an opinion about or Strongly Agree Agree Strongly didn’t answer (7.0%) than people who either strongly disagree or disagree (3.8%). Disagree Not sure/ Disagree don’t answer Theoretical assumption This indicator sheds light on local residents’ and workers’ involvement and desire to take part in the future decisions regarding the neighbourhood.
Source Street Survey, hard-copy and online questionnaires (September 2015); residents, busi- ness owners and workers (weighted) responses.
116 XI. Governance
Indicator Do you have any comments you’d like to make about governance?
Finding 41 people responded to this question and, on the right, you can see the outcomes of a Governance - Keyword analysis keyword analysis. (41 responses)
Local residents identify as crucial the role that community shall play with regards to current unmet needs and future development of their neighbourhood; in addition, the local community’s involvement is a particularly sensible matter for what concerns future x9 Community x4 Council housing and employment opportunities provision within the Camley Street and Elm Village area.
Theoretical assumption This indicator shows local residents’ involvement and desire to take part in the future x9 Need x4 Housing decisions regarding their neighbourhood.
Source Street Survey, hard-copy and online questionnaires (September 2015). x8 Developments x3 Businesses
x6 Local x3 Buildings
117 118 Economic Deprivation, Health and Wellbeing
119 XII. Economic Deprivation, Health and Wellbeing
Economic deprivation
Indicator Camley Street’s Index of Multiple Deprivation and Household’s Deprivation Dimensions
Finding The three LSOAs that are partly included within the Camley Street NP boundaries (Cam- den 019C, 019D, 022B) are among the 30% most deprived in the Country; specifically, Camden 019C is ranked in 3rd decile, Camden 019D in the 2nd and Camden 022B in the 1st.
This means that Camley Street neighbourhood as a whole is among the 25% most deprived neighbourhoods in the country; this is because Camden 022B has not been considered in the estimate since it doesn’t include any Camley Street’s households.
Household deprivation in the Camley Street area is slightly more severe than in Camden and London as a whole.
Just 35.7% of Camley Street households are not deprived in any dimension (‘employ- ment’, ‘education’, ‘health and disability’, ‘housing’*), against the 37.8% for Camden and the 39.4% for London.
On the other hand, the number of Camley Street households deprived in more than two dimensions is 31.1%, higher than the Camden (26.6%) and London (26.4%) data.
Theoretical assumption Informs understanding of deprivation within the community to be addressed through * - Employment: any member of a household not a full-time student is either unemployed or long- term sick; the development of appropriate housing, employment, health and educational policies. - Education: no person in the household has at least level 2 education (see highest level of qualification), and no person aged 16-18 is a full-time student; Source - Health and disability: any person in the household has general health ‘bad or very bad’ or has a long-term health problem; Index of Multiple Deprivation (IMD, OpenDataCommunities.org 2015), - Housing: Household’s accommodation is either overcrowded, with an occupancy rating -1 or less, Households by deprivation dimensions (Census 2011, LSOA, LA, Region). or in a shared dwelling, or has no central heating.
120 XII. Economic Deprivation, Health and Wellbeing
Households by deprivation dimension in 2011 across different geographic areas
Households in Camley Street by deprivation dimensions Households in London by deprivation dimensions (LSOA 2011) (Region 2011) 2% 1%
6% 9% Household is not deprived Household is not deprived in any dimension in any dimension
Household deprived in 1 19% Household deprived in 1 dimensions dimensions 36% 20% 39% Household deprived in 2 Household deprived in 2 dimensions dimensions Household deprived in 3 Household deprived in 3 dimensions dimensions Household deprived in 4 Household deprived in 4 dimensions dimensions 34% 33%
Households in Camden by deprivation dimensions (LA 2011) 1%
7% Household is not deprived in any dimension Household deprived in 1 18% dimensions 38% Household deprived in 2 dimensions Household deprived in 3 dimensions Household deprived in 4 dimensions 35%
121 XII. Economic Deprivation, Health and Wellbeing
Economic deprivation
Indicator % of children living in poverty
Finding The conducted analysis shows that the St Pancras and Somers Town ward (the one of Camley Street neighbourhood) is performing worse than Camden, in terms of children exposed to poverty.
The figures show that the proportion of children living in poverty are 30.34% (before housing costs) and 45.77% (after housing costs); these figures considerably outperform Camden’s proportions (23.03% before housing costs, 35.78% after housing costs).
Theoretical assumption Exclusion in childhood from basic activities, opportunities and experiences undermines self esteem, wellbeing and future potential.
Source Poverty in your area (www.endchildpoverty.org.uk).
In Camley Street the proportion of children living in poverty are 30.34% (before housing costs) and 45.77% (after housing costs)
122 XII. Economic Deprivation, Health and Wellbeings
Health & Wellbeing
Indicator Proportion of people reporting very good, good, fair, bad or very bad health
Finding The analysed data regarding health conditions in Camley Street neighbourhood show that the area’s performances are generally in line with both Camden and London figures.
Nevertheless, Camley Street shows an higher proportion of people reporting bad and very bad health (6.2% vs 5.6% Camden and 4.9% London figures) and a smaller pro- portion of people reporting very good health conditions (49.7% vs 53.4% Camden and 50.5% London figures).
Theoretical assumption The state of health is an indication of the quality of people’s lifestyle habits, on which the condition of their environment and the accessibility to sport facilities are determining factors.
Source General health (Census 2011, LSOA, LA, Region).
Camley Street shows an higher proportion of people reporting bad and very bad health (6.2%)
123 124 Qualitative answers
125 XIII. Residents questionnaires
S3 Do you have any comments you'd like to make about environmental quality?
3 The eastern side and northern end of Camley street looks very tired and . . . . . 4 Over spilling bins in some parts of the estate is a concern 5 Barker Drive is somewhat shabby. 6 There are very few cars and quite a lot of trees 7 The planting and composting on Camley street is great, and the residential parts are in general good but it does often feel a little forgotten 8 This is a mixed area - the residential areas are a much higher standard in terms of environmental concerns compared to the light industrial area A lot of dust from the cement factory makes its way into our flat. The tube line near by causes noise pollution. The industrial estate opposite is full of trucks on Camley 9 street, with engines on, and this causes more pollution (noise and air). They also knock down the bollards by trying to turn into the estate which has not been designed to take such big trucks. 10 Really good - only negative, too much dog poo. 11 The rubbish bins at the end of the street are often overspilling onto the street. The smell in summer from the community compost heap is very unpleasant. Compared to other parts of Camden, it's a relative oasis. But sometimes people trash/fly tip the area (especially next to bins on Camley) and in front of their own 12 areas (not properly observing Camden refuse collection). The green areas are sometimes not kept up with maintenance (e.g. Camden contractors don't really maintain the Barker drive park very well - overgrown, re-turfing areas) Elm village is always clean and well kept. However Camley street often has rubbish around the bins and on the verges. Camley street could definitely be improved in 15 terms of appearance and feeling safe at night. There are areas that appear abandoned especially under the camley bridge and the vegetation on the ramp towards agar grove. But there are other small parts of 16 Camley str that would benefit from being looked after 18 It looks uncared for quite often, untidy and uninviting 20 Damaged cars at the end of Camley street are an eyesore 25 Dog waste on pavements; too dark under rr tracks, traffic on camley too fast especially at curb. we need zebra crossing on bridge over canal. Rubbish bins - both private and communal - not used properly. Rubbish placed outside the bins etc. Allows animals, ie cats, foxes, pigeons etc. to scavenge and create a mess. 29 Litter left on streets - not helped due to lack of public/ street rubbish bins. Still fly-tipping around communal bins and Camley St itself. Need for repainting of the parking restrictions/ designations on the roads and "Private" signs for residential parking bays 35 Street litter is a problem. A shame when there are plenty of bins. Also rubbish thrown into the canal
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S3 Do you have any comments you'd like to make about environmental quality?
36 Large bins in Camley Street and on St Pancras Way need to be emptied more regularly - often flytippers leave unsighlty heaps of rubbish beside them 37 For the most part, but there are parts which need cleaning up and/or redevelopment Camley Street became very dirty since student housing has been built. Rubbish around Canal/St Pancras Way is an ongoing problem (and constitution pub). Dog 39 litter pick up should be eenforced somehow, as there are so many children in the area! 40 Litter is a big problem on St Pancras Way and Camley Street policies. Rubbish collection leads to rubbish spread + unsightly bins everywhere Dog fouling everywhere 41 Generally satisfactory. It's up to everyone to pick up any litter that they see in the streets and report abandoned large items to the council 42 none 43 The one big issue affecting the cleanliness of Elm Village is 'Dog poo'. These are people who do not live here, but allow their dogs to mess and do not pick it up 44 Environmental situation, more open spaces + greenery in commercial area, less pollution 46 Rossendal Way, Bergholt mews are pretty, Camley Street is dirty and untidy Too much littering particularly around the recycling bins in Camley Street. Owners of dogs who do not pick up after their dogs are a problem. Noise from the railway 49 tracks and the workshop during the night (for those flats in Barker Drive backing on the tracks) Many rubbish sacks are put into bins incorrectly and foxes open them. The stairs to flats on Barker Drive are filthy as P4P never send anyone to clean. Flowers could 50 beplanted to make Barker Drive more agreeable Rossendale Way and Bergholt mews are OK, but Barker Drive is quite dirty and in need of maintenance and repair. Places for poeple do nothing (though they 51 constantly promise) 52 The storage of manure beside residential homes is very problematic Elm Village has become very dirty over the years. The rubbish in the area has become a serious problem. Some people living in the area are playing a huge part in 62 this! Dog pooing in my front garden! And not having a care taker to take care of the area doesn't help! Elm Village is a unique area of calm, friendly, mixed community. It is a quirky and appealing contrast to the bland, soul-less high-rise that is coming to dominate the 64 area towards Kings Cross 65 There can be a lot of litter on Camley Street. I don't think the council keep it swept regularly. Also, sometimes larger items get dumped there. 66 Flytipping, poor lighting, lack of decent recycling available - the communal bins are abused. Veolia are slackers 71 Rubbish around the corner Barker Drive/Camley St is a constant // Rubbish at the end of Camley Street pathway leading to Agar Grove // Dog fouling It is lovely to have so much green but more could be done to keep it upkept. There is sometimes rubbish and large items left by bins. Cars are left with windows 73 broken, etc and police do not pick up for weeks (I informed them)
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74 Too many people just dump their rubbish anywhere 75 Improve the cleanliness On the whole, residents in this area are responsible about litter and using the facilities available. In Barker Drive the small garden plots are well maintained, and the 76 little park is a major asset and is very well kept. A big improvement in the past 1-2 years thanks largely to the efforts of Councillor Robinsons - street sweeping much better but people are fly tipping by the bins of the 77 junction of Barker Drive and Camley Street - usually cleaned quickly however 84 Camley Street is messy and dumping around bins 85 Usually, there were many animal waste on the footpath which makes the area quite dirty and not appealing to passerby 86 The self-contained feel we had is now gone. The future can only be more vehicles, buildings and people There is a lot of rubbish routinely dumped in Camley Street. Elm Villag fares no better with our own neighbours leaving rubbish and old furniture by their front doors, 87 and overflow pipes leaking. A messy and shabby area and in need of a good lick of paint 88 All areas used to be cleaned. Now it's all just left. People sleeping in cars and vans. That aren't even the tenants (visiting neighbours for the last 4 months or so). 93 It's good to have Elm Village open space, the main estate is very well designed - it is higher density than it looks 94 It's good in this area I appreciate the improvement made in Camley Street for the past 2 years, especially the green areas facing DPD and along Booker and HP. The area under the 96 bridge could be improved by more lights, especially when dark 99 Litter in the canal is an eyesore Residents hsould be encouraged to process large items of recycling (furniture etc) rather than dumping or accuulating outside their properties. Council should remove 100 abandoned cars more efficiently The streets and canal walks are not cleaned adequately considering the level of tax paid. The provision and maintenance of recycling bins in Camley Street and St 101 Pancras Way is inadequate in the extreme. It's a mess 102 For the amount of service charge the state of the whole estate is poor The pavements where the cables have been laid are very uneven and a better job could have been done. They should be repaired and made even for better walking 103 for residents I would like the streets cleaned more frequently. It would be sensible for the streets and be swept just after the rubbish has been collected as that always leaves a lot 106 of deris lying on the roads and pavements. The area around the bins in Crofters Way/junction with Camley Street becomes disgusting with overflowing rubbish! Cannot more bins be put there? Can we have some permanent litter bins on the pavements?
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Reclycing bins at the corner of Camley and Barker Drive always overflowing. General litter, especially in the canal. Major problem with dog excrement! Barker Drive 107 parkette trees overgrown - too much shade has killed the lawn and most of the park is just mud. Not suitable for general use. Trees should be cut back/removed 108 There is a serious fly-tipping problem More trees, more green, more modern recreation areas (similar to Pancras Sq), clean pavement and neighbourhood education programme on managing your pets 110 droppings. Exercise to remind neighbourhood to flow the rubbish and do the bin properly,. Otherwise mice, cats, foxs all come around 111 Dog owners are inconsiderate and leave dog mess on the pavements 116 Very good in general. Litter (as everywhere!) can be an issue- but not a great one. The plants and garden are on the up now Mike is back in charge! 117 Flytipping is a problem. Lighting in some areas is poor. Noise nuisance from Constitution pub is ongoing It used to look more neglected, but has improved since the student block went up. Still an issue with recycling/rubbish at the top of Barker Drive. I've seen rats there 118 several times My disagreement in answer the questions above is mainly due to the fact that I spend a lot of time cleaning up the area in from of our flat, especially around the dust 119 bins. The mess is largely the fault of residents who can't be bothered to put wast in the dustbins or to recycle 122 Not enough bins in the Crofters Way Enclosure 123 Missing the trees that used to line Barker Drive - would like to see something like that back. Missing bins and street lights Generally clean environment apart from bin bags put out before collection causing fox/cat interest. After rubbish collection quite often bits of rubbish left in road, 124 pavements The area has lots of rubbish. The repair of properties is a problem, they look terrible, which in turn is attracting antisocial behaviour, as it looks like an uncared for 125 area. There are now rough sleepers in the allotments on Barker Drive and drug dealing and prostitution in the whole area especially on Camley Street The question is impossible to answer really as the two areas: Elm Village and Camley Street are completely different. Elm Village is fairly good but is not the same as 126 Camley Street which does have some problems Camley Street is very tired and often used for flytipping. Some of the housing blocks are very unwelcoming and somewhat dilapidated. Residents with metal gate in 127 front of their front doors makes it look like a high crime area 128 A lot of junk appears to get dumped where it shouldn't, despite signs warning not to. Perhaps a "hard refuse day" would help? The amount of rubbish/flytipping that still happens in areas clearly marked "no dumping" is very high and has improved during my time here, but I'd like to see it get 129 even better 130 There is a large amount of dumped material beyond the bollards at the end of Barker Drive (and within, although less often) 132 Green areas should be dog free to enable children to take advantage of grassy spaces
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134 There are too many people in the area, and therefore a lot of litter. The condition of the canal is atrocious from litter and rubbish dropped in on Camden Lock 137 This … need to be mentioned. Anytime there's litter, it gives off the message that there is no oversight. Sam ewith cracks, broken bricks, etc. 138 Would be nice if people put more effort and kept their fron gardens nicer. Nice to have bicycle racks around this area 139 We could promote cycling 141 Yes - I put "not sure" to the cleanliness question because there is too much litter - often, sadly, the day the binmen come In general the quality of the local environment is of a good standard but it could be improved if all residents adhered to the idea of putting waste and recyclable in 143 appropriate containers on the night before the refuse is collected, so that damage by foxes and other vermin is minimised and there is less detritus on the pavements. Ps Dog poo is also a problem The litter in the canal, mostly coming from Camden Market up-stream, is a realy eyesore. The canal towpath is cleaned regularly but the canal itself is often full of 144 bottles, polystyrene, plastic, etc 145 To improve the rubbish/litter in the canal to protect the local wildlife 146 There needs to be a clear up under the bridge where the garages are - too many broken vehicles 147 I like the trees (especially the fruit trees) along Camley Street 150 Currently it seems neglected 156 Reapers Close has a litter issue. Food waste litter is a particular concern 157 No 158 Some dog owners use the park as a toilet for their dogs without cleaning up the mess. Would like to see this stop
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5 My comments apply to Elm Village area, not Camley Street 6 I have never seen any bad behaviour and always feel safe at day and night 7 Hard to stop the low level drug dealing but a slightly more conspicuous police presence would be good Again Camley street itself feels unsafe and there is reckless driving. Elm Village with its restricted access feels much safer though there are issues with drug dealers 8 here. We cannot allow our children to play in the street because parks are not monitored by anyone and there is no real pavement on any street in Elm Village. Couple this with cars which come haring round too fast, and you have a potentially disastrous situation for children at play. We would like to see gates around our estate, and 9 people policing the play areas. We would also like more spaces for children to play on rainy days. There is nowhere here at present, even in the prestigious granary square development. On my many daily walks up and down Camley street and during the day I am shocked by the frequency of delivery vans travelling at dangerously high speeds to and 11 from the industrial estate in addition to customers from Bookers they often disregard the 20mph signs an set a terrible example. It is relatively safe. But it varies. There are numerous drug dealers that can be seen around the special needs housing on Barker/St Pancras, entrance to Elm Village, 12 and in Barker park). Camley Street has come up in the world, but poor lighting, light industrial and proximity to anti social people coming in from Agar area can make for un-safe feeling. Drivers bomb down St Pancras way regardless of crossing and 20 mph limits. 15 St Pancras Way feels safe to walk along at night, but Camley Street does feel unsafe at times, particularly the north end and under the bridge. 16 There is the odd burglary every so often 18 Better lighting needed around barker drive. Often cars driven fast and aimlessly by garden centre 23 After dark the area doesn't feel safe, the lighting is poor, especially round the back of Barker Dr. 25 bicycle traffic rules need tightening 27 Security cameras would be good. Also a public defibrillator. I feel safer than I did a decade ago. However I know women who still do not feel totally safe after dark. Increase the lighting, especially in Elm Village Open Space - trees often obscured the lighting. 29 More lighting along the canal Motorbikes often speed through the estate streets Make street lighting, better lighting needed//Visible CCTV on main roads - ie Barker Drive approach especially // Homes on canal-side vulnerable to intrusion from 32 towpath 36 Introduce some methods of slowing down vehicles along Barker Drive and the north of Camley Street 37 Basically very safe compared to other areas, but not compared, say, to small towns 38 Few blind corners on tight bits of road
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39 There are occasional incidents around the entrance to the canal 41 Clearly signed speed limit of 20 mph or below needs to be in evidence 43 Delivery drivers need to slow down. My children play outside and are at risf of being hit by fast drivers. There are no slow down signs 44 Motorbikes Problem: Mopeds accessing Barker Drive from Camley Street, Small Cars accessing Barker Drive from Camley Street. Possible change? Camley St to be opened up 45 to agar grove, barker drive to be open to Camley Stree, St Pancras way to be 2-way. Traffic calming throughout and all 20mph anyways, 10 mph in housing areas. This could open up Camley St and probably reduce crime 47 Dangerous cycling 49 Young peple racing motorbikes sometimes are a problem 50 Some drug dealers around but have always felt secure Some people speed too much in Barker Drive especially if they're coming all the way from the back/Weavers way, but generally OK. A bit dangerous for kinds and 51 cats. Also, we have a problem with low-level drug dealing in the area. Also, apparently, there was one assault on a woman a month ago 53 On reckless driving cars seem to adhere to speeed limits, but seem to have a problem with motorbikes, scooters, etc. 54 Too dark in the evening, people drive along Crofterway too quickly, also no proper pavement 62 Cars need to drive slower, Dogs dangerous one's 64 A remarkably safe, relaxed neighbourhood 66 Some HGVs still ignoring street signs - possible need one on the right of St Pancras Way for forcing HGVs 68 I have noticed quite a few cars and vans speeding along Camley St (past the co-op). Perhaps a speed limit would be of good sense here? I have been attacked with a brick thrown on my head by a group of teenagers for no reason. On my way to the children centre, just after 122 Camley Street, there was 71 a stabbing at 10am in the morning, the police never found the attacker, lucky that I was not there. FT happened minuted before I arrived 72 We have had 'youths' try to steal bikes on a number of occasions from the parking area behind our flats Groups of scooters do get driven sometimes by youths down the street but this has been better recently. The cars are left (abandoned) so I am concerned there is dog- 73 riding on Camley Street but I have not seen it first hand 76 We occasionally feel a little nervous about walking along the Canal towpath in Elm Village after dark, but elsewhere in the neighbourhood there are no such problems Street layout doesn't really lead itself to reckless driving (?planned out) Feel much safer walking alone in Camley Street now there si more pedestrian traffic - still a bit 77 apprehensive alone after dark - would not walk alone on towpath at night except between R College Street and St Pancras Way but the lighting on this stretch needs to be fixed
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The present use of Camley Street and Cedar Way as a race track by Cyclists, Motor-scooters, Motorcycles and Cars must be stopped, as apart from being a public nuisance, it is also very noisy and dangerous. Cyclists, motor-scooter and motorcycle riders doing wheelies, and car drivers performing handbrake turns on these 78 roads, will, sooner or later result in a serious or even fatal accident. We are very lucky that nothing like this has happened so far to my knowledge. The use of the present roads by jugger-noughts should also be reissted, as the road system was not designed for these vehicles, and thir presence on the local roads adds to the danger for local residents, not to speak of noise and air pollution which detracts from the environmental quality of the area 79 At present this area was quiet so we have no problem at all with public safety 85 There are not enough street light near the footpath and once a bike outside my house was stolen 86 Come down hard on those drivers who break the 20mph speed limit - so many do 88 Most people know that children are playing so drive slowly. Often people driving ir or out of the estate too fast The slope going from Crofters Way onto Camley Street has cars going very fast. This is a blind spot, therefore can be very dangerous. CCTV cameras are needed!! 91 We have neighbourhs doing drugs on the streets. We all have gardens, they should use them In the 1990s I witnessed several incidents of anti-social behaviour. [but not a risk to safety]. In the last 15 years I have seen none. I am out late most nights and have 93 never felt unsafe here 94 It is very safe here Drivers from the area are usually very careful. In some occasions, there are people that drive too fast and I have noticed they were usually lost and not from the 96 neighbourhood. Speed limit and children signs should be added. What happen to the 10mph sign that used to be at the entry of the village? 99 Sometimes motorbikes roar down Barker Drive 101 The situation has improved slightly but there seems no council effort to help homeless people who appear along the canal and as of today are still resistent 103 NO 105 The addition of the new block on Camley Street (by the canal) has already brought more people into this area and given it a safer feel - especially with the co-o shop 107 NO Noted illegal parking in Weavers Way. Some motorbike drivers or delivery drivers try to get into the gate between Weavers way and Ploughmans Close. The pathway 110 from the Camley Street Industrial site towards the bridge to Nisa of Agar Grove is dark and dirty and wet. Make it a dangerous place to walk in the evening and for strange people to gather in the dark 112 Better lighting, CCTV, Speed humps (Barker Drive) 113 Better street lighting, CCTV, speed humps, more police patrols 114 There are problems with kids riding up and down our road at speed on mopeds. The end of Barker Drive by Camley Street needs better lighting 115 In Camley Street cars speeding. Scooter are an occasional problem everywhere
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116 This is a good, safe area - which is one reason I like it. Kids should (and do!) play around here 117 Drug dealing is a long standing problem. Moped reigns along Barker Drive. Lighting is poor in some areas If feel safe in the St Pancras Way area but not so much in Camley Street which is still quite lonely at night. On the whole, people keep to the speed limit but there have 118 been times when Elm Village has been used as a race circuit for mopeds and we do get th eodd driver who shows no regard for pedestrians and speed through. THis is worrying if you have children playing out 123 Pavement around n.24 Weavers Way overtaken by vegetation which the resident refuses to atted to it Speed limit used to be 5 mph in Village, Camden has put up 20mph signs?! Several cats have blood run over and lulled in Rossendale, Barker Drive. Children are at 124 risk too, really need 5mph limit. Camley Street is a race track - need to police area, kids on mopeds, delivery, vans speeding, etc I feel safe to walk from Camden towards the area. But not late at night from St Pancras Kings Cross up Camley Street. A lot of cars and motorbikes/mopeds drive up 125 and down Camley Street at speed as it is a straight dead end road. The same comments as before also apply. I am happy that myself and my family are safe within Elm Village but I certainly wouldn't let my child play alone along 126 Camley Street Speeding cars on Camley Street are regular - we even get the occasional Ferrari! The garage businesses at the top end often test their cars on Camley Street. Under 127 the north bridge is neglected and unsafe at night - there was a stabbing this year!!! We used to live at NW1 0XG and our flatmate was mugged twice by a group of mid-teens. My partner was also threatened by some youth. But since moving to Barker 128 Drive, we've not seen them. The street lighting has improved and Camley Street feels safer 129 The vast majority of driving is great - but the occasional moped does fly-by: especially between Barker Drive and Camley Street 132 St Pancras Way needs traffic calming measures 134 Drug dealing is still prevalent and there is often the feeling that things are on a knife-edge 135 It just doesn't seem safe to walk on Camley Street at night, especially toward the bridge crossing 136 It feels very safe around here to me, I'm not aware of any "reckless driving" in the araea? 137 Keep the current bollards in place. Low traffic is one contributing factor to the uniqueness and pleasantness of Elm Village 138 It feels nice because there is a community here, so help it 139 Promote cycling Cyclists riding on pavement and pedestrian crossings. Cyclists who don't use their bell or do not have one. Cyclists with no lights at night. Cyclists riding up one way 140 streets the wrong way. Cyclists not giving priority to pedestrians on zebra crossings. Cyclists not givin priority to pedestrian on Canal towpath. Cyclists riding too fast on Canal towpath. Cyclists ignoring red lights 143 Lighting can sometimes be a problem. Ie broken/unworking light not repaired quickly enough
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To improve street lighting along Camley Street. To make police aware of the drug dealing that occurs at thte entrance to Rossendale Way/Barker Drive. Better lighting 145 along the canal Support neighbourhood with frequency of burglaries 146 Better lighting under the bridge by the garages 150 Better design, lighting 154 Much improved near the main stations since St Pancras was rebuilt 157 NO 158 The groups of younger people at night I find can be intimidating
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3 I want it to look pretty 4 Housing for local residents rather than student & luxury accommodation 6 London needs more housing including Camden 8 Aesthetics and quality need to be considered 9 We need more shops, cafes, and family friendly leisure facilities (cinema, playgrounds, skate park etc). 10 People need housing, it's just so unaffordable. I firmly believe that the greatest improvement to this community would come in redeveloping the industrial development. It is the major contributing factor to the street 11 seeming unsafe at night and is an eyesore by day. 12 There is now a co-op. But Camley can't really be described as having consumer-based goods and services. It's still one of the dives of Camden There should be a significant proportion of low cost families to maintain and improve diversity in the local population. Outdoor sports pitches are in high demand in 15 Camden so a floodlit astroturf for local sports groups would be a great idea. 17 We need a higher density neighbourhood to have more amenities. 18 Need to retain mix of residential and light industry and maybe live/work units. Current mixed development largely appropriate. Some more housing and opportunities for social meeting, such as might be provided by a cafe would be positive. The 19 good quality student housing development has generated more footfall, which serves to make Camley Street feel safer as a thoroughfare, and it is also positive to have a food shop and further access point to the canal. 23 We have enough shops in Camden, enough housing, especially taking into account the amount of new flats in Kings X 25 emphasis on canal-side walk and making that more comfortable, accessible and beautiful 26 Housing only - as 20 k on council housing list & others wanting to buy, need for homes greater than a few businesses I think housing should absolutely be the priority, given London's acute housing crisis, but it is important to have basic amenities (green space, shops, etc) for the 28 people living in the housing Light industry is part of the history and culture of the area. It needs to continue to ensure a balanced community that is not just a dormitory town filled with students and absentee investors. 29 Leisure is coming from King's Cross and Camden, anyway. If housing, the priority should be long term residents - affordable and middle income - not transient/ investments 32 Must follow ecologically sound practice 33 A bus route would be useful 34 Area could do with more shops, cash machine, etc.
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37 It would be good to have specialist small shops (eg baker or fishmonger). There would also be more niche openings as in Royal College Street 39 We definitely need local shops and community spaces: cafes, community hall, restaurants should be encouraged to open There are plenty of shops and restaurants slightly in the King Cross development so we do not need more in this locality. The peaceful atmosphere need to be 41 maintained 43 We don't need any more houses or student accommodation. How about a Drs Surgery or a school 1) I though one of the agreements, when the new canalside (Indeors) structure was built was that there'd be a coffee shop. There's a co-op. Can't remember that is a 45 requirement but no coffee shop. 2) I also though this building would include workshops/studios 46 Only Co-ip. Until then there was NOTHING 49 Would like the no through route to traffic in Elm Village to continue 51 Some public fitness facilities would be great, or a Gym More housing, better connections to Camden/Morning Crescent. Make Camley Street more active in the evening + therefor safe (not much …), introduce a gym? 54 Natural park should be open for longe hours and encourage connection between Camley Street and Kings Cross development There seems to be a lot of new housing being built with zero consideration toward services. Only two GP's in the catchment with 2 week waiting times. Nursery 59 support (sure start) has been withdrawn for anyone not lower income and places are already limited 60 Less pressure for services in Camley Street due to those in nearby locations (Camden) 62 A bus would be nice 65 It must not include high rised buildings 66 Could do with a cafè and a social space + studying space. Better local info 68 Having the co-op is a great convenience but the area could do with a few more shops. Otherwise, a walk to Camden Road Sainsbury's is required :( 71 It would be great to be able to have fresh products, fresh meat, fish, cheese. Co-op convenience is pricey, not fresh 72 There is 1 shop within a short walking distance 73 I like the quiet of the area and would not want to loose the tranquility by bringing in too many shops, but having the co-op is very useful 76 We would like to see a few small shops and some cafes and restaurants in Camley St, but no pubs because of the noise factor (see question 9 and 10 above) Wildlife Park and Co-op + garages only service I can think of - would welcome more genuinely affordable housing for local young people so they don't have to move 77 away, breaking up the community and working though probably not in high salaried jobs
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The area is at present deficient in retail and restaurant facilities. As it is intended to increase the amount ofresidential accommodation, and bearing in mind that there 78 is likely to be an increase in the number of people employed in the light industrial and commercial component in the redevelopment, serious consideration should be given to the inclusion of some retail units and if possible a restaurant or two. 85 It would be better to have more shops in this area as it will be more convenient for people to get a variety of goods and services in the area Any new development should be on a human scale. A mixture of housing of businesses units preferably built of brick, and low rise. An open green space the size of 86 EV essential 88 After 18 years - we finally get a local shop 91 We need more shops! We now have a useful corner shop. I do not dislike high denisty housing. It is needed in London. It would be good to have a cafe, it's good to see the green 93 warehouse being replaced by housing 94 There is a co-op new. There are other shops nearby 100 Avoid student housing + low level rentals as leads to low community identification and pride 101 Given increases mucher of residences (vs light industrial) there needs to be a provision for shop spaces at street level 104 Night time noise should be taken into account. Ie Companies that operate throughout the night should be considerate towards the residents 105 More shops/post office (franchise) would be nice and boris bike stand as well 107 Unnecessary to have a good range of services on Camley Street because of proximity to Camden Town The Elm Village Open Space can be modernized. Designed to gather more sunlight, separate children's playground, area with no dog so that i can be a clear open 110 space and place for neighbourhood outdoor gathering 112 Think about the local people for businesses 113 Think about local people and how it will impact on them 114 It should have a community feel like Elm Village to avoid anymore high rise buildings. There are enough at Kings Cross 116 It has improved a lot - the nice halls of residence (I think that is what they area) + co-op (which is useful) Further down there isn't really anything is there? Not enough range available. Only one shop and the industrial unit is not extensive enough. Constitution pub does not respect neighbourhood because it allows noise 117 and antisocial behaviours by its users 118 The co-op has proved to be really handy. I don't use any of the other services in Camley Street, except the Nature Park 119 Having the little Co-op in Camley Street is excellent. I'm happy to go to Camden Town Centre for more shops 122 Any development should include retail and landscaping
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123 Would be nice to have a good local garage. The booker to stay. Affordable studio spaces 124 I do appreciate the arrival of the Co-op as a local convenience shop. Camden Town has a prethora of shops, services so I have lots of local choice Where is the Canal side cafè promised in the new development at 103 Camley Street and incubator business space? In any development I would like to see some 125 spaces given to small start up businesses eg offices and workshops and studios, we could do with a GP surgery, schools, post office 126 There is currently only one shop in Camley Street so little variety 127 There is nothing there! Only the co-op and that made a big improvement to the area. Need industry and housing, jobs + homes I like how quiet this area is and I'm concerned redevelopment would change this. I am also worried about being priced out of this area. Our previous landlord sold our 128 flat and it was devastating. We were lucky to find another place in this area. We would like to buy, but it is too expensive. Affordable housing (to buy) prioritised for those already in the area and who do not own property already would be ideal The housing I'd like to see would be affordable and prioritised for people living in the area (or working) not more student or investment property. I don't want to see 129 Camley Street turn into a line of coffee shops that service students and office workers 133 Absolutely no more housing of any kind Any development should be to improve conditions for existing residents - there should be no housing development whatsover: Camden is already at (if not beyond) 134 saturation point. There are already too few doctors, dentists, social workers and school places. There is also barely sufficient green space - we can't afford to lose any more 136 There are enough shops in the surrounding area. I don't think it needs any more here. Definitely don't want any chains or offices Keeping it unique (not the "new Spitalfields" or "new Canary Wharf" or even "new Kings Cross") and supportive of the simultaneous growth/retention of the current 137 business/commercial/residential mix Prioiritise social causes, small businesses, cycling children and elderly. Not large corporations but local people with their own business. Maybe a bakery or community 139 centre 143 No more high rise buildings and we should continue to have green spaces Camley Street at present has an unusual character due to the combination of low rise light industrial buildings, green spaces such as the Natural Park and the 144 roadside orchard, and little traffic because it is not a thoroughfare. I hope the unique character of this neighboruhood will be retained 145 Balance of 'range of goods'/service ie housing/entertainment/leisure/nature space/employment 146 It would be nice to make use of the canal with a communal ope space like the one at granary square, more but I appreciat that might be difficult 147 We don't need more chain stores or identikit cafes 150 I prefer a balanced community-led approach
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I have been a supporter of the regeneration of Kings Cross and the balance struck. I do feel that developing the "neighbourhood" here in Camley requires greater 156 focus on residents 157 NO 158 There isn't much in the way of 'goods and services' the new co-op is good though for convenience and I like that the garden Centre has a cafe
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3 Apart from the natural space there are none 4 I'd like to see green areas maintained 5 More needed. 6 We have a good park and there are otehr green spaces nearby A little more green space would be good, not everyone has private gardens and the small playground and park are good but good be opened up more (a the trees 7 looked after) 8 The Natural reserve is invaluable. The green spaces in Elm Village need more attention. They are not particularly appealing to spend too much time in. We need more rainy day leisure facilities, from free to cheap, because the families in this area are not wealthy. Also, we need to have more monitored spaces, because we are subject to gang and other crime cultures, which need to be kept out of children's play facilities. We would benefit from addressing more needs for 9 housing residents because office workers already have kings cross and beyond to entertain themselves, and are gone all weekend, whilst residents are here all the time. 12 Private green areas - flowers and trees definitely make a big difference to the vibe and show the people who live here care about their area and it's got a community. 15 Public space needs to be carefully designed to encourage activities and participation, rather than being sterile squares between sky scrapers. 18 Need to appear safer. 19 We are close to the canal and Granary Square, so not far from green space 23 The park area on Barker Drive could be utilised more by the residents if it weren't for people "walking" their dogs there and the drug dealing. 25 They should be open and accessible and provide amenities 26 We want the upper space back in barker drive taken from us by council for social project. We used to have barbeques, games etc up there. Not sure what the privately owned spaces are - part from my garden! 29 Elm Village Open Space could set aside dog area. 35 Camden is lucky + have Primerose Hill and Regents Park 37 I would like to see a small park or Play area (as for instance opposite Edill Neville School Somerstown) 38 The park is too shady Camley Nature reserve could be modernised (but is priceless). It could benefit froma cafe/bar, hall/birthday party room and children's entertainment (playground 39 pieces, benches, safety pond railing, etc) 41 Not sure what has happened to the green area beside the Camden Overground line. It was such a good initiative when it was cultavated by young people in the past 43 The green space in Barker Drive isn't safe or clean, due to vicious dogs and more dog poo! There should be a designated dog walking area (maybe in Camley Street)
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45 The public space on Barker Drive has always been plagued with anti-social behaviour: drugs, alcohol, violence Not sure what can be done about that 49 Fortunately the neighbourhood is adjacent to the St Pancras Gardens Not enough green space, needs to be an area that attracts/encourages people to spend time outside particularly in the summer, there is more provision for 54 children/families and less for thouse without children. Needs to be sufficient open space with … round natural light for adults to socialise and enjoy. An area where we feel we can use a bbq withouth disturbing neighbours would be usfeul and encourage neighbours to socialise 59 We could use another small park 62 The only public is the park that the children don't use and would like a football pitch 64 There is a modest access to green space via St Pancras Churchyard and the canal, but any reduction would be seriously decrimental 65 Camley Street wildlife Park is very welcome and they should be involved in green open spaces, ideally public and private 66 What private spaces? 68 Dog fouling is a problem on Barker Drive and the green space opposite. Those of us who live in Weavers Way flats have no green space 71 We need bigger and better playgrounds. Camley Natural Park is WONDERFUL 73 The only green area is the Reserve which is closed and restricted at times. It would be nice to have more space to enoy the peace 75 We residents with kids need a proper place where our kids can be free to play 76 Barker Drive residents are specially fortunate in having a park directly in front of their houses; other park of the neighbourhood may not be so fortunate We have the wildlife park and St Pancras Gardens + Barker Drive Park. The private green spaces managed by the businesses in Camley Street certainly make the 77 area more pleasant - fruit trees, etc and it's important to protect these and not continue over with overdevelopment 85 The size of the public spaces is acceptable but they do not always get cleaned up 86 Should have the look of a small park rather than a patch of grass 88 There isn't enough places on Camley Street for the people who live here. Very industrial - there's only the Nature Park and the memorial Park 91 They're not kept very well for example the parks 93 I don't think there is a deficiency 94 We have got a nice park 99 I don't know which/where are the privately owned green spaces 100 There are not enough and those that exist can be frequented by anti-social behaviours which need to be better managed
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The public space in the area cover by the plan consist of small square in front of the co-op (which is used) and the Camley Nature Park (which is used but requires 101 some planning to visit). There need to be more possibility in terms of small squares or green areas 106 The access to the canal is very good now 107 Trees in Barker Drive parkette need to be removed as they have killed the lawn and turned large areas of the park to mud Work with St Pancras Garden if it's out of neighbourhood plan area boundary. Reasons: the garden is big and open, but it's dark because too many big trees create 110 inhospitable feeling, if garden has changes with less trees more lawn, gather more sunshine, possibly there can be a nice open space for activities for the neighbourhood 112 I would like to see more green spaces, but these seem to attract drug dealers 113 Not enough of them 114 I think we need more safe, clean public areas that anyone can enjoy 116 You could count the Reserve at the bottom - but it is not really available/close enough to the (core) estate to count 117 Public Garden on Barker Drive needs to be better maintained. Dog owners need to pick up their dogs poo not leave it in park 118 Is the nature park privately owned? I'm not sure which areas you are referring to Though the little park on Barker Drive is nice, green space for such a large population - possibly across Camley Street as part of future development would be 119 welcome 123 Did not know there was one (privately owned green spaces) 124 Where are the green spaces in Camley Street? It is always good to have green spaces. But they need to be well planned to stop antisocial behaviour. A bridge from Camley Street to Handyside Street (edge of 125 Cubitt park) would be great and connect Camley Street neighbourhod to the Kings Cross development 126 Public spaces always enhance an area but need to be properly managed and designed to avoid antisocial usage There are some green spaces but apart from the Natural Park (which is great but not useful for day-to-day relaxation) they are poor quality and used by drunks, 127 druggies and agressive dog owners I'm not sure what "privately owned green spaces" you mean? The fact we have a nice park at Barker Drive - with allotments too? And a nature park on our door step 129 is amazing and we are lucky to have it 130 The dog park is nice for the Elm Village residents who don't have gardens 134 As above - we need more not less public green space 135 Should be made to be kept clean and tidy and some parts shouldn't look so run down
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I'm not sure the Barker Drive park provides much of a "green space" but I guess it can't expand? I think the Camley Street Wildlife Park is a wonderful asset and 136 should be protected at all costs…even expanded 137 Make the park by the Garden Centre more welcoming 138 It would be nice if there was a communal facility in front of the co-op 139 Keep them green! Put parking spaces for bikes! Make front gardens nice 145 More access to the canal-parks (nature spaces) child friendly play area - seating, planting, flower boxes - picnic areas 146 Remove a factory/office block and put in a communal open space that can be used by all with a cafe, etc 149 NO 156 The Ploughmans/Reapers Close and Weavers Way housing has a lack of decent public space. An issue, I'm sure, for those (particylarly young families) living here 157 No 158 I would like more green space
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S17 Do you have any comments you'd like to make about transport?
3 Must make it safe for pedestrians and cyclists 4 Cars are often parked overhanging the pavement within the estate and the industrial areas cause Camley street to become almost inaccessible 5 Bus stop(s) closer than at present needed, and/or a new route or routes. Whilst we would like to be closer to a bus stop, we feel that adding it would ruin the main attraction of living on our estate, which is that is unusually quiet for the 9 location. A bus stop on st pancras way going to kings cross and beyond would be very useful. cycle lanes are a bit ludicrous because of the narrowness of the road and the lack of continuity with other paths. This is more a generic problem in london than a local one. Traffic bombs down St Pancras Way. Drivers seem to enjoy speeding up to the bend in the bridge which is a major hazard to pedestrians (many with children on way 12 to school) and cyclists. 15 Any development should include generous covered parking for bikes for workers and residents as well as outdoor bike parking for visitors. 18 Too easy for cars to travel quickly around ends barker St. I think more attention should be paid to pedestrians in road design and crossing points. We are forced at the bottom of Camley Street and on St Pancras Road to 19 cross the road twice to keep going in the same direction. Cyclists have a strong lobby but are not always considerate to pedestrians, especially on the canal footpath and at pedestrian crossings and traffic lights where I have witnessed potentially serious injuries to pedestrians from cyclists ignoring red lights. 25 we need bus stops -- at least one on camley st and another on st pancras way 26 Lack of bus route down st pancras way Transport links - bus route down St Pancras Way? Divert the 46? 29 Remove the St Pancras Way cycle lane - it is underused as cyclists prefer the road and pavement. 30 I would welcome a bus route which included St. Pancras Way and/or Camley Street. 33 A bus route/service would be very useful 35 Mostly a good service 36 There is a need for a bus service to tof of Camley Street - long promised 37 A bus route would already find plenty of users, despite what TFL says 39 I find public transport in the area satisfactory 41 A minibus from Elm Village via Camley Street & Kings Cross, Euston Road (UCLH) and Hampstead Road & Camden Town would be an asset for older people 45 Please see comment at 7 about road layout 47 I thought that a bus service was on the Agenda? 49 The area is well served with public transport
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54 Would begood if there was a close bus stop 56 Few bus stops directly close to where we live 59 It would be nice to have Santander bikes in the area. Currently they are 10 minutes walk away 62 A bus service would be nice :) 64 Local connections to buses are excellent and rail and tube are a reasonable walk As Camley Street becomes more developed, perhaps buses should go there, such as 46, or perhaps be diverted down St Pancras Way with access to Camley St 65 from there. 66 Is good. Keep the fire gates 68 N/A 71 We need at least one bus route in Camley, the area is isolated 73 Good. Evenmore bike paths 74 If I could not walk to Murray St to get the 274 bus I would not be able to go out every day All the places to which residents are likely to need to reach are conveniently situated for public transport and on foot. However, we should be happy and see Camley 76 Street be made into a bus route. The relatively good availability of parking spaces makes the ownership and use of a private car very attractive. 77 Public transport wise we're well provided for - always allowing for hitches in the system as a whole 85 There should be a safe route for cyclists to travel around this area 86 Very good 88 Walking back at night isn't comfortable. There is no bus route on Camley Street in or out of the estate. Which is why my preference is the car 91 We need Boris Bikes and a bus route 93 It's a shame the original proposal to run a bus through the area never happened, but I appreciate that this barrier prevented rat-running 94 It is a nice area to walk in and close to many buses and railways 95 A Santander bike docking station would be useful in the area 96 It would be good to have a Santander Cycle Docking station nearby Elm Village on Camley Street 105 A local Boris Bike station would be convenient 107 No, very good transport
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S17 Do you have any comments you'd like to make about transport? Of the 2 Bus-stops at Camley Street on St Pancras Way not sure the practical way to apply but for Camley Street - somewhere around/between Goodsway Natural 110 Park St Pancras Way - Somewhere before and after the Constitution Pub 112 Still waiting for a bus 113 Where is the bus!!! 114 We should have a bus that goes down St Pancras Way The bollard blocking entry from Camley Street to Barker drive is great in terms of stopping through traffic - but a pain for us gettin in /our of the estate. Think I'd rather 116 have it though! 117 Use of car because of disabilities but if there was a good bus service that went down St Pancras Way towards Kings Cross that would be helpful 118 It would be good to have a bus rout slightly nearer than at present. I am able-bodied, but for someone who isn't, this area is a bit cut off It would be good to have a bus service running on Camley Street down to the Kings Cross redevelopment area and stations. Also I would like to see a cycle lane on 125 Camley Street. Also a zebra crossing near the co-oè and canal stairs If Camley Street is to be developed for the benefit of the Community it will need much better transport links - both from the south but also to Agar Grove and the 126 Cantelowes area in the north 127 Must not be a through route for cars as it would become a rat-run. Needs speed bumps and traffic control to slow down cars As a direct route to Kings Cross, I don't see the need for any public transport on Camley. Kings Cross has an enormous amount of options, so a 10/15 minute walk to 129 there is perfetct 132 Would like safe dedicated cycle paths 134 A bus that stopped in St Pancras Way, serving Elm Village, going to UCLH, Oxford Street, would be wonderful! 135 Not sure if it is worth having a bus service on Camley Street 136 I think the area is serviced by a great array of transport options in all directions 137 I lke being near all means of transport but not having a bus route on our doorstep is good. Let keeps us as an oasis 139 Promote cycling! Santander bikes closer maybe! Cycle parking. Public transport is good, all really close and that's nice 141 As has often been said before a bus service in Camley Street would be an advantage or in St Pancras Way (south-end) 146 NO 149 NO 157 NO 158 NO
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S21 Do you have any comments you'd like to make about Housing?
4 It is unaffordable and often cramped 5 Rented Council housing would be best, with subletting and sale absolutely forbidden. 6 It would be good to have more housing instead of depots We cannot afford to move from our small flat to a bigger place and this is affecting my son's ability to grow and really focus on his education. Whilst we are priveleged that we are able to own (with a mortgage) our flat, we feel that the prices of houses in this area are out of control. We would like to see more low income housing 9 along camley street, to prevent this area from being so gentrified that we lose the benefits we came to this area to find (namely mixing with people from all walks of life). "social" housing can sometimes be a double-edged sword. I'm all in favour of helping people - but those people need to take responsibility for maintaining a healthy, 12 active, integrated community. Too many social housing projects have become no-go areas, crime-based, poor community spirit, trash & CCTV ridden. That's a stereotype but one that can happen quite easily with poor long term planning. Each housing development should have a mix of property sizes, styles and costs to encourage a broad mix of people to live in close proximity. This leads to healthy 15 communities and happier people. 17 There are not enough houses and that makes prices go up. 18 Needs to be better provision of affordable housing and for over 65s 19 Need to preserve a good mix of residents. That is what London at its best is all about 23 There is enough housing in the area, jobs are what's needed. I think employment is a bigger priority than housing but realise that some housing should be built. 29 This should aim to attract new long term residents to augment the community rather than short term. 30 Have you considered a "co-housing" development? For info see: http://cohousing.org.uk 35 Camden should provide more affordable houses 37 No longer affordable for those who grew up here Housing provision should be for local people. There seem to be enough student accommodation in the area nor Low rise, well designed housing should be the priority. 41 Also, the buy to let should be curtailed if possible 42 Flats are too small. Not enough space for children and families 43 It's all very well to keep building houses, but we also need infrastructure. Schools, Drs Surgeries, shops, cafe We could focus on what we have and improve that - not build more housing in this area. Housing - specially affordable - needs to be in privately dominated areas now 45 to prevent "ghettos" 47 God help them
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49 There should be a mix of housing 58 There should be affordable housing but not priority (80/20). Too high for first time buyers People who have a committment to the area should be helped ideally. Perhaps rents are to high-going up and they need to leave because they can't stay here - they 65 should be prioritised if that is possible 66 Affordability is an issue. Buy to rent a massive problem, more than supplies. I worry that premium value properties will only be built 68 N/A 71 3 bed flats in the area are too expensive and unaffordable even for a family on a joint income of around 80k-90k 72 Affordable housing in the area and London as a whole is clearly an issue 73 We need more affordable housing for 1st time buyers In line of question 20, we think that people most likely to want to live in this area are single people that work in the City or West End, and retired people. So we believe 76 that more small shouses and flats similar to those already in Elm Village should be given prioirity As stated above, I want local young working people to be prioritised for genuinely affordable housing so that they can reamin in the area where they grew up and have 77 networks and can in turn raise their own families - this is how real supportive communities are developed 85 Some parts of the houses people are living in are quite old and need repairing 88 Naturally there is a need for housing of all groups It's good to see student housing being built as this contributes to the vibracy of Camden Town. Clearly we need genuinly affordable housing to protect the diversity of 93 the area 94 We need more affordable housing Elm Village is isolated from the rest of Camden, which is good for a residential area, but for Primary School children, that does not seem to be "the" school of the area 96 so children are attending a lot of different schools. Also, walking access to schools is not straightforward Development needs to planned to support a mix in housing that reflects London's population (i.e. so that it is representative, not favouring one sector - whealthy, rich 101 or poor 107 No Ideally. I would suggest housing as extend Elm Village with comination of terrace house/low-rise apartments. Make the whole area a low-density residential 110 area/complex 112 Do we have to have so many student accommodation building. I would like to see some housing for our own children 114 There needs to be more good quality but affordable housing
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117 Social housing is urgently needed but must be truly affordable for those on average or low incomes 118 Please give local people and their grown-up children the chance to stay in the area 123 There are enough new housing projects around. It would be nice if Camley Street remained different It would be good to have some mixed housing with actual houses! Also housing which is attractive not just square high blocks no different to the hideous 60s and 70s 125 tower blocks! Ecological and award winning designs would be great Effort should be made to prevent housing falling into the hands of landlords, both individual and corporate, who just wish to exploit the area for profit and do not have 126 any interest in the community 127 Good quality affordable rented should be an absolute priority Our feeling towards who is in most urgent need of affordable housing in biased. Either way, I feel current residents of the area should be given priority. London has too 128 many investment properties and it is destroying communities Re: Priority of who gets housing - I can oly speak for my own demographic. Any system that avoids investment property or extra student accommodation would be a 129 positive move 130 There is already a problem with people dumping trash, with more housing it could get worse 133 Too much of it! Too many people for the infrastructure already and no scoper for developing the infrastructure. Everything is at boiling point 134 To reiterate. Camden is busting There seems to be a lot of student accommodation, buy to let, buy for investment going on in the area. It definitely, definitely needs affordable housing to rent or to 136 buy for families and young people. Nothing else 137 The suggestions currently in place are a good start 138 I don't think Camley is a good place for a big residential area. It's a one way street 139 Social housing should be prioritised. Keep this community feeling with friendly people and openness with the shared garden areas Dont't get me started!! What the area - as the whole of Camden - needs is more truly affordable housing, ie Council/Housing Associations properties. We do not need 141 any more luxury flats and the Kings Cross developers should not be allowed to renege on their agreement to provide social housing 143 Any housing provision should be prioritised for Camden people, especially those born in Camden, as these people have no access to housing in Camden presently 144 A mixture of families and people living alone, young and old, makes for a more interesting community than single group housing Although I think having should not focus on one group of people. All people need housing and it should be differentiated so. Equal opportunities for the elderly, single, 145 couples. Everyone on an average wage needs supporto not just because you have children. Balance and a mix is the key 147 There is too much focus on the short term transient population. We need people keen to stay and establish coral connections
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149 NO 150 A mixed community would be ideal 157 NO 158 I would like bike racks to be provided that are secure and lockable
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Are there places in the neighbourhood where people can hold community events or celebrations? If you answer yes to the previous S23 question, please list the places you are aware of... 3 Constitution pub 5 Constitution pub. Park and playground. 7 Barnes, the con, agar centre 8 Jubilee Centre and pub! the community centre on our estate has been sold off and there is no space where tenants can mix (either them or their children). we feel a vital element of our space 9 has been lost to private school use. 10 Pubs 12 The Con, Evtra activities. The Constitution 14 Communal green spaces 15 The Constitution Pub. The Colonel Fawcett. 18 Three pubs nearby. Needs social centre. 19 Wildlife park; allotment areas (for Elm Village, with appropriate security safeguards) 20 Park on Barker Drive, Constitution Pub
25 some of the industrial firms open area for neighborhood use. canal side allows some congregation. there used to be a community building in elm village now rented.
26 Pubs. Jubilee centre. Maiden lane. Barker drive open space 27 Constitution, the allotments, the greenhouse Constitution 28 Green spaces, including allotments 29 Constitution, Golden Lion, Prince Albert, Frank Barnes, Natural Park 32 Allotments, green space Rossendale Way, Constitution, Kings Cross if necessary 34 The constitution Pub 35 Constitution Pub, Irish Centre 36 Frank Barnes school, Elm Village allotments, Irish Centre, Constitution 38 Pub, space by the canal
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Are there places in the neighbourhood where people can hold community events or celebrations? If you answer yes to the previous S23 question, please list the places you are aware of... 40 The pub (children not allowed!) 41 Canalside with Elm Village residents. Camley Street Natural Park 45 The Constitution, The Prince Albert, The Irish Centre 46 Only the pub: Constitution 49 Jubilee Waterside Centre 50 The Constitution 51 "The Con" 53 Constitution Public House-Cellar bar 57 Constitution 59 Church, Community Centres, Children Centres, Pubs 60 Again, this is provided by nearby locations 65 The Constitution, Camley Street Wildlife Park 66 The constitution, Irish Centre, needs a community a space 68 I guess the garden centre coffee shop? It is relaxing to go there with friends. There is nowhere else I am aware of 76 We are not aware of any 77 Constitution pub, Elm Village Canal side places, Wildlife Park 78 Jubilee Centre, Camley St Natural Park 80 No idea of any 86 Irish Centre 93 The grass area in front of our flats, Elm Village Open Space - street (with council permission) 97 Elm Village + one of the industrial units 100 Elm Village gree / Camley Street Natural Park / Jubilee Centre / Constitution Pub 101 Constitution pub is about it, or the Garden Centre 103 The Irish Centre 105 Nature Park buildings/ Jubilee Centree (Frank Barnes School) / Constitution Pub
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Are there places in the neighbourhood where people can hold community events or celebrations? If you answer yes to the previous S23 question, please list the places you are aware of... 106 Garden in Barker Drive 109 Camley Street Nature Park, The Constitution Pub, Elm Village Community Allotment Indoor: Constitution Pub, Golden Lion Pub, Natural Park. Outdoor: Elm Village Open Space @ Barker Drive, Rossendal opens space. St Pancras Garden (if 110 possible), Natural Park, Open space at the Cedar Way 114 I know there is an area but not sure where 116 Constitution - but this doesn't count as Camley Street neighbourhood 117 Gardens 118 The Constitution, Camley Street Nature Park and previously the Jubilee Waterside Centre 119 Frank Barnes School, Jubilee Centre, The Constitution, Camley Street Nature Park 120 Frank Barnes school, The Irish Centre, The Constitution 123 Barker Drive little park, Rossendale Way 124 The Constitution, Camden Gardecn Centre Cafe 125 Well the Constitution pub, but this is not suitable for all of the community or family events with children or other social activities 127 Only the Constitution and if you are not a pub person then there is nothing 128 Barker Drive park and playground. Camley St Reserve 129 The only place I can think of is the Constitution Pub 130 Dog park + playground, also canal 136 Constitution Arms, Camley Street Wildlife Park 137 Constitution, Prince Alber, Canal Allotments (a plus), Garden Centre, Camley Street Nature Centre, School for the Deaf, Irish Centre 138 Canal, granola factory, garden Centre, parking lot 139 On the balcony by the canal, in the Garden Centre, in the Muesli factory where they have the compost. She BONFIRE!! :) 141 The Comstitution Pub. Open air- the Open space in Barker Drive. The school for deaf children 142 Communal areas in Elm Village 144 Constitution pub 145 Elm Village neighbourhood Community Garden/allotments for BBQ - the Constitution (christmas cards …)
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Are there places in the neighbourhood where people can hold community events or celebrations? If you answer yes to the previous S23 question, please list the places you are aware of... 146 The constitution pub, Camley Street Nature Park 147 Constitution, the green spaces, the Nature Park 156 The community garden 157 The Constitution Pub
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S25 Do you have any comments you'd like to make about social life?
3 Drug dealling 6 When I talk to peolle they are always friendly Whilst it is much quieter than other areas, social gatherings tend to be drunken parties by one flat on the road or other public areas, late at night. This is not a family 9 centred environment and should be. There are a number of our neighbours who have moved out because they feel poorly catered for. 12 Burglary and drug dealing is still prevalent. 15 Camden is a vibrant area. Reasonable tolerance to noise even late at night is a good thing and in keeping with Camden life. 16 Would be nice that parents could be encouraged to socialise with others thanks to some available activities they can do or places they can go. 19 Some suggestions of drug dealing activity in Barker Drive. Some inconsiderate use of allotment space, but not a huge problem. 23 There is no social life, I have lived in Barker Dr for over 25 years and I don't know anyone, there is no community activity. 26 Could do with getting rid of prostitutes in camcley st and weavers way 29 More public areas/ facilities are always welcome. Anti-social behaviour has improved a lot but more police patrols/ traffic wardens would be welcome 38 Constitution Pub can be occupied by some not very nice people 40 Petty theft is a problem 41 There are opportunities for local involment if desired 43 We still have a problem with drug dealers. And youths in large groups hanging around in the childrens play area 47 If the 274 bus stopped at Barker Drive it would improve things for the aged and for those who would like an evening out? 51 Low-level drug dealing. Drunk people coming back home from Camden Town or elsewhere through Barker Drive (and Rossendale and Bergholt, but less) 52 Noisy at nights at times 53 Green space opposite flats in Barker Drive, does seem to have a problem with drug abuse and also rough sleepers occasionally 59 The increase in Student accommodation has meant an increase in night noise on the streets We have in Elm Village The Big Lunch in June, the Christmas get together and gardening activities. There are all good occasions and we have a happy 65 neighbourhood, I think 66 Policing is crap 68 N/A 71 I don't like to hang around in the area as there are alcoholics and drug users in the park quite often
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72 There are no places to 'socialise' on Camley Street 73 My bike was stolen wiht the 1st 3 days of movin in It seems that there is less drug dealing and other criminal activities in the area especially since the instruction of parking restrictions, but as elsewhere in Central 76 London burglary is veidently still a serious problem 77 We do get intermittent problems with drug dealing and burgleries but I wouldn't say it is serious relating to London as a whole 85 Most of the people in this neighbourhood are really friendly but there is lack of social activity going on in the area 86 More than enough venues to meet with others 88 Better street patrol in the evenings Too many people in the area do drugs! Also houses keep getting egged and people with lasers keep pointing them through our windows. Police had keen callen but 91 nothing done 93 It's a shame the community centre by the canal has shut. I get on well with my neighbours but don't meet them socially 94 It is very friendly here, I do not see any crime at any time of day or night 96 The Jubilee Centre could be used Need to envourage greater degree of neighbourhood consideration, especially regarding noise. Policing of loitering and anti social behaviour needs to be more 100 effective 101 Drug dealing, abandoned cars, fly tipping, graffiti 103 NO Would be good to have a cafe or something within the housing estate so adults could at least know each others by sight. The park is unsuitable for meeting unless 107 you have a dog or child. It would be nice to have some place to gather to build community There is a tendency for residents to have local gatherings in the shared garden. They can be very loud and disruptive. Additionally there are frequently large groups of 108 students passing through the neighbourhood late at night who are very loud 110 It's a problem that the allotment behind the Elm Village Open Space was vandalised recently. May be more street lamps or lightings are needed. 112 CCTV cameras would help for better lighting. Policemen on foot, not in cars just driving through 113 CCTV 116 Here (Elm Village) is a nice, social area. Camley Street isn't really part of that as things stand 117 More social events would be good. Drug dealing is an ongoing problem which also leads to other criminal activities and antisocial behaviours
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118 I have rarely encountered any anti-social behaviours although drug-dealing activities occur from time to time 123 Antisocial activity seems to come in waves to the area Elm Village has EVTRA, which has meetings and events. But not everyone in Elm Village attends, so it would be good to try and improve this. I have no real contact 125 with any of the residents in Weavers Way, Ploughmans Close, Reapers Close and it would be good for us all to come together for the Camley Street NP As I see it there isn't any social life centered around Camley Street. The only places in this area are the pubs around the Royal College Street and St Pancras Way 126 area which are being takenover by companies from outside our community Drug dealers are an intermittent but perennial nuisance. They are aggressive and intimidating. There seem to be a lot of burglaries but perhpas no more than normal 127 for Camden. Residents association (EVTRA) makes a huge positive difference I would like to become a more active member of this community, but work evenings and weekends, so I find most events clash with my schedule. I am also worried 128 about getting to attached and then my landlord deciding to sell. The growing house prices here make me feel wary as a renter I have notice a great improvement (a reduction) of any anti-social behaviour. I would like to be more socially active in the community but a great deal of my work takes 129 place in the evenings and weekends - plus as a renter, you never feel 100% sure how long you will be in one place 130 There is a problem with dumping, and there have been thefts in the carpark behind Elm Village. Stolen property has been dumped 132 It would be good to have a community hall as a place for neighbours to get together 133 Litter, dog mess, shouting, etc on towpath. Drug-dealing 134 Drugs, litter, dog mess 136 It's a very friendly area and most peole are great. This needs to be preserved at all costs. This sense of community 137 Maintaing safety, pleasantness and neighbourliness throughout social routines will make a difference. In short - we're all responsible. And it's an evening concern 138 It's nice here. It's rare to have such a good community feel in central London where you know your neighbours and feel comfortable to speak to them 139 It is good that it is not too busy and loud like the rest of Camden. The neighbours work in the communal garden spaces are really nice. Garden Centre is lovely In Elm Village social life is quiet and neighbourly. We have a strong community and chat, help, look after each other and properties/gardens if the other is away. On 145 the other hand we have had burglaries frequently in the area also 149 NO 150 Best to make it inclusive, vibrant 156 This area can be a bit of a back water, with visitors (anti-social rather from resident) seeking relative seclusion here; not a major problem but you encounter it sometimes 157 No 158 The gangs of young people as mentioned earlier and lots of drug dealers in the park which needs to stop
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S28 Do you have any comments you'd like to make about governance?
4 The developments in the industrial areas is going to have a huge impact on the community with little/no provision for additional infrastructure
6 Although the local people could have an input, it is important that the council makes a decision as they take into acccount the whole borough's needs
I have noticed with alarm, the increasing tendency of council to bend to the wishes of unscrupulous property developers. We appear to have lost our 9 standards, which were quite stringent before, and are seeing high rise buildings shooting up in areas where we were restricted to 3 story high buildings. We are concerned that we will end up with some horrible housing tower estate. 12 Needs a sensitive, heritage cognaiscant mixed use approach with residents/businesses active in governance Thank you to the Neighbourhood forum organisers for putting in so much time and effort. I hope that there is enough motivation in the community to 15 keep the group going and making a difference in the years to come. 29 N/A 35 Unfortunately Camden tied to government hand outs 36 Very little through traffic, low density, children's play area on Barker Drive It is essential that the people who live locally determine how Camley Street and Elm Village neighbourhood Plan should be developed. We do not 41 need or want any more high rise buildings blocking the landscape
Architecture: There is an opportunity here to have really high quality exciting architectural projects. Ideally, buildings would be decided on by 45 architectural competition. I'd like to see us build on the small creative businesses, the "Urban orchard", The Mind Gardening project. Let's avoid this dreadful beg standard architecture and forms on making this a model of well designed sustainable community of residents and employers/employees
In Leeds, where I have lived, there have been very good neighbourhood actions leading to input to school decisions, transport, design statements 64 and neighbourhood plans. I cannot imagine not involving residents 66 Neighbourhood watch needed. Integration with local forums and council. Council presence and info non-existent 68 N/A Developers should not be allowed to maximise their profits at the cost of local residents and hard working families. If this situation continues we'll be 71 forced to leave the area It is a disgrace walking through Camley St to Murray St, the rubbish on pavement and cars being park on pavement is a no go area in evening 74 because of people drinking and taking drugs We would greatly welcome an increase in public and green places in order to meet the needs of the type of people and dogs we would like to see 76 attracted to the area 77 See comments above at q.12 and 21
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S28 Do you have any comments you'd like to make about governance?
85 The governance in the neighbourhood is carefully managed We're a community so all of the above are an issue. More employment for the young or training schemes for the less educated is a must. Better 88 street patrol 90 Quiet environment, green friendly 92 Quiet area 103 NO 108 Please ensure that tenants as well as owners and landlords are equally represented 110 Any new housing plan need to have majority consent from the community. 114 I believe we should have a say in what will be built as it will affect all of our daily lives 117 Affordable social housing is most important but rents must be aimed at low/average rates of pay 118 N/A 123 Our experience with community being run by interest-parties in Elm Village has left us very sceptical and disappointed 124 Well, they are all important issues. The emphasis would depend on what actually happen in Camley Street Sorry, I feel all the above are equally of importance, I think that all of these should be considered and a well thought out inclusive and cohesive plan 125 needs to be made for any development in the area. With the existing community and growth of populaiton considered 127 Need housing and jobs and be a good/pleasant/pretty place to live/work The council must no longer over-ride its own plans of densing of population as has happened with previous large-scale development. All the talk of 134 "listening to the public" must be more than words I hope Camden will be very aware of people's needs in the area and not just develop the area in the interests of making money for themselves and 136 big businesses. The sense of community needs to be preserved at all costs 137 I think a multi-pronged blend, as is currenty envisioned, is the way to go 139 This survey of local initiatives are really good. It is important for us to have a say in what happens to our area It's quiet - or as quieter as anywhere in Central London can be. Leafy. We have little gardens and somewhere to park. Shops, 2 tube stations, the 141 Overground plus loads of buses easy to walk to 144 I support the Neighbourhood forum and hope it can influence the way Camley Street is developed 149 NO 150 A fully involved, empowered, local community will help long term 160 XIII. Residents questionnaires
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157 Seems to be working 158 NO
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S29a Thinking about Camley Street and Elm Village neighbourhood as a place: What is good about it?
4 It's quiet considering its central location; it has a small community feel to it (where you feel a bond to neighbours and the area and would say hello when passing) 5 Elm Village has plenty of friendly neighbours and is an oasis for such a central area of London. 6 It is quiet and friendly 7 There is a community - rare in central london. It is a diverse community of people actually living in central london 8 Central, quiet, sense of community, low density housing. 9 Quiet, close to the centre of town, still adhering (just) to the tenet of not building high rise housing cheek by jowl. 10 Quiet, green, friendly. 11 The location and the possibility for more housing for london's workforce. 12 Oasis. Good people - friendly. Easy cycling to town and recreation (parks, gym, shopping) 13 Not too much traffic. 15 Leafy, friendly, low rise buildings, tolerant, quiet but lively. Excellent transport links. Central. Close to Regents park and Hampstead Heath. On Regents canal. 16 The short buildings, the green spaces 17 Close to central London. Quiet. Close to Regent's Canal. 18 Very good mix of residential and employment opportunities. Needs investment so not poor neighbour kx 19 Community feel; peacefulness; trees; canalside; proximity to major transport hubs and buzzy places 20 Community and the peace and quite 21 It is green, clean, peaceful and friendly 22 It's a quiet place to live. 23 Locality, shops and public transport are on the doorstep. Generally it's quite. 24 green area 25 near to important transportation and cultural centers. canal is a respite for ease and exercise and breeze. 26 Trees and shrubs GREEN 27 Good community, very peaceful, beautiful 28 Community, quiet, space for cats, location
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S29a What is good about it?
29 Location, low-rise, residential & light industry mix, community, quiet, some green. Elm Village: It's relative quietness (since the roads were closed to stop it being a short-cut). Being slightly away from the noise of other parts of Camden. Probably 30 lots more. Camley Street: Not much to recommend it at the moment. It provides a shorter walk to Kings X and St. Pancras during daytime (wouldn't do it at night). It also provides a cut-through to Agar Grove although this also doesn't feel that safe. 32 Friendly residents, close to amenitites, quiet, lots of greenery, relatively clean, sociable 33 Quiet 34 How quiet + family friendly it is 35 Community spirit, good neighbours. Striving to make it a better place 36 Oversupply of buy to let accommodation means many tenants aren't involved in community activities or interested in development there of 38 Quiet street, low traffic, shut off 39 Location, unique family environment, quiet, yet in the heart of Camden 40 Quiet, calm, attractive place. Nice mix of peole, variety of property, uncrowded It is a very peaceful and friendly place to live considering it is only a stone throw from Kings Cross and St Pancras and Camden Town. But we need to be constantly 41 vigilant that standards are kept up 42 Normally quiet area, good area for families 43 Friendly Community 44 Community feel 45 Helpful neighbours, a communal greenhrse, allotments, a garden society, good communal gardening again: after a gap, Central location 46 Rossendale Way + Bergholt Mews is pretty and the people are nice 48 Quiet + child (and pet) friendly 49 Centrally located. Good transport links. Quiet except for people backing on to the railway line 50 It's super central as it's Camden Town but quiet and has a village's feel. Love the allotments green house, green spaces. People are usually friendly Lots of cats The peace and quiet five minutes away from the hustle and bustle of Camden Town. An urban and residential oasis next to major transport hubs=RealEstate gold. 51 The balanced demographics 53 A pleasant place to live in. Also to have a village feel in the heart of London 54 Location/proximity to Kings Cross and Camden, peaceful, respectful community, quiet, price
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S29a Thinking about Camley Street and Elm Village neighbourhood as a place: What is good about it?
56 Natural reserve, co-op, Canal 59 People, location, canal, pubs 60 I like that it is a relatively quiet location within a very busy part of the city 62 The houses and the greenery, it's a lovely area, nice and quiet 64 Diversity, friendliness, low rise, open, gently environmental quiet, supportive 65 Very happy community generally and so central yet so quiet. The community of bees are most welcome. 66 Quiet community feel to it 67 Quiet, location 68 Quiet, relatively clean, nice neighbours. A good place to go through an 'almost-thirty', mid-life crisis 69 Community as a whole 71 Close proximity to central London 72 Reasonably quiet/traffic free 73 Quiet no through traffic 74 It is easy to get to Camden Town and West end For a primarly residential area in Central London in which people of average income can affort to live, it is very attractive and pleasant to live in and conveniently 76 situated for public transport. Kings Cross and Camden Town stations are excellent transport hubs 77 It is quiet, pleasant and friendly and there is a core of long term residents which gives a village feel. Opportunities to socialise with neighbours for those so inclined; 79 It is a very quiet place and have no problem in the neighbourhood 80 Quiet, green spaces, transport connections, safe 82 It's quiet, the traffic is under control 83 Camley Street is a location to live, convenient to go King's Cross station. Public transport is simple and efficient 85 It is convenient to travel to places from this area and it is usually quiet which makes it a relaxing place to live in 86 Easy to access all parts of the capital and beyond - a relatively quiet place to live at the present time 87 Quiet yet so central, close to St Pancras and so many tube lines 88 It's a nice place to live, lots of people have known each other for years. We look out for each other
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S29a Thinking about Camley Street and Elm Village neighbourhood as a place: What is good about it?
89 Quiet environment 90 No transport facilities, doesn't feel safe to walk home in the evening 91 The start of the redevelopment (eg shops) 92 Isolated 93 It's so close to Camden Town and St Pancras but is quiet and peaceful 94 It is quiet and friendly and well-situated 95 It is quiet and feels safe 96 Calm, quiet. People are polite 97 Sense of community and neighbours who take responsibility in their neighbourhood 99 It is quiet; there are trees; I can park easily; my neighbours are unobtrusive; the canal is very pleasant to walk along 100 Green spaces, small unit residential, generally quiet. Active community, Elm Village allotment facilities and Garden Centre provision 101 High density, small units, green spaces 102 Community feel 103 I have lived in Elm Village since it was built and I am quite happy here 104 The green spaces 105 Conveniently placed to get to central london/Regents Park, etc // Elm Village nicely designed (original development nicer than later area) // Quiet/tucked away 106 Very good traffic control by through roads having been cut off; makes the area very quiet Central location, good transport links. Diversity of residents. Quiet and residential - not a spillover from Camden Town but with good access to amenitities. 107 Community gardening projects 108 Good access to local facilities but removal from the noise of Camden 110 Spare. Relatively sparous, quieter, less outsiders, walk through…, more outsiders are found using Elm Village as a gateway 112 The community is very good, and we look out for one another 113 I live in Elm Village, and know lots of my neighbours. I think we have a very good community. 114 It's a small friendly place to live, it is quiet and I feel safe here. Few cars due to roads being shut off
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S29a Thinking about Camley Street and Elm Village neighbourhood as a place: What is good about it?
Elm Village: friendly/social/pretty/quiet/lots of families and stable residents. Camley Street: not a lot as yet - although the reserve is lovely and Bookers and co.op 116 very useful; 117 Nice vibe and good mix of housing 118 It's an oasis of calm just a stone's thrown from the hustle and bustle of Camden and King's Cross. I like it here and feel very lucky/priviledged to live here 119 It's quiet, local and friendly 120 A quiet area but close enough to the high street 121 On the whole very nice people 122 Quiet, good transport links 123 Quiet 124 Quiet oasis in very central location, great neighbours, close community 125 Elm Village has good housing and community with the Garden Society and events. Camley Street is good for access to Kings Cross and the Canal and Agar Grove 126 As in previous answers the two areas are completely different. Elm Village has a very good sense of community and excellent housing 127 Sense of community. Some parts very pretty and make it very easy to get to know neighbours (Rossendale+Bergholt mews especially) 128 Quiet, friendly, great location. Feels like a little oasis Despite being so close to Camden High Street and King Cross, it is a quiet and safe place to live - and great for transport links. I like the green space we have and 129 the amenities available. 130 The quiet 131 Relatively quiet 132 It's become a community of residents and businesses 133 The established community in Elm Village is much to be admired. But no more sub-letting 134 Supremely convenient for hospitals, main line stations, museums, theatres, etc 135 Most parks are kept clean and tidy and it's a quiet area 136 The sense of community The community feel-the neighbours! Very friendly, helpful, secure. The trees - an oasis, hidden, in busy London. The quiet - love that traffic (+ loud boisterous 137 groups) are not an issue. The integration of residence and business; love that the business sector works with us
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S29a Thinking about Camley Street and Elm Village neighbourhood as a place: What is good about it?
138 Community feel, green communal spaces (canal, greenhouse), friendly neighbourhoo, quiet, the canal! 139 The communal feeling. The green spaces. The silence. It is like an oasis when you enter the mews 141 Can't think of anything much - I love living here! (expect maybe litter!) 142 Quiet, community feel, oasis of green in London, outside space and close to Camden Town and Kings Cross It's a quiet oasis in the middle of Camden with great access to public transport, it's a mixed community, feells safe and secure, and has a minimum of antisocial 143 behaviours It is quiet, leafy and not dominated by high-rise buildings. The adjacent canal is an interesting asset and a useful transport route for walkers and cyclists. Camden 144 Garden Centre is also a good asset. The trees, roadside orchard and Natural Park make Camley Street an unusual and interesting road. 146 It is very peaceful. Has a great community feel. Lovely surroundings (that could be made better), great location and the canal 147 Green space, trees, quiet, but central 150 When people are involved, proud where they live 154 The waterway 156 Great London location near Regents Canal 157 Peaceful, in the main well-maintained. Good neighbours, minimal traffic 158 It is quiet
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S29b Thinking about Camley Street and Elm Village neighbourhood as a place: What is bad about it?
4 Having open bin areas which are frequently over spilling, subject to fly tipping, vermin - and looks messy when other parts of the estate have enclosed refuse areas. 5 Flats/houses on short lets. Boy racers (Camley Street, St Pancras Way). 6 The depots in Camley Street are ugly 7 Lack of proper management of the trees and the limited residents parking permit. (Not much!) 8 Places for People are terrible at managing Elm Village. Feels run down. Camley Street feels dangerous after dark Dirty, occasional noise pollution by camley street misuse (bikes, drunk people, loud music). Far from any decent shops and a bit of a walk to the nearest bus stop. No 9 space for prams on a non-existing pavement on our estate. 10 Still to dear to buy, too much dog poo. The risk of stagnation in the immediate context of Europe's biggest building project that could leave Camley Street an overshadowed, underdeveloped and often 11 avoided backstreet. 12 Crime, traffic speed and pollution 15 The north end of Camley street could be hugely improved. 17 Very expensive. No cafes, shops, groceries etc. close. Too much car. 18 Untidy Very intensive development of St Pancras Way and the possibility this could be repeated in Camley Street. Elm Village is a great environment and, whilst it can't and 19 probably shouldn't be copied in Camley Street, its success should inform developments there. 20 Derelict cars and rubbish It would be good to have more space and a better way to link people, generations as well as families. More social activities/ meet ups/ etc. I am also worried about the 21 lack of contact, in particular for elderly people living on their own. This is a big problem in London/ cities overall, but I think the Elm Village community could work towards something to help address this. 22 Drug addicts in the Elm Village park. 23 Anti-social behaviour, drug-dealing, no local activities. 24 lack of shops nearby, bins around the streets or uncollected 25 feels isolated and has featured eyesores that are being improved. 26 Noise from fish and meat vans and lorries parking and delivering throught the night. 1 am and 4 am deliveries wake us up. 27 Anti social behaviour around the playground. Limited access to shops - though the coop helps.
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S29b Thinking about Camley Street and Elm Village neighbourhood as a place: What is bad about it?
House prices 28 Camley street gets a bit lonely at night, so feels less safe Still some mess/ litter, poor transport considering so central. 29 Threat that it may turn out like rest of "central" London re-developments 30 It has no transport service within it. Camley Street feels unsafe even in daytime - although I do use it. Probably more. 32 Rubbish floating on canal, street lighting, very irregular policing presence, rubish flytipped on Camley St on occasion 33 Need a bus service 35 Too much being done by too few 36 More people friendly, children able to play outside - all as the architects for playing it designed it 39 Cleanliness, lack of shops & family entertainment 40 No shops, no community spaces, litter/mess 41 The incidence of burglary and antisocial behaviours whilst reasonably infrequent now, is always worrying when it happen 42 Teenagers causing trouble 43 Drug Dealing, dog fouling, lack of open space 44 Environmental, not clean, litter In the housing associations responsibility it's a mistake that public funding has been allowed to be used by speculators: this was a shared-ownership development for essential workers. Leases weren't observed and the H.A. appears not to keep lists people eligible for housing here. Houses are on the open market which wasn't the 45 intention. This also means that landlords/ladies are making money via "buy to let"? e.g. a 3 bed house on Rossendale Way where transient tenants pay £800 per moth for a room/bed. This is neither fair for the people renting, nor the spirit of Elm village. One owners lives in Brazil. Another lives in South Africa. The 5 bed houses were supposed to be for foster families. They are not used for this. 46 Camley Street is ugly and dirty and unpleseant 48 Some drifters passing through 49 Littering, including dog mess and dumping of furniture 50 Appearane of Barker Drive, would like some shops, especially farm shops 51 Estate management by Places for People and drug dealing 53 Just occasional problem with drug users and rough sleepers 54 Too quiet at night, cleanliness, waste disposal, recycling facilities, smelly compost
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S29b Thinking about Camley Street and Elm Village neighbourhood as a place: What is bad about it?
56 Anti-social behaviours on the canal 62 That people don't look after the area, rubbish! Transport! Mouse! Have started ti see rats! :( Sometime parking 64 Very little Young people cannot afford to settle here. They have to move away. It wil become an area for wealthy people or more transient for young. An ageing population will 65 be more established here, so it will be les diverse 66 High transience The build up of rubbish at the Camley St/Ploughmans Close entrance. Lots of junk fridges and old furniture. It is unsightly. There is also not enough pedestrian 68 pavements. 71 Antisocial behaviour, littering, rubbish, dog fouling 72 Crime/bike theft, no places to socialise, no arts/culture/events, etc 73 Stealing antisocial behaviour 74 The rubbish on the roads 75 In my opinion as a mother of 4, I think is a bad place for families living in the block of flat because there is no parks, green 76 Not much, except for the lack of West End type shops and department … ludicrous increase in cost of housing failure of successive HAs of not enforcing their stated aim of not allowing buy to let, disrespect of some of the temporary tenants 77 for community values - rubbish, noise etc 79 N/A 80 No shops, no social spaces (pubs, restaurants, etc.) The only reason of Camley Street is a lot of dog stuff. Places around here are dirty and not clean enough. Residents didn't throw rubbish to the bin provided. Rubbish 83 is everywhere around the area. 84 Flytipping in Camley Street 85 The cleanliness of the area is not really good and the safety around this area could be improved 86 Too many bodged building repairs on Barker Drive and doors out of keeping with architect's original plan 87 Rubbish Flytipping Drug dealers 88 A few make it bad, people sleeping in cars, allowing their dogs or kids to go into your garden when you at work, no regular night patrol. Can be isolating 89 No transport facilities, doesn't feel safe to walk in the evening
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S29b Thinking about Camley Street and Elm Village neighbourhood as a place: What is bad about it?
90 A place with transport 91 Drugs, Anti-social behaviour 92 Don't know 93 Big warehouse in Camley Street 94 Community places to meet like a cafe or hall 95 Public spaces could be improved. Dpd van and trucks are a nuisance 96 Poor public transport, access to primary schools 97 External factors coming in from time to time - crime related 99 Homeless people sleeping/camping by the canal tow-path; owners with badly behaved dogs in the green space 100 Poor policing, antisocial elements, dumping (especially cars (?)) safety 101 Slight tendency to sub-letting in Elm Village. Lack of interest in external appearance/cleanliness of residents in Weavers Way 103 Lots of flats are rented out to students and young people who are a bit noisy 104 Popular with students who have little consideration for other residents 105 Camley Street currently unappelaing to walk down (few people/rubbish dumped at side of road/industrial feel) 106 Street rubbish, too infrequent cleaning 107 Litter and dog poo! Overgrown trees in the parkette. General appearance and condition of Camley Street itself 108 Too much noise late at night! 110 Getting more and more light industries are sold for residential properties, especially high-rise buildings 112 The neighbourhood is very badly lit and attracts drug dealing and other dodgy dealings 113 Due to poor lighting it does attract drug dealers and the like 114 Can get groups of noisy kids from time to time. Dark areas at the end of Barker Drive 115 Flytipping and rubbish on Camley Street. Area under bridge by garages is never clean and is unsafe 116 Elm Village: not a lot. Places for people take ages to do anything and are usually inefficient. Camley Street: it's a bit grim and grimy - but getting better 117 Flytipping, drug dealing and antisocial behaviours. Poor lighting in part of estate, noise nuisance from Constitution pub 118 The surrounding property developments which are changing the whole area and forcing long-term local people to leave as they can no longer afford to live here
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S29b Thinking about Camley Street and Elm Village neighbourhood as a place: What is bad about it?
Some people use the quietness of the area as an opportunity for anti-social behaviours: drug-dealing in the car park of the flats, joy riding on motorbikes on Camley 119 Street 120 Car parks used at night for nefarious activities 121 Noise. Dogs barking and fouling 122 Fly tipping, Camley Street is particularly ugly 123 Safety 124 Police helicopters overhead - juxtaposition with criminal activity, local rat runs. Uncertain future of the area. Dumping furniture/white goods, etc in Camley Street 125 Antisocial behaviour, partiuclarly down Barker Drive and Camley Street. The level of rubbish. 126 The neglect of maintainance of the housing in Elm Village is a problem. Camley Street has different problems mainly due to anti social use and inaccessibility Camley Street is UGLY! TIRED! And unsafe at night. Weavers Way + Crofters Way not well designed for community cohesion. And secure entrance on some 127 buildings with no external letter boxes mean its very difficult to communicate 128 Rise in investment properties pushing out current population to make way for "rich kids"! 129 The flytipping/dumping is still a bit of a problem 130 The garbage 131 Development which doesn't fit into the area 132 Fear of encroaching unsitable developments 133 Too many very temporary residents (Elm Village) so no need for them to integrate 134 Litter! Drug dealing - from time to time, prostitution (ie, has moved from Kings Cross) 135 Camley Street or some parts seem a bit rundown wouldn't feel safe walking down Camley Street at night Can look a bit tired on Camley Street: litter, flyytipping. The frequent attempts by drug dealers to make their presence feel (but met/Community attention is a plus. The 137 possibility that it may be unsympathetically developed 138 Expensive houses 139 No place to park or lock your bike. Need a bike park It's changed quite a bit since I came here in 1992 - all for the better. No longer an unknown backwater with a smelly and slightly scarey walk up from Kings Cross. 141 Long may it continue. 142 Mix-use of residents parking spaces
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S29b Thinking about Camley Street and Elm Village neighbourhood as a place: What is bad about it?
143 Bad is possibly what is to come if we become a high density residential area with few infrastructure and facilities 144 The steady encroachment of high-rise blocks Lack of open public spaces apart from small/dark park next to the garden Centre. Camley Street's trees make it dark and foreboding (sometimes) - just need a trim. 146 Garage area needs clearing: The multitude of offices/commercial buildings and their traffic 147 It's expensive 149 It is a very quiet and friendly place 150 Where this ins't the case 154 New development blocks the sky 156 Somewhat run-down 157 Occasional dog fouling. Inclursion of drug dealers (improvings) 158 No bike racks, dark areas at night (for lighting) lots of drug deals happen in the park
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S30 Looking forward 10 years, what sort of place would you like it to become?
4 Family friendly and community spirited - with responsible expansion providing the infrastructure keeps pace with housing development 6 More housing and less depots 7 One that is still wonderfully quiet, and green and with residents you live and enjoy the area 8 Community driven, green, social 9 Family oriented. The kind of place families want to live in. 10 I'll probably have to leave because I can't afford to live there so... more affordable? I would love to see modern residential development that matched the ambition in design of what is happening around us now over the top of the industrial area with 11 the distinctive feel of the elm village maintained. 12 community with shops and green space and people who actually care and active in community mainenance 15 A place for a diverse, tolerant and happy community to live work and play. 16 A 'pocket' of green space where people of all ages will find interests and things to do. Particularly parents and young children should have priority. 17 More amenities. Less car centric. Relatively less expensive. 18 Better accommodation and competing with other developments as best place to live in n central london 19 Local amenities that serve to enhance the community feel without alienating particular groups that already enjoy and contribute to this area 20 A closer community 21 Help for elderly people/ more companionship / stronger community for all - more community events etc. How it was when Elm Village was first built, decent people, no drugs, no vicious dogs and people who looked after their properties. Lots of the property (esp. Barker 23 Dr) have been bought and are now rented out. People just throw their rubbish onto the street. They don't care as they're not buying the property. 25 Congenial walking, good night-time lighting, amenities to draw people to the canal side, wider pavement and slower traffic. 26 More housing. No big warehouse businesses. Only small one person businesses craft type or freelancers 27 Strong community, green, sociable but still tranquil. 28 Cheaper Similar to how it is now - an oasis of community in the sea of commercialism and greed. 29 A place were people know neighbours and feel safe - even in central London. Balanced community. 30 I do not think it is a good place to grow old in. So I do not imagine I will be here in 10 years time.
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S30 Looking forward 10 years, what sort of place would you like it to become?
A thriving community that fulfils the majority of needs for most people-safety, a decent place to live, diverse but small businesses, all reaping the rewards of a happy 32 environment 33 ??? 34 As it is now but extended with more housing 35 Much the same. Hopefully with more people willing to help 36 Let's not have any major changes to the character of the area 38 Not sure 39 Busy, family-oriented community 40 Balanced mix of housing + community spaces + shops A well-designed and attractive environment not dominated by tall blocks of flat or offices, but offering affordable housing, opportunities for light industriy in the 41 employment and pleasant green space 42 More housing, more shops, public transport nearby 43 Family friendly 44 Lively and safety 45 A beautifully designed area using the best of sustainable design. More urban orchards, allotments, food growth 46 A community, with public meeting/gathering spaces. Safe 48 Community spirited residential 49 Similar to how it is now but cleaner 50 Thriving, green, friendly, ecological, entrepreneurial Neighbourhood with people of all ages and ethnicities 51 I guess I would like it to remain as it is but withouth the problems above mentioned 52 A bit more industrial with more local amenities and businesses 53 I wouldn't want to see wholesale change 54 More engaged with the wider public realm, close connections to Mornington Crescent and Kings Cross, More sustainable/environmentally aware and active 56 A place of community 57 Not ugly 64 Continuity of mixed occupancy
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S30 Looking forward 10 years, what sort of place would you like it to become?
A place that has supported the local businesses, a smaller scale development than St Pancras Way. A greener, friendlier place building on the areas existing 65 strengths 66 More integrated with employment, services and community. More … ever for short-term residents 67 Seems to me that it works well as it is 68 More cafes/restaurants and shops. Granary square is close and of great benefit but more shops near the co-op wouold be great 69 Greener 71 Affordable and clean 72 More community/arts/culture/events 73 A forward thinking safe green environment ecological and community based 75 Create more houses and park for families 76 More cultural venuse would be desirable (eg art galleries and council halls) 77 More secure in terms of removing threat of overdevelopment by agreedy landlords, less transient - more people who have a sense of belonging 79 N/A 80 A more vibrant community but still a family feel that retains its charm of being in central London but looking like it's not 83 In 10 years time, the location of Camley Street will become more convenient I would like it to become a place where it will be very safe and covenient to travel from this area. The area will be cleaner and there will be more social activities going 85 on which can help to improve the relationship in the community 86 I would want it to stay as it is - NO change, and most important keep EV open space for as long as EV stands. NO development 87 Greener and cleaner with a mix of housing, offices, shops and public areas to be enjoyed 88 A safe place for both children and our elderly, a caretaker that actually is seen on our estate 89 A place with transport 91 Better place to live! 92 No. Thank you 93 Housing instead of warehouses 94 Stay as it is, maybe with a cafe or hall 95 I would like the area to keep its identity but maybe to become a little more vibrant and for there to be more interaction between residents
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S30 Looking forward 10 years, what sort of place would you like it to become?
96 Maainly housing, development of a few services such as shops/cafes and offices 97 Thriving 99 Similar to now 100 A bibrant, metropolitan area with a range of shops, culture and services and a living community ambience 101 Settle community rather than constant change. No cross rail, which will destroy the area 102 More of the same, single people + childless couples 104 Owner occupiers rather than buy to rent 105 The camley Street area leafy, low-rise mixed well-designed housing with plenty of green space and possibly some shops/offices immediately adjacent to railway 106 Remain as it is but cleaner 107 As it is but with less litter and trees A place that has a sense of community, designated communal areas, a real mix of diverse people with varying incomes and backgrounds - not just students and 109 expensive flats Low-rise terrace house , residential complex with space and recreation area for the community. Keep good number off light industries in the area. Both of the above 110 can have modernised layout to accommodate each other. 112 A safer place to live, but stay the same 113 Safer 114 It would be nice to have a few more accessible shops, cafes, etc. as long as they are limited in number and size. No large supermarkets 115 safe, jobs, homes 116 No great changes in Elm. Camley Street could do with more life - houses, shops, cafes - the line. It could also be neatened up and greened up a bit 117 Continue to be a mixed community, more social and affordable housing, more community events 118 I like it the way it is and would like the community feel of the area to increase by including affordable housing and employment Similar to now, but with expanded employment opportunities on Camley Street industrial estate, a mix of housing over there, and a greate emphasis on sustainable 119 ways of living 120 Very much as it is with more opportunities for local employment. More green spaces would be good too 121 A quiet area 122 Access to the Canal, Shops, Landscaping, Cycle paths
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123 Same with more trees and safer 124 ? A well whought out area, with good housing and amenities. An area that works well for the community, is unique with its own character different to surrounding areas. 125 Not fake over by corporations, same old shops and restaurants and large non descript housing blocks Very much like the area around the north part of Granary Square and Cubitt Park with good, well designed housing, greenspace, some commerce to serve the local 126 area and services
127 A more beautiful place to be. More jobs and housing - car free - green spaces that are safe and welcoming places to gather. Some cafes/restaurants to gather socially
128 I would like it to feel like an active community. A place for those who work nearby who can live safe in the knowledge that this will remain a safe and supportive home 129 Ungentrified, non commercial, community driven area that I can afford to live in that maintains its green spaces 130 A cleaner neighbourhood, perhaps benefitting from higher wealth individuals coming from new Kings Cross developments 131 A place for local people to live and work 132 More community focused. No more oversizes unaffordable developers. Keeping a village feel overall 133 Safe, clean, attractive 134 More small scale, settled community, with pride in appearance 135 Safe, clean, quiet a good community Kind of as it is, with a mix of people living here and the mix of small businesses down Camley Street. No more luxury housing blocks ever if it is a des res area for 136 developers More of the same in terms of what is good. Inventive, innovative housing/light industrial mix at the end of Camley Street. A unique, welcoming, positive community as 137 it grows and develops (expanding to Camley Street what we have in Elm Village) 138 Green, friendly, stay quiet, safe 139 Stay communal and green and quick! Not just rich people but affordable 142 Retail its current out of the way chain A quiet leafy residential annex of Kings Cross/St Pancras with a small addiction of residential and some light industrial facilities complemented by some friendly green 143 spaces A largely residential area with its own identity and character, different from the large scale Kings Cross residential blocks and the Victorian Terraces of Camden. I hope 144 it will still be leafy, green and quiet
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S30 Looking forward 10 years, what sort of place would you like it to become?
146 That Camley Street to be a great open space with offices/some shops and cafes - somewhere to relax and to be inspired 147 A mixed community with good-quality housing stock 149 Need a local shop (newsagents) 150 Safe, vibrant 154 Unique 156 A community-focused regeneration area with attention paid to quality outdoor space and neighbourhood needs 157 Much the same but with a strange sens of community and better facilities for children 158 Free of drug dealers, more green, less crime
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S31 Do you have any comments about the future of the Camley Street and Elm Village neighbourhood area that you have not already made?
6 No I love living here 7 The quiet nature and lack of through traffic are very important Please do not let it fall to property developers to govern how we become or you will end up with another granary street. We need more than flats and offices to make an environment with any character and with any attraction.We have lots of examples of people moving out of places like york way flats because they are 9 characterless. We need to avoid this happening to our estate, and in fact we need to breath some character into it, if we want to attract good people here. Even property developers must see this :)
Only to emphasize that we shouldn't (in my view) fear the inevitable redevelopment pressure that will move up Camley Street as Booker and other centralised 11 businesses listen to (and then accept) increasingly generous offers, rather try to establish now what sort of large residential and commercial projects would best suit our community. A well designed multi-function community venue and sports centre would be excellent. Maybe the area could be twinned with a comparable area in Paris near the 15 Eurostar terminal? A French food market that arrives on the train would be delicious :-) 18 Needs more joint activities See above. It's a great place and the wishes of residents and local industries should be respected, so far as is reasonably possible, given constraints on council 19 income and housing needs. Don't damage what is good because of current pressures. That can't be reversed. 23 We need more jobs in the area and more things for people to do and get involved with. 25 no 26 The council houses could be knocked down to build more social housing in way of high rise flats 29 N/A 41 It is a great location and a tranquil area which always surprise visitors and make it a most desirable place to live - long may it remain so 44 Council to improve provisions 48 Nope, pretty happy actually 51 Please keep us posted and thanks for your initiative and representation 54 No 66 More visibility of the neighbourhood forum - put … durable banners/signs in the area 67 Keep traffic to a minimum. What is remarkable about this neighbourhood is how quiet and how close it is to most everything 68 No 71 No
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S31 Do you have any comments about the future of the Camley Street and Elm Village neighbourhood area that you have not already made?
76 We would like any development to ensure that Elm Village remains an enclave so that it cannot be entered from both the St Pancras Way and Camley Street ends I support David Lammey's … on social housing-affordable dwellings for key workers near their place of work which can only be sold on to other first time buyers 77 intending to live there and at no more than 10% profit (he may also have suggested a minimum time before reselling allowed) unlike in Elm Village where key worker start homes were allowed to be resold as buy to let.. 79 N/A At the moment, the facilities are brilliant. But the river during night time is not safe enough due to darkness. If is possible, please replace neon lights on the street. 83 Make it more bright. Therefore, residents feel safe and confident to walk during midnight Hopefully in the future Camley Street and Elm Village neighbourhood does not become surrounded by too many residential housing and industrial buildings. The 85 environmnet here is sustained and provides a great habitat for wildlife in the area which are doing their best It would be nice if we could be given direct answers to our questions, instead of being past from pillar to post everytime we phone up the council with a question. 88 "Who is reposnible for taking care of what" on various things on our estate 93 I would like the earlier proposed bridge to King's Cross Central happen 94 There should be a bus starting at the end of Camley Street and going through St Pancras 103 NO 107 Bike lane on St Pancras Way goes in both directions but pedestrian crossing says "look left". Should be corrected to avoid accidents. I don't really want Elm Village to change, it's great as it is! I would like the development of Camley Street to benefit the people whom live in the area, and make living 113 here even better I hope nay new buildings will be in keeping with the area and no large high rise or supermarkets will be built. I also hope the roads in Elm Village will reamin close to 114 Camley Street to prevent through traffic 118 N/A except to say "thank you" for your efforts 124 Impact of HS2 - will railway land be used as work base - lorries, noise, increased traffic? I would like to see a space in any development that can be multifunctional. Eg Art gallery, meeting space, hire space for classes (yoga, dance, keep fit) a branch of 125 WI, film nights, childrens parties. Also something like the skip garden in King cross. Keeping Barker Drive closed off to through traffic. Consider opening up Camley Street to Agar Grove for the traffic but with calming measures and lorries. Nothing has been mentioned about the provision of services for the community. We need schools and medical services for the much greater numbers of people who 126 will come to live in the area. We mustn't let corporate and commercial interests take control of our neighbourhood. The northern end of Camley Street needs to be opened to traffic, transport and accessibility and to combact antisocial use Let's NOT let an external property developer come in and make a big profit, scarper with the money, and leave us with something ugly. Let's develop it the way we 127 want and keep all the money (profit and revenue) local and spend it on local things
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S31 Do you have any comments about the future of the Camley Street and Elm Village neighbourhood area that you have not already made?
139 I love living here! 143 Possibly, but that will be for a future date I am worried that if/when Camley Street is to through traffic the character of the neighbourhood will change. Nor only Camley Street but Barker Drive may carry much 144 more traffic and become busier and noisier 146 I would like to thank all those involved for all their hard work on this and for helping make this neighbourhood a wonderful place to live in. 147 We need a local GP surgery 149 Don't want it to change 156 Future commercial tenants should be selected according to their fit with "neighbourhood needs" 157 NO 158 No (just thank you)
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S5 Do you have any comments you'd like to make about running a business in Camley Street?
a We love running a business in Camley Street it is a fantastic place to work d Excellent location e We have been in Camley Street since 1985. Our business is mainly local: schools, universities, hospitals, etc. Our staff also lives locally
S12 - Do you have any comments you'd like to make about Camley Street area? S7 a Camley Street area, is a great location to work. I have worked here for over 20 years and have enjoyed every moment of it Not enough attention is being given by Camden Council to reflect needs and the business sector who contribute to make the area a … and thriving local community, b providing employment opportunities, income and affordable housing d An amazing place to work, centrally located e Camley Street should be a place of employment mixed with the local community. The type of employment should be varied for all ages, not just young professionals 18 Good place for business, easy access for employment, easy transportation, easy reach to King's Cross 26 I always liked the mixing atmosphere of having warehouses and green spaces along the road 28 Making it more lively with building some more apartments 32 Nice place to work In the end there will be nowhere left to re-develop and the focus will have to be on employment once again, so why not do something different and stop lining the 35 pockets of the rich I work in Camley Street. I'm lucky to live nearby. I don't expect my luck to last forever, and when it does run out I will be forced out to zone 3 or 4. It would be great to 38 know that I might have a chance to stay in this neighbourhood, so housing in the area is of interest to me 49 Have a bus route going down Camley Street from King's Cross or Camden 57 Bus route will be ideal for Camley Street 58 Bus route along Camley Street would be ideal 59 Get bus 60 Bus route 62 Police patrol 63 Cheaper housing and local bus route 64 Need more lights during night time, cheaper housing, bus route is necessary
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S12 - Do you have any comments you'd like to make about Camley Street area? S7 65 Local bus 66 Need more shops and businesses in area 68 More workplaces 69 Local bus 76 Lovely area 79 Not a very safe area, need more security/police in the area. I'm not from this area, I only work here 102 Nice place to work, easy to travel, safe 103 It's a great place to work 106 Safe, nice, quiet 107 Peaceful, quiet, safe, accessible 109 Central location, transport links 110 I have worked here for 9 years, nice place to work and come to each morning 125 Camley Street is close to Camden High Street and Kings Cross. Local shop co-op and tere are plenty of green space 126 I see loads of students in … why too many 127 Jobs 128 Camley Street is a good place to work, easy to get to work 130 Too many flats in Camden area for students, what about my family. I have two kids, a wife to look after 132 I have worked in Camley Street for more than 6 years. The area is close to tube station, short walk and easy to reach 133 Good transport 140 We need more jobs in this area for local people 141 Require more jobs in local area, especially Camley Street 142 More buses in area for Camley Street 143 Just started working in Camley Street, do not take my job 144 The Council are building …. Of development and are not thinking about employment. There is enough of housing
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S12 - Do you have any comments you'd like to make about Camley Street area? S7 145 Too many expensive flats in area, as I tried to find local 146 No bus route in Camley Street I have been working in the area and it's easy for me to get to work. I have 2 children in university and I am looking after the other one at home. It is very easy to get to 147 work 148 To work locally 149 We want to be able to keep jobs in the area 150 I think that more jobs in the area would be beneficial for the area 153 Keep jobs in Kings Cross 155 Local work for locals 156 Good for work 157 We want to work locally
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S13a - Thinking about Camley Street and Elm Village neighbourhood as a place: What is good about it? S8a a Great location to work and live b It has the potential to be developed into an area where it will be a pleasure to reside and work in this attrative area c A great location, the proximity to clients a good location for staff to commute to d Good link - tube/train. Friendly location e It gives a sense of community. People working and living in the area 3 Not much 6 Nothing to say good 7 Good people 9 Transport links and community 18 People and environment 26 The green spaces along the road 27 Close to Camden, Canal 28 It's a growing area about becoming a job and residential pole 31 No bad. My point of view here lovely place 34 Very close to Camden and King's Cross transport links makes working here and commuting easy 35 It's a real place with people that live and work in the locality and not full of gamblers It is fairly unique and seems like it has a good community spirit. I like that people grow fruits and vegetables and that there is a harvest festival, etc 36 If housing, the priority should be long term residents - affordable and middle income - not transient/ investments 37 It is mostly low rise buildings, there is shade provided by trees along Camley Street and a small park on Barker Drive 38 It has a neighbourhood feel here which I like. Being close to the Canal/Camden Town/King's Cross is excellent 39 Close to Camden and King's Cross for travel and shopping 42 It is a peaceful area with a good balance of housing, green spaces and business units Camley Street on a whole is a good place to work. It is within close walking distance from King's Cross Station and … Driving to and from … there is no congestion 44 charge. Also working in Camley Street there is good business to business support 49 Supportive to the community
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S13a - Thinking about Camley Street and Elm Village neighbourhood as a place: What is good about it? S8a 51 Parks that are around Camley Street are good for children 54 The Canal, co-operative shop 57 Informative 58 Community spirit 62 Friendly 63 Quiet 64 Public and green space, lovely area to live 66 Location is close to King's Cross 67 Quiet, near Canal 71 Lots of shops, new for communters 75 Very friendly, lots of activities, lots of public parks/social clubs 76 Friendly 78 The location is good as it is right in London and easy access to lots of places. Good transport links 79 Close to all amenities, transport 80 It is a good location for business, to travel into Central London 81 Not too built up, with good green spaces 82 Easy to get to 84 Work and public transport 85 Easy access and general nice area to work in 86 Co-op provides a local shop and amenities 88 It's a nice place to take a walk by the Canal 90 Green areas very good 91 It is close to the Canal, that's it 93 It's a good place to live 94 Nice place to work
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S13a - Thinking about Camley Street and Elm Village neighbourhood as a place: What is good about it? S8a 95 Local shops, close to underground 96 Local shops, near station, near gym, green area 99 Close to transport, lots of outdoor green spaces 100 Amazing Location, Good transport links 102 Safe, easy to travel 104 Nothing 106 Easy to come to, nice people around 107 Peaceful, quiet, safe, accessible 108 Location, amenities 109 Environment, surroundings 110 Location, space, greenery 111 Good access into Central London, mixed use of businesses and residential space, pleasant place to work 112 It's close to the Central 125 Great for transport, easy access to the shops and work 126 I like the get people to each other 128 Working in this area is good, all who work in the … is nice people. And look out for each other 130 Please make sure you save my job for my family. I need money from my job to live 132 Central location, lots of manual jobs applicable to everyone in the society. Shopping centre is closer by and eating areas 135 Easy to get Camden shops 136 Find it easy to get to work 138 Easy to get to 139 Sense of community in area 140 Near to central and it has good transport facilities 141 Good community spirit 142 Supporting jobs
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S13a - Thinking about Camley Street and Elm Village neighbourhood as a place: What is good about it? S8a 143 Need information 144 There is local shops and parks and transport 145 You need to make sure you save our jobs 147 I work at night and we all look out for each other 150 Transportation within close proximity 151 Manual work 152 Work locally
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S13b - Thinking about Camley Street and Elm Village neighbourhood as a place: What is bad about it? S8b b Not enough affordable housing for … workers c No long term stability (leases) d Noise, rubbish, litter, etc e It is a bit run down. Some residential new developments contribute to the sterile environment No public transport gets in and the compost smells really bad next door. No shops apart from Co-operative. And at night its very scary and dangerous, maybe more 3 street lights 6 No cash point, no food store, fried chicken shop 9 Access into Camley Street 16 I don't know anything about it 26 The new buildings 29 Need to appear safer. 32 No public transport 35 The fact that the Council thinks it knows best 37 There are few shops and little green spaces 38 It's shrinking 42 I cannot think of anything in particular Within close proximity to the train station, high street and central London. There is also good business community relationship support. Employment for local people. 44 No parking on the main road to support local businesses 51 Lack of public transport and housing that is affordable 54 No transport, the area is very far from the train station and access to buses is not easy as well 57 Not enough notice 58 Not enough police on patrol 63 Police 64 Need a bus route and more lightings during night time 66 Looks … and industrial
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S13b - Thinking about Camley Street and Elm Village neighbourhood as a place: What is bad about it? S8b 67 Not enough services 76 Not enough shops 80 Not a very nice place at night 82 Very industrial 86 Not much street lighting and Camera's about, especially working nights 87 Nice place to live now you have a supermarket close by 90 No bus stop near where I work to Central London 91 Bad developed, noisy, dirty, too industrial and smelly 93 Not a clean area 95 No bus route, pot holes, unsafe 96 No bus routes, too much noise 99 Roads/pavements need more mainteinance, lots of potholes 100 Cleanliness is a problem 102 Mess 104 Everything 106 Messy 107 Litter 108 Rubbish, noise 110 Rubbish 111 Litter 125 Business closing and flats being built also poor street lights 126 Night time very dark, no lights. Seen police arresting a thief 128 There is a lot of flats for students and what about the workers? They need jobs 130 Need more jobs for people like me, I did not too well at school 134 Not enough jobs in area
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S13b - Thinking about Camley Street and Elm Village neighbourhood as a place: What is bad about it? S8b 136 Too many students 138 Expensive housing with high rent 139 Too many rental properties 140 Not enough jobs for manual workers, but lots of students accommodation and a lot of lettings 141 Not enough, more for manual people 143 Night time no lights on Canal 144 Employment being taken away 147 I have worked here for 10 years and all the changes are housing, where are the jobs? 149 Too many flats for rental to people who are not part of the community 150 Too development not enough work 151 Run down 152 Not safe at night
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S14 - Looking forward 10 years, what sort of place would you like it to become? S9 a Keeping the workplaces for local people, create more green spaces, creating affordable living b A vibrant community which includes restaurants, cafes, businesses and affordable housing c A happy friendly community where people can work, live and play d A place where ordinary people can live and work e A place where a strong sense of community is established 7 Where people feel safe and a good work and residential balance 11 Bus passing Camley Street 14 Friendly, close to nature, sustainable 16 Never thought about it 18 Modern built up area 22 Don't know 23 A good place where people will like to work 26 I'm afraid of the new developments and buildings taking over the concept of community and the jobs which Camley Street has been providing for years 27 Vibrant 28 Known as Camden's Industrial with acceptably residential street 29 Nice 30 A green, safe place with friendly people 31 King's Cross 32 Same as it is right now 34 An area with more green spaces, good modern housing and retaining small businesses A place that keeps its unique feel and does not become gentrified like some other parts of London. Community's should feel safe and also should not feel isolated 36 from their neighbours 37 More affordable housing/lower rental properties, more green spaces and park, perhaps linking with the Canal 38 It's easier to say what I wouldn't want it to become. I wouldn't want it to become Nine Elms 41 A space to live/work/play/study
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S14 - Looking forward 10 years, what sort of place would you like it to become? S9 42 I would like it to remain unchanged 44 More support for the local businesses already in the area. Businesses provide jobs for the local community as well as support each other 50 A good mix of housing, businesses and green spaces 51 A place with more employment opportunities, more affordable housing and more shop, cafe, etc 54 Public transport, more houses 58 Family oriented 60 Safe 62 Clean 63 Nice busy place to work and live 64 The most famous place in North London 66 Full of new businesses 67 Busier services' area whilst keeping green spaces 75 An improved version of what it is now, even the best has room for improvement 76 Still my place of work but more on offer at lunch time 78 A place with lots of employment but also somewhere with affordable housing and open space 80 A better place to live and work, needs better policing in the area 81 A business hub close to the city with nice affordable housing 82 Great working environment with more offices and housing 84 Not to change too much 85 To stay the same 86 Vibrant, safe 90 Bigger industrial state, that will provide many jobs 91 Like Mayfair 94 A vibrant community with a balance between employment and housing 95 I hope it will expand bringing more jobs to the area
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S14 - Looking forward 10 years, what sort of place would you like it to become? S9 96 More organised trading estates, more companies, employment, nicer area in general 99 Busy place of work with attention to green areas 100 A mix-use area with businesse and affordable housing 105 City of London 111 A place for local businesses and good amenities 125 More jobs and manual labour to keep us in employment 126 I need to work to support my baby and girlfriend 128 I would like to be working here in 10 years 130 Don't take my job. Camden is labour for the people 131 Jobs and living 132 More businesses and jobs 141 Would like to see more jbos opportunity for local/surrounding area 142 A place to come to work 144 More jobs for people 145 I want to stay working in Camley Street 146 A nice place to work 147 More jobs 149 Sustainable jobs 150 More work for the local people
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S18 - Do you have any comments about the future of the Camley Street and Elm Village neighbourhood area that you have not already made? S13 a It should be kept as a place of work and affordable living accommodation. So local people can have local jobs I have been in the estate as a business for over 30 years. We … the lease when the area was considered undesirable. We have given employmnet to the local b community and have served restaurants, hotels, cafes, stadiums and offices with food and …. Week year in year out d Its future must include ordinary people in terms of work and residence We do not want any more high rise block of flats. With the usual type of office space that only give work to young professionals. We want manual work for people of all e ages. 30 I hope your plans will come true and work as you wish 36 As I work in the area I would be concerned if my place of work could be jeopardised The Canal could potentially be a great boom, linking the neighbourhood with central Camden and its market and King's Cross and the University Campus. Having 37 public/green space on the banks of the Canal would help link it in to the community and make people care more about it as a space that is central to the local community 38 Thanks for letting me participate 49 Keep up the good work 64 One of the best areas in whole London 66 Get new business in the area, more jobs, keep clean 80 The area of Camley Street feels very isolated, especially at night. If I lived in the area I wouldn't want my children out at night 83 Stay the same! 93 We need a couple of shops (more shops needed) 100 This is a special part of London and its future must include ordinary people, not just the rich 125 I want to keep my job I have two children at home and do not want to claim from the government. I want to support me and my family and keep working. I want to work; this is a good job 128 and I enjoy it 129 Please think of the workers, not just students 130 Keep my job please do not swap for students 134 So important to keep the manual workers in this area 135 Like working in this area, please thing about the workers in this area and families
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S18 - Do you have any comments about the future of the Camley Street and Elm Village neighbourhood area that you have not already made? S13 136 Need this job 137 We need to create more manual jobs for people 138 Need mass employment so we can keep our jobs 142 Do not take my job from me 143 I like my ob, did not have one for 5 years 144 I have 3 children and after being unemployed for 4.5 years I would like to keep my job 145 I want to stay in UK so keep my job please 147 We need to keep working for the people 148 Jobs in area 150 I believe there sould be a balance of homes and work 151 More manual jobs 153 Manual jobs in King's Cross 155 Manual work 156 Good for local work 157 Manual jobs in the area
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199 Appendices
Appendix 1: Weighting methodology (Local workers’ questionnaires) group has to Camley Street, there are some questions (11 + monitoring form) that are included in all of them; this leads to the need of making the figures comparable, in order to achieve an accurate picture of the opinions of the Camley Street community collectively. Introduction For this reason, we have chosen to reduce the ‘weight’ of the local workers’ questionnaires, In analysing the data generated through surveying activity, it is important to accord since the total number of questionnaires answered represent a greater proportion of all each group their respective weight, based on the proportion of the overall population respondents compared with that achieved in the residents’ survey. (31.00% vs 12.58%) We their group represents. The two groups in question in Camley Street are ‘workers’ and apply this to the common questions only. ‘residents.’ While they completed separation questionnaires, 11 of the questions were the same and may be combined to produce a finding that reflects the opinions of the entire We have seen that the ratio between the residents and workers’ population in Camley community. However, weighting needs to be applied. This memo describes how this was Street is around 2.40 (1,200/500) and, using this ratio, we have calculated the ‘optimum’ done. number of local worker questionnaires (151/2.40) that is around 63 (this is the number of worker questionnaires that corresponds to 12.58% of local workers population, the same proportion as for residents). Weighting calculation Knowing the proportion of workers questionnaires that we can consider without affecting The number of submitted questionnaires (total: 311), in relation to the Camley Street too much the overall Camley Street’s figures, we then estimate the weight that we can Neighbourhood Plan, is as follows: assigned to the workers’ responses; this is 40.65% (63/155).
- 151 residents questionnaires - 155 workers questionnaires Worked example - 5 business owners questionnaires Question A: Do you like Camley Street? (Yes, No) Although the number of completed questionnaires is nearly the same for residents and Residents responses: 100 answers, 80 yes, 20 no workers, these two groups are in different proportions within Camley Street overall pop- Workers responses: 100 answers, 20 yes, 80 no ulation. If we don’t apply the weighting process, the overall residents and workers figure would be: - Camley Street’s resident population is about 1,200 people; this means that the submit- 200 answers, 50% yes, 50% no. This would be fine if the communities (residents and work- ted questionnaires account for around 12.58% of the resident population; ers) have comparable numbers. - There are around 500 workers employed in the Camley Street area; the proportion of completed questionnaires covers around 31.00% of local workers’ population. As we have seen before, this is not the case since the resident community in Camley Street is around 2.4 larger than the workers’ one; according to this, the weighting process is intro- Although the questionnaires have been customised according to the relationship each duced as a useful tool to ‘balance’ those different communities.
200 Applying the above-mentioned weight (40.65%), it comes out that the workers question- naire that we are going to ‘value’ should be 40.65 (we can round it to 41); what it’s worth noting is that, although the number of considered questionnaires diminishes (from 100 to 41), the proportions are the same as before.
In this way, we can see that the original 20 positive responses now count for 8 (20% of 41), while the 80 negative answers now count for 33 (80% of 41); according to this the workers’ proportions (20% yes, 80% no) are maintained.
Finally, if we now want to know the overall residents and workers figure for question A (after having applied the weight to the workers questionnaires), the calculation is as follow:
Residents responses: 100 answers, 80 yes, 20 no Workers responses: 41 answers, 8 yes, 33 no The overall Question A figure is then: 141 answers, 88 yes (62%), 53 no (38%).
In this way, we have balanced the different answers according to the overall communi- ties’ figures (particularly, working on the workers’ one); the workers proportions are the same as before (20% yes, 80% no) but what has changed is the incidence of each worker’s answer when we add these to the residents ones.
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