ZHU Yuxi, ZHU Le, YANG Jianqiang

Keywords： Urban Regeneration; Areas for Regeneration; Index of Multiple Deprivation (IMD); Regeneration Areas Identification; Relative Poverty; The United Kingdom

Abstract：

The Index of Multiple Deprivation (IMD) currently used in the United Kingdom is a comprehensive index that has been researched and developed for over 40 years. It is essential for the different departments of central and local government to demarcate the regeneration area, formulate the regeneration policy and allocate the regeneration funds. It positively impacts the physical environment, employment opportunities, and the level of public services. This paper firstly sorts out the typical policies and regeneration actions combined with urban regeneration at three different stages in the development process of the index and then analyzes the theoretical basis of multiple deprivations and the specific methods and contents of index construction. The application of the IMD in Greater London has been used as a case study. Moreover, it focuses on identifying urban renewal areas and the guidelines for urban renewal actions in the spatial units of “regionallocal-community” in Greater London. Finally, based on China’s conditions, three suggestions are put forward: building a community-level database, IMD assisted urban renewal area identification, and urban renewal funds allocated according to needs. These suggestions provide reference and inspiration for China’s urban regeneration work.

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