Publisher's Synopsis
A large proportion of Britain's ethnic minority population live in the major cities, often in the most deprived areas. Given this tendency, who are the people who do not fit that pattern? To what extent do the characteristics of households and individuals reflect or differ from those of their local ethnic minority community? Answers to such questions would not only generate a much clearer picture of the minority populations in the areas targeted by regeneration policy, but would also provide some clues about the future trends in the patterns of ethnic minority settlement. Using data from the Fourth National Survey of Ethnic Minorities, this report identifies how personal characteristics influence where ethnic minorities live and considers the roles of both choice and constraint in determining residential location. It concludes that there are important differences between ethnic minority groups, and that urban policy must achieve a delicate balance between targeting help on deprived areas on the one hand, and supporting ethnic minority communities on the other. This report is essential reading for policy makers and academics, particularly those interested in issues surrounding urban regeneration and ethnic minorities.
