Case Studies  A Regeneration Strategy for Valletta. Il-Biccerija Case Study

Demography & Social Analysis

A demographical analysis of the city is vitally important. Through such analysis, one can perceive the population change in specific areas of Valletta, the level of resident mobility to and from such areas, the age groups of the resident population and their social status. This data can then lead to social evaluation of certain areas in Valletta. Problem areas can be identified from this survey. Although the recommendations of such problem areas as activity nodes is a difficult challenge, this has to be considered as an important move if one has faith in the rehabilitation of Valletta. Although ideally one should promote the rehabilitation of areas which have been already vacated, and therefore avoiding the problem of gentrification, this cannot be the rule since most areas of Valletta are still populated, though not at the expected rates. Another point which should be considered in this strategy is that when planning a residential area, one should seek to have a mixed population, with regards to age, status and social background.

Pedestrian movement    Public Opinion