Statistics on the size of regional/country and local economies, recent economic growth in these areas, their contribution to total UK economic output, and comparisons of their living standards.
Jump to full report >>This briefing paper provides an overview of annual statistics on the economies of the UK’s regions/countries and local areas. There is analysis of recent economic growth rates, for 2014 as well as since 2010, and 1997. In addition to overall growth rates, figures for economic output per head are included (including in two maps at the back of the briefing) to provide rough comparisons of living standards by local areas.
Economic output here is measured using Gross Value Added (GVA), which is similar to GDP. Growth figures are not adjusted for inflation. Some key figures:
A spreadsheet containing information on 2014 GVA per head and how its changed since 2010 for the local area of your choice (along with the region/country it is in and the UK) is also available from the accompanying Excel file.
Commons Briefing papers SN05795
Authors: Daniel Harari; Feargal McGuinness
Topics: Regional planning and development, Economic policy, Economic situation
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