An analysis of nearly 34,000 playgrounds in England reveals significant inequalities in access to these essential recreational spaces, particularly affecting children in deprived communities. By examining England's largest 534 settlements, the study shows that some areas have dramatically fewer playgrounds relative to their population size, with a notable disparity observed outside London. Deprived settlements lack adequate playgrounds, impacting children's rights to play as recognized in the UN convention. Conversely, London appears to have more nearby playgrounds in less affluent areas, highlighting a stark contrast in distribution and accessibility across the country.
Despite the recognized right to play, our analysis reveals severe inequalities in playground access across England, particularly affecting children in deprived settlements further from safe play areas.
Our research covering 34,000 playgrounds highlights significant disparities, indicating that children in less affluent areas often have limited access to quality recreational spaces, a critical social justice issue.
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