the number of people living in a defined area, e.g. 300 people per square kilometre

describes how the people in that population are spread out across the area

The population of the UK

Geography

This unit teaches pupils about the changing size and distribution of the world's population and how these can be affected by factors such as migration. Through examining a range of examples, pupils will develop an understanding of how countries react to different population challenges.

Population: where do people live?

What is the approximate population of the UK?

it attracts people for jobs, education and lifestyle opportunities

it is the only city in the UK with an airport

Why is London the most populous city in the UK?

refers to the height and shape of land surfaces

helps geographers describe features like mountains and valleys

can affect where people choose to live in the UK

is about the cultural activities and festivals in the UK

can often have higher population densities

Match the two parts of the statements about population density

cities have better access to resources and jobs

rural areas offer more economic opportunities

cities have lower living costs than rural areas

Why is population density higher in cities like London?

are evenly distributed through England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales

are unevenly distributed with more people living in cities like London

are unevenly distributed with fewer people living in remote areas

England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland

Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Ireland

What are the four countries that make up the UK?

Which factor would most likely lead to a sparse population?

cities with good transport links, jobs, housing, health care

What type of area is likely to have a high population density?

fertile soil allows for abundant farming, attracting people

fertile soil is difficult to build on, so fewer people live there

fertile soil leads to dry conditions, making it less hospitable

fertile soil is only found in remote regions

Why might an area with fertile soil have a high population density?

Which country has the highest population within the UK?

Starter Quiz