Farage’s Clacton-on-Sea constituency worst ‘tree desert’ in England, research shows
Summary
A new report shows Nigel Farage’s Clacton-on-Sea area in Essex has the worst access to trees in England, with 98.2% of people living in places with very few trees. This lack of trees can lead to more pollution, poorer health, and higher risks from heat and flooding. The study also found that many towns in the north of England have very low tree coverage, while southern areas like London have better access to trees.Key Facts
- Clacton-on-Sea has the highest share of people (98.2%) living in “tree deserts” in England.
- Tree deserts are places with very little access to trees, which affects health and comfort.
- The north-east of England has many towns with poor tree access, including Hartlepool where 86.9% are affected.
- Trees in cities help clean the air, cool temperatures, reduce floods, and improve mental and physical health.
- Wealthier areas tend to have more trees, while poorer areas have fewer, raising concerns about fairness in tree access.
- The Woodland Trust urges urban planners to include tree equity, meaning fair access to trees for everyone.
- Tendring District Council says they have planted over 40,000 trees recently and are working to improve green spaces.
- Tree equity measures not just how many trees exist, but whether tree cover meets the needs of the local environment and population.
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