St. Michael's, Coventry facts for kids
St. Michael's is a special area, or 'ward', in the city of Coventry, located in the West Midlands region of England. It's like a neighborhood that has its own local government representatives.
About the People in St. Michael's
St. Michael's is home to many people! In 2011, about 24,119 people lived there. It's a diverse place, with people from many different backgrounds, including a large Asian or Asian British community. Lots of young adults, especially students, live in St. Michael's. About one in five people are aged 20 to 24.
This area has been working hard to improve. While it was once considered one of the areas with more challenges in Coventry, things have been getting better. For example, the average household income has grown faster here than in the rest of Coventry. Also, the crime rate has gone down a lot since 2004. These changes show that the community is making good progress!
What You Can Find in St. Michael's
St. Michael's ward includes the very heart of Coventry city centre. This is where you'll find important landmarks like the famous St. Michael's Cathedral. The ward also includes neighborhoods such as Charterhouse and Hillfields.
The Hillfields area is currently undergoing big changes. Old buildings are being taken down, and new ones are being built. This includes the former Highfield Road stadium, which used to be the home of Coventry City Football Club. The local council says this is the biggest rebuilding project happening in Coventry!
Your Local Representatives
St. Michael's ward is represented by three local councillors. These councillors are like elected leaders who work to make decisions for the community. They listen to what people in St. Michael's need and try to make the area a better place to live. All three current councillors are from the Labour Party.
The councillors representing St. Michael's are:
- Naeem Akhtar
- Jim O'Boyle
- David Welsh
These councillors are elected for a certain period of time to serve the people of their ward.
