New Report Uses Erdington Test Case For Improving Quality of Life

June 2, 2026
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A major new report published today by the Centre for the New Midlands (CNM), Social Life and Witton Lodge Community Association (WLCA) sets out the next phase in the development of a pioneering Decent Neighbourhood Standard – a new framework designed to define, measure and improve the quality of neighbourhood life across the UK.

This report marks an important step forward in the development of a Decent Neighbourhood Standard. Building on the first WLCA Demonstrator Report, which established the case for a neighbourhood standard and sets out its core dimensions, this report moves the agenda from concept to implementation.

Using Erdington High Street in Birmingham as a practical test case, it shows how the Standard can be translated into evidence, action and indicators.

To access and read the full report click HERE:

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