What is gentrification
When wealthy people move into a place, spending money, increasing the cost of living in the area, causing the original residents, who can no longer afford it, to move away
What are the benefits of gentrification
Neighbourhood revitalisation
Reduced crime
Increased local economy
Increased property value
Improve local environment
What are drawbacks of gentrification
Displacement of residents
Loss of local business
Loss of culture
Reduced diversity
Increased cost of living