Epping Forest locality
Epping Forest, named after the ancient woodland and former royal hunting forest, stretches 12 miles from London to Epping. It is a local government district in Essex with a population of approximately 131,689 residents.
Measuring impact in Epping Forest to improve outcomes for residents
of young people in Epping report no positive attitudes.
Physical activity can support vulnerable and underprivileged young people who are victims of exploitation.
Just over half of young people in Epping Forest are classed as active.
Public Health Accelerator funding addressed the need for free activities among lower socio-economic groups.
A 1.2% increase in the number of active adults in Epping Forest.
Learnings have shown, that using a place-based, collaborative approach helps to address health inequalities.
Making movement a priority in Epping Forest
The work at Active Essex includes supporting the Find Your Active Epping Forest which is a virtual network embedded within the Epping Forest Health and Wellbeing Board and it’s four working sub-groups. The network priorities aim to support community sports and help grow participation in physical activity across the district.
Take a look at how Epping Forest are contributing to the Fit for the Future Strategy below.
