GOSIP embarked on a survey to determine actual number of properties, location and economic profile of those resident in BTS stock. It is anticipated that as many as 400-500 households fall into this category. Some of the findings are listed below:

106 properties lettered, commencing in Garturk St, Allison St and Calder St.

37 questionnaires completed giving a 35% response rate.

65% stated that they were satisfied with the neighbourhood location.

55% stated that they were dissatisfied with the quality of the neighbourhood , mainly due to vandalism, lack of facilities and poor housing.

55% stated that they were dissatisfied with the quality of the housing, mainly due to dampness, structural movement, poor condition of back-courts and general disrepair.

25% of respondents had a household income of £50-£99 per week.

12% of respondents had a household income of + £349 per week.

23% of respondents pay £45-£59 per week housing costs.

31% receive household assistance with housing costs.

44% of owner occupiers in receipt of subsidy.

33% of respondents in private lets receive some form of assistance.

22% of respondents who are in Housing Association properties receive assistance.