Inspiration
City-scapes that nourish the body and mind attract and retain talent. We analysed a diverse range of indicators that foster inspiration and the 'aesthetic-amenity premium’ capable of culturally enhancing one’s city experience that this creates. Additionally, Inspiration is one of the key drivers of Innovation.
CITY RANKINGS FOR INSPIRATION
OVERALL RANK CATEGORY RANK
HOW IS INSPIRATION CALCULATED?
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Parks & cafes
A composite of the number of high-quality parks and cafes within city limits
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Arts sector strength
The overall strength of a city's arts and culture sectors in comparison to others
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Liveability
Indicators of contentment with living in a city
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Culture
The density of cultural events, local activities and social entertainment relative to a city's population
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Engagement
The measure of how readily a city's population engages in arts and culture
Impact on Investability
There is a weight of literature linking the presence of creative groups to localised real estate price growth, and the extent of cultural amenities and green spaces in a city are also shown to have a direct correlation with demand for space.