Southwest Environmental Limited

Map Showing Cities With Over 300 Thousand People

The below map shows the locations of Cities With Over 300 Thousand People, with future projections to 2035. This map uses data from the UN Circa 2018.

It is also possible to view population growth of each city and the data includes years 1950 to 2035.

• 1950
• 1955
• 1960
• 1965
• 1970
• 1975
• 1980
• 1985
• 1990
• 1995
• 2000
• 2005
• 2010
• 2015
• 2020
• 2025
• 2030
• 2035

So for example if you wanted to know the population of Bristol in 1950 you could just find Bristol on the Map, click on the pin, and a list of data will show up.

Google Map Showing Cities Over 300 Thousand People

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Technical Guidance: Spatial Data in Environmental Impact Assessment

The analysis of urban population density and city distribution is a vital component of large-scale environmental modeling. Utilizing datasets of cities with populations over 300,000 allows for precise calculations regarding resource demand, waste generation, and atmospheric impact. At SWEL, we integrate these global datasets into our site-specific Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) to provide a broader context for proposed developments.

Applications of Population Datasets

Spatial data regarding major urban centers is utilized across several environmental disciplines to ensure environmental compliance and sustainable growth:

• Air Quality Modeling: Assessing the cumulative impact of urban emissions on regional air quality, often as part of an Air Quality Impact Assessment.
• Socio-Economic Impact: Evaluating how development projects interact with large population centers, a key requirement for Socio-Economic Impact Assessments.
• Waste Infrastructure Planning: Using population density to model the required capacity for regional waste facilities, such as clinical waste transfer stations.
• Transport & Logistics: Analyzing urban distribution patterns to optimize Transport Delivery Plans and reduce carbon footprints.

Data-Driven Sustainability

Understanding urban concentrations is essential for developing effective Carbon Strategies. As part of our commitment to the circular economy, we use spatial analysis to identify opportunities for regional nutrient recycling and sustainable water management, particularly in catchments affected by Nutrient Neutrality requirements.

At SWEL, we provide the technical authority required to interpret complex spatial data. With 15 years of industry experience and 900+ projects completed across the UK, our team (IES/FGS accredited) ensures that your project is supported by robust data. We utilize advanced GIS mapping to support planning applications and ensure that all environmental management systems are informed by accurate geographical context.

Global Context, Local Expertise

While our datasets cover global urban centers, our expertise remains focused on providing local solutions. Whether you require a Flood Risk Assessment (FRA) in a densely populated UK city or a Passive Design Capacity Assessment, we leverage our 15-year project portfolio to deliver best-in-class results.

Preliminary Ecological Appraisal PEA