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Bolsover has significantly higher levels of people diagnosed with diabetes compared to other regions.

Individuals with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes in Bolsover are more likely to suffer from related complications, such as foot ulcers, Alzheimer’s disease, kidney problems, musculoskeletal conditions, and cardiovascular disease.

People with diabetes in the area are also two to three times more likely to experience depression compared to the general population.

Bolsover faces worse access to screening programs for diabetic retinopathy, which is concerning as this is a critical screening for those with diabetes to prevent vision loss.

Diabetes-related health challenges are compounded by the area’s relatively higher rates of other health issues like circulatory diseases, strokes, and heart attacks.

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The population of Bolsover is estimated to be around 80,500 to 82,000 as of 2024. In Bolsover, around 96.46% is White, with a very small percentages of 0.61% Black, 1.39% Asian and 1.54% Mixed/Other ethnic background.

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Bolsover district in Derbyshire has markedly higher levels of preventable deaths compared to the national average, with 278 preventable deaths per 100 deaths, and is the most deprived district with the lowest life expectancies in Derbyshire.

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Preventable Deaths: Bolsover district has a significantly higher rate of preventable deaths (278 per 100 deaths) compared to the national average of 192.1.

Health Inequalities: People in deprived areas like Bolsover experience increased health inequalities, including dying younger and living longer with long-term conditions and disabilities.

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Higher numbers of obese children in year 6 compared to England average

Bolsover has significantly higher numbers of children living in poverty compared to the England average linking to respiratory problems, cerebral palsy, learning difficulties, anaemia, ADHD and teenage pregnancy. Bolsover has one of the lowest predicted rate of dementia
Bolsover has significantly higher numbers of people diagnosed with diabetes- Bolsover is the second worst locally for access to screening programmes for diabetic retinopathy
In 2010 Bolsover had the second highest number of people diagnosed with HIV
in 2010 Bolsover had the highest mortality rate from COPD
On a district level Bolsover has significantly higher levels of emergency hospital admissions for self harm
Bolsover has experiences significantly higher numbers of early deaths from cancer than the national average

In 2020, the smoking prevalence in Bolsover was higher than the national average, reflecting a common trend in areas with higher deprivation. Bolsover suffer from significantly higher than average level of hospital stays for alcohol-related harm. 30% of people who are dependant from alcohol and 45%of people dependant on drugs also have psychiatric disorder.

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According to the Census 2021, 18,700 people (23% of the population) in Bolsover District stated that their day-to-day activities were limited due to disability or long-term ill health.

Yes, Old Bolsover is considered among the top 5 most dangerous small towns in Derbyshire, with a crime rate significantly higher than the county average, particularly for violence and sexual offences.

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Overall Crime Rate: Old Bolsover has a crime rate of 120 crimes per 1,000 people, which is 35% higher than Derbyshire's overall crime rate of 89 per 1,000.

The most common crimes in Old Bolsover are violence and sexual offences, with 597 offences in 2023, resulting in a crime rate of 61.

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In Bolsover, 14.7% of the population was income-deprived in 2019. Of the 316 local authorities in England (excluding the Isles of Scilly) Bolsover is ranked 79th most income deprived

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In 2021, 18.5% of households in Bolsover owned a car or van. The district is served by 8 bus routes with a total of 89 stops, providing access to key locations such as Chesterfield Hospital.

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As of 2023, the average life expectancy for males in Bolsover is 77 years, while females have an average life expectancy of 81.5 years.

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We want to give everyone in Bolsover access to an outdoor gym that’s open to all. The goal is to get people moving, help reduce childhood obesity, and improve mental health. This project will bring families together, encourage a healthy lifestyle, and help build a stronger community. In the long run, we hope it leads to fewer people dealing with health problems like diabetes and heart disease. It will also help people stay at a healthy weight, creating a healthier, more active community.

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We’re requesting funds to mainly buy the outdoor gym equipment we need. A portion of the money will also go towards maintaining the equipment for the next five years to keep it safe and in good working condition. Some of the funds will be used to advertise and promote the new gym to make sure the community knows about it and its benefits. This will include things like social media ads, flyers, and local events. We’ll also invest in signs and helpful resources to show people how to safely use the equipment.

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To bring this vision to life, we researched outdoor gym equipment that is suitable for people of all ages and abilities, including accessible options for disabled individuals, the elderly, and children. The equipment we have identified is durable, weather-resistant, and easy to use. Importantly, the supplier offers free installation when the equipment is ordered, making it a cost-effective solution. In addition to the equipment, we will need physical space for the gym, which we plan to locate in a central, easily accessible public area.

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High mortality from cardiovascular disease, poor mental health , lowest activity within Derbyshire , high rates of diabetes. Outdoor gym provide free access to fitness where gym membership may be unaffordable. We will work together as a group to pitch our ideas which will include plans, figures, equipment, statistics and figures.

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Supports existing services of the park by giving a safe place to exercise but adds to what's already there by being inclusive to adults and SEN individuals

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To see if the outdoor gym helps improve health, we’ll do surveys before and after the outdoor gym is set up. We’ll look at things like death rates and childhood obesity before the outdoor equipment is added and check if they go down after. We’ll also ask people in surveys if they’re getting more active and feeling healthier.

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We will work together as a group to pitch our ideas which will include plans, figures, equipment, statistics and figures

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£30,000