What the social progress index shows
In partnership with the Social Progress Imperative, we have created Luton’s first social progress index (SPI) at ward level. This helps us understand the needs of local residents and how different areas of the town are experiencing life.
Where people live can influence their quality of life and how they are able to contribute to their community. The social progress index helps us explore what is happening in each ward so we can work with communities to understand what is improving lives and where more support may be needed.
How the social progress index is structured
The index is made up of three main areas:
- basic human needs
- foundations of wellbeing
- opportunity
Each area contains groups of indicators that give a clear picture of how each ward is performing. A single social progress index score (with higher scores closer to 100) shows how wards compare with one another and whether progress is being made over time.
How the social progress index can be used
Residents can use the social progress index to see how their ward is doing. Charities, businesses and other organisations can also use it to understand what is working well and where more action is needed. This supports the Luton 2040 ambition to create a town where everyone can thrive.
View Luton's social progress index
Email: info.intel@luton.gov.uk