Maldon locality
As the smallest district in Greater Essex, Maldon is home to 67,568 residents, with almost one-third now aged over 65, this is a significant rise from just a quarter at the last census.
This shifting demographic can place increasing pressure on the local health and community services, whilst also highlighting the vital role that sport and physical activity can play in reducing social isolation and supporting older residents to remain independent for longer.
Measuring impact in Maldon to improve outcomes for residents
35,500 residents in Maldon are leading an active lifestyle.
A task and finish group as part of the Maldon Livewell Partnership Board is helping to connect district partners, shape delivery, support funding opportunities and ensure alignment against Maldon health and wellbeing priorities.
29.9% of Maldon residents are over the age of 65.
Supporting individuals new to physical activity, the Find Your Active Place Navigator for Maldon has built strong relationships, defined gaps in provision and engaged with community events to raise awareness of the power of movement.
42.2% of Maldon residents living with a disability are inactive.
Collaboration between Maldon District Council, Find Your Active Maldon and Active Essex’s Small Grant programme has increased the number of physical activity opportunities for residents with the most barriers to movement.
Making movement a priority in Maldon
The Find Your Active Maldon network is now fully embedded into the Livewell Partnership Board. The Active Essex Mid Relationship Manager chairs the Obesity and Physical Activity Subgroup, and is collaboratively working with sports clubs, facilities and both local and Essex wide partners to promote and provide opportunities for increased physical activity, health and wellbeing.
Together with partners, Maldon is united by ambition and driven by movement. The following case studies show how the district is contributing to the Fit for the Future Strategy.
