Economy

Growth by numbers: an introduction to GDP

Gross Domestic Product – better known as ‘GDP’ – often makes the news, but behind the headlines are stories about industries, regions and communities. In our next Bringing Data to Life webinar, taking place on Tuesday 8 September from 4pm to 5pm, we’ll explore what GDP is, how it’s measured, and what it can tell us about the economy.  

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Bricks, mortar and data: understanding house and rent price statistics

Whether you’re moving house or just curious about the market, housing prices play a big role not just in our wallets, but across the wider economy too. Our upcoming Bringing data to life webinar will explore key questions like: How can we track changes in housing costs? How much are average rent and house prices changing over time? And how can you explore the data for yourself?  

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