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Demographic Shifts and Racial Composition in Briarcreek-Woodland Neighborhood, Charlotte, NC: 2013-2022
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Briarcreek-Woodland neighborhood in Charlotte, North Carolina, classified as a "Moderate Diversity" community with a White Plurality as of 2022, has a population of 5,183 and a median income of $43,977. The area combines residential and commercial spaces with a focus on urban development and community amenities.
Briarcreek-Woodland has experienced significant demographic changes over the past decade. In 2013, the neighborhood had a "Black Plurality" with 38% of the population being Black. By 2022, it transitioned to a "White Plurality" with 42% of the population being White. This shift represents a change in the neighborhood's racial composition.
The community has maintained a "Moderate Diversity" classification throughout the decade, with representation from multiple racial groups. The Hispanic population increased from 14% in 2013 to 21% in 2022, indicating increased diversity. The Asian population decreased from a peak of 17% in 2015 and 2017 to 1% in 2022, suggesting potential outmigration of this group.
The median income in Briarcreek-Woodland increased from $32,332 in 2013 to $43,977 in 2022, a 36% increase. This economic growth correlates with the shift towards a White Plurality and may indicate gentrification processes. The population grew from 4,013 in 2013 to 5,183 in 2022, a 29% increase. This growth, combined with rising incomes, suggests the neighborhood has become attractive to new residents, particularly White and Hispanic populations.
The demographic shifts in Briarcreek-Woodland align with broader trends in urban areas across the United States. The increase in diversity, particularly the growth of the Hispanic population, reflects national trends of increasing racial and ethnic diversity in metropolitan areas. The rising median income and population growth suggest urban renewal or gentrification, a phenomenon observed in many cities nationwide. This process often leads to demographic shifts as higher-income residents move into previously lower-income areas.
Briarcreek-Woodland has evolved from a predominantly Black neighborhood to a more diverse community with a White Plurality over the past decade. This transition has been accompanied by economic growth and population increase, changing the character and dynamics of the neighborhood. These changes reflect broader urban trends but also highlight the unique trajectory of this Charlotte community.
