Discovering the diverse economy of a ‘left-behind’ town

How should we think about the well-being and associated economic development of areas that are not subject to market pressures for growth? What is economy a small town outside such demand like? And what be role local planning in context? The paper explores these questions through case study Shildon, County Durham England. It diverse town, including aspects Foundational Economy central civil society, an analysis business premises, new housebuilding culture-led regeneration.