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PREFACE
STAFF.
Mrs. J. M. Congdon resigned her appointment as part-time shorthand
typist on the 26th March, and was replaced by Mrs. L. E. Peters
as from the 6th April.
The vacancy for a District Public Health Inspector, caused by the
resignation of Mr. R. J. Hamilton, was eventually filled by the
appointment of Mr. G. Jones, who commenced duty on the 1st
January, 1964.
SECTION 'A' — SUMMARY OF STATISTICS AND SOCIAL
CONDITIONS.
Population.
The Registrar-General's estimate of the population in 1964 was
38,820, compared with his estimate 38,700 for 1963 and the 1961
Census figure of 39,057.
During recent years the population has been more or less static,
with a slight tendency to fall. At the same time the number of inhabited
houses has increased each year, with a consequent gradual
improvement of the housing situation generally.
Births.
During the year 566 births were recorded, compared with 570
in 1963. Infant mortality and still birth rates are low compared with
the rates for England and Wales generally, and indicate efficient ante
and post-natal care of the mothers.
There were only 7 infant deaths, and of these 6 occurred very
soon after birth and were due to prematurity and congenital defects.
Deaths.
The total number of deaths occurring amongst residents was 470
compared with 541 in 1963. The reduced number of deaths was
undoubtedly due to the mildness of the winter months, as compared
with the very severe conditions experienced in 1963.
The death rate, when corrected to allow for the abnormally high
proportion of elderly residents, was 9.9 per thousand population,
which compares favourably with other towns.
Social Conditions.
The Borough of Barnes, in the County of Surrey, is situated on
the South Bank of the River Thames between Richmond and Putney.
One of the great advantages of the Borough is the fact that open
spaces comprise almost half of its area, including Richmond Park, the
River Thames, Barnes Common, Sheen Common, and other parks and
recreation grounds.
The Borough is mainly residential in character with some light
industry.