It is estimated that on average the life expectancy in Easterhouse is lower than the national average. With women, living eight years longer than men, their average age peaking at 78. These statistics have risen in recent years, however still remains slightly lower than the rest of Glasgows population (Understanding Glasgow 2012).
Glasgow is seen as one of the most diverse and multicultural cities within Scotland with the ethnic minority groups accounting for 12% of the overall population. However, in Easterhouse the population