This table provides metadata for the actual indicator available from Bristol statistics closest to the corresponding global SDG indicator. Please note that even when the global SDG indicator is fully available from Bristol statistics, this table should be consulted for information on national methodology and other Bristol-specific metadata information.

Indicator available
Indicator description
Geographical coverage
Unit of measurement
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Data last updated 2020-02-03: see changes on GitHub opens in a new window
Metadata last updated 2020-09-22: see changes on GitHub opens in a new window

This table provides information on metadata for SDG indicators as defined by the UN Statistical Commission. Complete global metadata is provided by the UN Statistics Division.

Indicator name

Number of countries that have national urban policies or regional development plans that (a) respond to population dynamics; (b) ensure balanced territorial development; and (c) increase local fiscal space
Target name

Support positive economic, social and environmental links between urban, peri-urban and rural areas by strengthening national and regional development planning
UN designated tier

3
UN custodian agency

UN-Habitat
Link to UN metadata United Nations Sustainable Development Goals Metadata (pdf 2066kB) opens in a new window