Steve Gibbons

Professor Steve Gibbons is the Professor of Economic Geography at the Department of Geography and Environment, London School of Economics. He served as Head of Department from 2019-2023. His research focuses on spatial dimensions of education, transport infrastructure, environmental amenities, housing markets, labor markets, health, and crime, emphasizing causal analysis and policy impact. He collaborates with government bodies like the Department for Transport and the National Infrastructure Commission. His teaching includes urban economics, GIS, and spatial analysis methods. He co-edits the Journal of Economic Geography.

Key research areas include transport connectivity impacts and valuation of rail access. His work bridges economic theory with applied policy analysis, addressing geographical disparities and economic performance. Recent studies explore the social costs of infrastructure like power lines and mental health interventions. He actively engages with policymakers to translate academic findings into actionable strategies.

Professor Gibbons has advised on numerous transport and urban development projects, contributing to infrastructure policy evaluations. His research highlights the interplay between spatial factors and socioeconomic outcomes, particularly in urban contexts.