In the summer of 2007, a Boston neighborhood coalition addressing underage drinking sought data regarding the number of alcohol licensed establishments in their community. They requested assistance from the Regional Center-Boston staff to obtain and analyze this data, in order to develop an understanding of the impact of alcohol advertising on youth and young adults in their community. This request presented an opportunity for Regional Center staff to conduct a thorough analysis of alcohol beverage licenses throughout Boston.

The purpose of this report is to provide information to Boston neighborhood groups and other community coalitions on the number and types of alcohol beverage licenses within their respective neighborhood and to compare this information to other Boston neighborhoods and citywide data. This report will help illuminate for coalitions, residents, and policymakers the impact of alcohol outlet density and alcohol advertising and marketing on youth and young adults in Boston.