Socioeconomic intraurban segregation

Date and country of first publication

2015
Poland

Definition

Socio-economic intraurban segregation refers to the separation of different social and economic groups within a city or urban area. It occurs when certain neighborhoods or districts become concentrated with individuals or households of a particular income level or social status, while other neighborhoods have a different income level or social status.

This type of segregation can have significant implications for a city and its residents. It can lead to disparities in access to resources and opportunities, such as quality education, healthcare, employment, and public services. It can also contribute to the perpetuation of poverty and inequality, as low-income or disadvantaged groups may face limited social mobility opportunities.

Socio-economic intraurban segregation is often influenced by multiple factors, including historical patterns of discrimination, public policies, economic factors, and personal preferences. It can be reinforced by housing market dynamics, such as the availability or affordability of housing in particular areas, as well as social norms and social networks that connect individuals to certain neighborhoods.

Efforts to address socio-economic intraurban segregation often involve policies and strategies aimed at promoting affordable housing, improving education and job opportunities in disadvantaged neighborhoods, and creating inclusive and mixed-income communities. Additionally, initiatives that encourage social mixing, such as mixed-use zoning and public transportation, can help reduce the physical and social barriers that contribute to segregation.

Notes

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Socioeconomic intraurban segregation appears in the following literature

Marcińczak S., Tammaru T., Novák J., Gentile M., Kovács Z., Temelová J., Valatka V., Kährik A., Szabó B. (2015). Patterns of Socioeconomic Segregation in the Capital Cities of Fast Track Reforming Postsocialist Countries. Annals of the Association of American Geographers, 105(1), 183-202. Routledge.https://doi.org/10.1080/00045608.2014.968977