4B.4 Urban places are seen differently by different groups because of their lived experience of places and their perception of those places. Flashcards
How have perceptions of urban places changed over time, from being seen as dangerous and threatening during industrialization to being considered attractive due to economic opportunities and social activities?
Industrialization led to perceptions of Victorian London as dangerous and threatening due to overcrowding, poor living conditions, pollution, and social issues.
Urban areas have since evolved and transformed, becoming attractive to many individuals today.
Urban places now offer economic opportunities, diverse social and leisure activities, cultural amenities, and vibrant communities.
Young people and migrants are drawn to urban areas for their dynamic urban lifestyle.
What factors contribute to the perception of some urban locations as undesirable or threatening, based on crime rates, environmental quality, population characteristics, reputation, lived experience, and media representation?
Negative perceptions of urban locations as undesirable or threatening can be influenced by various factors.
Factors include high crime rates, low environmental quality, and negative population characteristics.
Reputation, shaped by quantitative data, lived experiences, and media representation, contributes to perceptions.
Negative media portrayals, personal encounters with crime or violence, and a reputation for social problems influence perceptions of these locations.
How do suburban and inner-city areas differ in terms of their desirability as places to live and work for contrasting demographic groups based on age, ethnicity, and life-cycle stage?
Desirability of suburban and inner-city areas varies among demographic groups.
Factors such as age, ethnicity, and life-cycle stage influence preferences.
Young professionals and migrants may find inner-city areas desirable for job opportunities and cultural amenities.
Families and individuals seeking a quieter lifestyle may prefer suburban areas for space and residential neighborhoods.
Attitudes towards desirability are subjective and influenced by personal preferences, experiences, cultural backgrounds, and socioeconomic factors.
