Spaces/Places Casestudy: Northwood, Irvine

Question 1

Where is Northwood?

Answer 1

• In Northern Irvine in Orange County, California.

Question 2

In 2018, what was the median income in Northwood?

Answer 2

• US $113603/year - compared to a national average of 63k.

Question 3

What is evidence of social inequality between Northwood and Jembatan Besi?

Answer 3

• Housing quality
• Environmental quality
• Crime rates
• Digital divide

Question 4

How is housing quality between Northwood and Jembatan Besi evidence of social inequality?

Answer 4

• Northwood accomodates high-quality, spacious single family houses that contains large lots
• Jembatan Besi is characterized by overcrowded slum housing, poor sanitation and informal - temporary structures.

Question 5

How is environmental quality between Northwood and Jembatan Besi evidence of social inequality?

Answer 5

• Northwood has relatively clean air, green spaces and well-maintained infrastructure.
• Jembatan Besi has high pollution, poor waste management and lack of clean water.

Question 6

How are crime rates between Northwood and Jembatan Besi evidence of social inequality?

Answer 6

• Northwood has a low crime rate of around 16 per 100,000 people
• Jembatan Besi has a higher estimated crime rate attributed to poverty and lack of policing

Question 7

How is digital divide between Northwood and Jembatan Besi evidence of social inequality?

Answer 7

• Northwood has high-speed internet access, technological infrastructure and educational opportunities
• Jembatan Besi has limited digital access which affects education and job opportunities.