relation: https://frw.studenttheses.ub.rug.nl/4632/
title: Perceived liveability in Selwerd:  Residents’ perceptions of  environmental and social factors in  relation to public green area
creator: Houten, Lucas van
description: This thesis studies residents’ perceptions of liveability in Selwerd, a neighborhood in the city   of Groningen, based on environmental and social factors in relation to public green areas. Using   qualitative research methods, the thesis studies how residents perceive the effect of public green   spaces on environmental quality, perceived liveability, and social cohesion. The findings   suggest that the presence of public green spaces is perceived as positive by residents, due to   their environmental benefits and effect on health and wellbeing. However, the study indicates   residents perceive shortcomings relating to quality, use, and accessibility of public greenery.   Therefore, the study suggests an improvement of the quality of public green areas in Selwerd,   through enhanced maintenance and the implementation of facilities that cultivate social   interactions and activities, contributing to social cohesion. The study offers valuable insights   for urban planning and policy on the relationships between public green areas and perceived   liveability. Furthermore, it contributes to academic literature on sustainable urban development   by describing the interaction between environmental and social factors in relation to public   green space. Future research could aim at studying the comparison between the current and   future spatial situation in Selwerd in relation to perceived environmental quality and liveability.   Moreover, future research could aim to compare the findings between Selwerd and similar   urban environments as well as compare the current and future spatial situation in Selwerd.
date: 2024
type: Thesis
type: NonPeerReviewed
format: text
language: en
identifier: https://frw.studenttheses.ub.rug.nl/4632/1/Resit-Bachelor-Thesis---Lucas-van-Houten.pdf
identifier:   Houten, Lucas van  (2024) Perceived liveability in Selwerd: Residents’ perceptions of environmental and social factors in relation to public green area.  Bachelor thesis.