The relation of perceived and objective environment attributes to neighborhood satisfaction

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Lee, Suzanna M., Conway, Terry, Frank, Lawrence, Saelens, Brian, Cain, Kelli and Sallis, Jim. (2017). The relation of perceived and objective environment attributes to neighborhood satisfaction. Environment and Behavior. 49(2), pp. 136 - 160. https://doi.org/10.1177/0013916515623823
AuthorsLee, Suzanna M., Conway, Terry, Frank, Lawrence, Saelens, Brian, Cain, Kelli and Sallis, Jim
Abstract

There is growing evidence that communities can be designed to support physical activity, but it is important to understand whether neighborhood features related to health are also considered satisfactory by residents. The study aimed to determine if there is an association between perceived and objective neighborhood environment variables and neighborhood satisfaction. Adults (N = 1,726) were recruited from neighborhoods in two regions of the United States selected to vary on walkability and income. Perceived neighborhood environment was assessed using a validated scale, objective measures were constructed using geographic information system (GIS), and satisfaction was assessed using a 17-item survey. Participants reported greater satisfaction when they perceived their neighborhood as having greater pedestrian/traffic safety, crime safety, attractive aesthetics, access to destinations, diversity of destinations, park access, and lower residential density. Objective measures were not significant. The discrepant findings between perceived and objective environmental measures indicate that neighborhood satisfaction is a complex construct.

Year2017
JournalEnvironment and Behavior
Journal citation49 (2), pp. 136 - 160
PublisherSAGE Publications Inc.
ISSN0013-9165
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)https://doi.org/10.1177/0013916515623823
Scopus EID2-s2.0-85009070631
Page range136 - 160
Research GroupMary MacKillop Institute for Health Research
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Place of publicationUnited States
EditorsA. S. Devlin
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