Analysis of the socio-economic characteristics and housing condition in the core neighbourhood of Akure, Nigeria

Abstract

The paper highlights survey on lowincome settlements in the core area of Akure, the capital of Ondo State, Nigeria and examined the socioeconomic characteristics of the respondent and the physical state of the building they occupy. It gathers field data with a structured questionnaire administered among residents of low income neighbourhoods of Akure using random sampling technique. The data were analysed using simple frequency and percentage distribution tables. The study showed that most of the residents are engaged in the informal sector of the economy (self employed), their income level is very low and that household size is very high .The survey carried out on housing revealed that most dwellings were constructed before 1960 and are of monolithic type. They are lacking in essential infrastructures and a large number (53.3%) are unsatisfactory by modern standards. While we are aware of the fact that findings of a study of this type may be more typical of the case than more general to other cities, there is every reason to believe that the issues involved are more national than local. The policy recommendations have therefore been geared to reflect this observation.

Incremental Construction for Sustainable Low-Income

“…Rented Housing Units Owner-occupied Housing Units fying that home ownership was still very low in the urban centers of the state and this is in line with previous findings (Larenwaju, 2012;Ibem, 2011;Ogunleye, 2013), which assert that greater proportion of the low-income earners in most cities of developing nations live in rented accommodation.…”

The Effects of Physical and Social Characteristics on Residents' Perception on Neighbourhood Quality in the Urban Environment

“…This covers numerous characteristics of quality, for instance, functionality, efficiency, accessibility, safety, privacy, affordability, aesthetic, cultural and symbolic value among others [18]. In the context of the developing world, two major methods had been recommended in the literature for the assessment of neighbourhood and residential quality: the noneconomic and economic dimensions of quality [19].…”

“…Concerns for neighbourhood quality have instant everyday consequences. Physical characteristics of neighbourhoods, for instance, the absence or presence of basic facilities, housing quality, dependable public transportation, reliable hospitals, and availability of retail stores are important factors of well-being [19]. Neighbourhoods with inadequate quality housing, little resources, poor design and the unsafe environment will inflict stress on the residents, which affect the quality of life [22].…”

Spatio-Temporal Variations of Indoor Bioaerosols in Different Socio-Economic Zones of an Urban Metropolis

“…The indoor and outdoor sources or factors that affect bioaerosol counts vary with season and socioeconomic status [27,28]. Socio-economic status is also one of prime determiners of residential mobility and segregation [29,30].…”