Residents’ perception of neighbourhood characteristics and stress in Kubwa, Abuja.
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2022
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AAUA Journal of Environmental Design and Management
Abstract
This study evaluates the relationship between neighbourhood characteristics and stress among
residents in Kubwa, Abuja. A total of 300 households were randomly sampled using structured
questionnaires in a six (6) selected neighbourhoods in Kubwa based on densities (Low, Medium, and
High). The data obtained were analysed using descriptive (frequency, percentage, and mean) and
inferential (Spearman rank correlation) statistics. The findings indicate a negative and significant
correlation between neighbourhood perceived characteristics (r = -.172, p < .01) and physical
characteristics (r = -.153, p < .05) and stress among Kubwa residents. Overall neighbourhood
perceived characteristics (r = .251) and physical characteristics (r = .223) show positive and weak
significant (p < .01) association with neighbourhood satisfaction. It is recommended that the urban
authorities and communities should engage in the design and building of sustainable neighbourhood
that provide green spaces, good drainage and sewage system, clean environment, aesthetic quality
and reputation to improve the quality of life and enhance livability for all residents.
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Neighbourhood characteristics, Neighbourhood quality, Residents wellbeing, Satisfaction, Stress
Citation
Maryam E. Haruna, Haruna D. Musa, and Benjamin N. Santali (2022). Residents’ perception of neighbourhood characteristics and stress in Kubwa, Abuja. AAUA Journal of Environmental Design and Management, Vol.1(1), Pp.61-74.