Effect of Neighbourhood Characteristics on Resident’s Satisfaction in Doya Area of Bauchi Metropolis

Hadiza AbdulKadir Musa, Muhammad Umar Bello and Sakariyau Jamiu Kayode
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Hadiza AbdulKadir Musa: Kaduna Polytechnic
Muhammad Umar Bello: Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University
Sakariyau Jamiu Kayode: Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University

Traektoriâ Nauki = Path of Science, 2021, vol. 7, issue 04, 6001-6005

Abstract: This study determines the effect of neighbourhood characteristics on residents’ satisfaction in Doya area of Bauchi metropolis to reveal the significant relationship of the effect. Field data were gathered using a structured, close-ended questionnaire containing 5 Likert scales administered to the household head of Doya area of Bauchi metropolis using simple random sampling. A total number of one hundred and twenty-five (125) valid questionnaires were used for the analysis. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics (Mean score and frequency table) and linear regression method through SPSS. The study found that electricity, water, drainage, availability of schools, availability of hospital, economic activities, neighbourhood security, sanitary services, recreational facilities and accessibility are factors affecting resident’s satisfaction. It further found that satisfaction with proximity to work, water, and educational facilities were striking the highest mean score. Finally linear regression model reveals that neighbourhood condition significantly affects resident’s satisfaction. The study suggests a need for the government to provide more social amenities in the study area. Proper routine management of social amenities should be done to enhance the resident’s satisfaction in the study area. JEL Classification: O18

Keywords: neighbourhood; satisfaction; housing (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2021
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DOI: 10.22178/pos.69-8

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