Associations of green space visitation patterns with sociodemographics, health, and perceptions: A cluster analysis using smartphone Wi-Fi and GPS data
Hwangseon Park, Kwangjune Choi, Changjun Lee, Hayoung Oh
TL;DR
This study explores how different patterns of visiting green spaces in Seoul are linked to health, education, and perceptions of nature.
Contribution
The study introduces a novel approach using smartphone data to categorize green space visitation patterns and their sociodemographic and health associations.
Findings
Weekend Visitors reported the best mental and physical health compared to other groups.
Non-Visitors and Frequent Visitors showed differences in educational background distributions.
Positive perceptions of green spaces were strongest among Weekend Visitors and Frequent Visitors.
Abstract
Understanding the multiple impacts of green spaces on individual health and overall quality of life is a key factor in urban planning and public health promotion. This study integrated smartphone Wi-Fi and GPS location data, survey data, and green space data to analyze the relationships between green space visitation patterns and sociodemographic characteristics, health, and green space perceptions of 1,715 residents of the Seoul metropolitan area in South Korea. Green space visitation patterns of urban residents were categorized into Non-Visitors (rarely visited green spaces), Weekday Visitors (weekday visits), Weekend Visitors (weekend visits), and Frequent Visitors (weekday and weekend visits). The health status of residents in each group was assessed using the EQ-5D-5L scale, which evaluates overall mental and physical health. The analysis indicated variations in educational…
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Taxonomy
TopicsUrban Green Space and Health · Land Use and Ecosystem Services · Urban Agriculture and Sustainability