Ethnic Spatial Segregation in European Cities

This book provides an in-depth interpretation of the causes of ethnic residential segregation across Western European countries and the USA, exploring the extent to which it can be attributed to special preferences for housing and neighborhoods among ethnic minorities. It discusses the impact of welfare state systems, immigration levels, and the ethnic composition of minorities on ethnic segregation and considers the role of housing policy and urban planning in creating spatial structures that perpetuate segregation.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 226 pages
\n Publication date: 21 May 2019
\n Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
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This comprehensive and insightful book delves into the intricate dynamics of ethnic residential segregation across Western European countries and the United States, offering a groundbreaking interpretation of its underlying causes. In numerous countries, ethnic minorities often face limited access to high-quality housing and tend to be concentrated in specific areas within cities. This book seeks to explore the extent to which ethnic segregation can be attributed to unique preferences for housing and neighborhoods among ethnic minorities. It raises important questions about whether this segregation is driven by the behavior of the native majority or is instead a result of housing and urban policies.

Ethnic segregation manifests itself in diverse ways across European countries and cities, highlighting the need for a nuanced understanding of these variations. Chapters in this book examine the extent to which welfare state systems, levels of immigration, and the ethnic composition of minorities contribute to these differences. Additionally, the book takes into account the impact of housing policy and the spatial structure of urban housing markets shaped by urban planning and policies.

This book is a valuable resource for teachers, students, and researchers engaged in the study of segregation, urban sociology, and geography. It provides a comprehensive framework for analyzing and understanding the complex factors contributing to ethnic residential segregation. Moreover, civil servants in central and local governments who are actively working to combat ethnic segregation and its consequences will find this book particularly useful as it offers practical insights and strategies for addressing this pressing issue.

\n Weight: 476g\n
Dimension: 165 x 241 x 15 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781138358911\n \n