The urban inequality study of urban public space accessibility for an ageing society

Abstract

Regarding urban inequality in various dimensions, it is not only limited to the socio-economic aspects but also includes the accessibility opportunity, especially in urban public space accessibility. Therefore, this research aims to study the phenomenon of urban public space accessibility. To reveal the inequality in urban public space access and propose guidelines for urban development to reduce inequality in the dimension of urban public space accessibility. This study was survey research conducting 150 samplings and using the questionnaire as the data collection tool. Then the data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics, especially multiple linear regression. The results revealed that most of the early and middle elderly often travel as a passenger in private vehicles. There is little walking and cycling in the neighborhood's public areas. Moreover, the factors influencing travel access to urban public spaces are related to the development of safe traffic areas, enjoyment for attracting travelers, and integration connections with all transportation systems. Urban planners should not overlook all these factors in improving and developing access to urban public spaces in order to meet the needs of all groups of people in accessing urban public spaces and to support the aging society with quality in the future.