Key Concepts 1
What does the term liveability mean?
How suitable or good a place is to live in, based on factors like safety, services, and environment.
What is one environmental factor that improves liveability?
Clean air, green space, access to water, etc.
Community is people in a place sharing a sense of belonging, connection, and common values.
Name one human factor that influences liveability.
Transport, housing, services, etc.
How does transport improve a place’s liveability?
Makes it easier to access services, work, and leisure.
What does access mean when talking about liveability?
Access means how easily people can reach and use important services like schools, hospitals, transport, and shops.
What is Environmental Quality?
Environmental quality refers to the condition of natural and built environments. It includes things like clean air, water and land
Name one service people look for in a liveable place.
Hospitals (Healthcare), schools, internet, public transport.
Why do people move to cities?
For a number of reasons, people may leave rural or remote areas to live in cities. This may be for a new life and new opportunities in a new place.
What is a scale?
Refers to the level we are examining a place or issue. e.g. local, city or country.
How does access to reliable internet affect liveability in modern communities?
It allows people to work, study, connect with others, and access services—improving quality of life and opportunities.
Name 3 factors that contribute to a Community
Some factors include:
Culture, Heritage, Place, Occupation, Gender, Religion, Hobbies, Sport, Environment, Events
Why is Environmental quality important?
Environmental quality is an important factor that impacts the liveability of a place because people like to live in nice areas that are clean, well maintained and pleasant to be around.
How might population pressure affect liveability?
Higher density can lead to overcrowding, more waste production or less availability of recourses
How does Sydney’s transport system help people stay socially connected?
It allows people to easily travel to visit family and friends, attend events, go to school or work, and access shared spaces like parks and shopping areas—helping them stay connected to their community.