woonmilieus
Woonmilieus, the plural form of woonmilieu, is a term used in Dutch urban planning, sociology, and public health to describe the living environment in which people spend daily life. It refers to the composite of physical spaces, social relations, and functional resources that shape routines, wellbeing, and opportunities. The concept emphasizes that where people live can influence health, educational outcomes, social participation, and life chances, beyond individual characteristics.
Woonmilieus comprise physical characteristics such as housing quality, density, building age and layout, green spaces, noise,
Researchers measure woonmilieus using surveys, administrative data, and geographic information systems to capture variations across neighborhoods.
Policy relevance and implications include efforts to improve woonmilieus through quality housing, expanded affordable options, increased
See also: woonomgeving, urban planning, public health, social determinants of health, neighborhood effects.