Suburb

Suburb is a residential area or a mixed use area, either existing as part of a city or urban area or as a separate residential community within commuting distance of a city. Suburbs might have their own political jurisdiction, especially in the United States, or may be administratively viewed as part of a larger area. In most English-speaking countries, suburban areas are defined in contrast to central or inner-city areas, but in Australian English and South African English, suburb has become largely synonymous with what is called a "neighborhood" in other countries and the term extends to inner-city areas.

History[edit | edit source]

The word suburb comes from the Latin suburbium, formed from sub, meaning "under", and urbs, meaning "city". The first recorded usage of the term in English, was made by John Wycliffe in 1380, where the form subarbis was used, according to the Oxford English Dictionary.

Characteristics[edit | edit source]

Suburbs typically have a lower population density than inner city neighborhoods. Suburbs often sprawl outwards from the city center, often surrounded by countryside, creating a more spacious environment. They are often characterized by single-family homes and less likely to have high-rise buildings.

Types of suburbs[edit | edit source]

There are several types of suburbs, including residential, industrial, and commercial suburbs. Residential suburbs are the most common type and are characterized by single-family homes and low population density. Industrial suburbs are characterized by factories and warehouses, while commercial suburbs are characterized by businesses and shopping centers.

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