Peripheral zones refer to the outer areas of a city that are located on the fringes and have less economic activity compared to the central areas.
Related terms
Urban Sprawl: Urban sprawl refers to the uncontrolled expansion of cities into peripheral areas, resulting in low-density development and increased dependence on cars for transportation.
Gentrification: Gentrification is the process where wealthier individuals or businesses move into a deteriorating neighborhood, leading to an increase in property values and displacement of lower-income residents.
Suburbanization: Suburbanization is the migration of people from urban areas to suburban regions, resulting in the growth and development of residential communities outside of the city center.