Urban social inequality refers to the unequal distribution of resources, opportunities, and privileges among different groups of people within an urban area. It encompasses disparities in income, education, healthcare, housing, and access to public services.
Related terms
Gentrification: Gentrification refers to the process of wealthier individuals or groups moving into a lower-income urban area, often leading to displacement and changing the demographic makeup of the neighborhood.
Redlining: Redlining is a discriminatory practice where banks or lending institutions refuse or limit financial services (such as loans or insurance) to certain neighborhoods based on their racial or ethnic composition.
Segregation: Segregation refers to the separation of different racial or ethnic groups into distinct geographic areas within an urban setting. This can occur through legal means (such as zoning laws) or social dynamics.