Neighborhood Dynamics

Proximity Neighborhood Information Program

Neighborhood statistics map

We need neighborhood information to better understand "where we are," see how things are changing, and help develop and act on neighborhood plans.

This map depicts a portion of the Second Ward superneighborhood in the Houston area. Located in downtown Houston, the highlighted section of the old barrio area is now comprised of residents who are all of Hispanic origin. Houston superneighborhood areas are further described in the Neighborhoods and Geodemographic Analysis paper.

Each of us lives in a neighborhood, sometimes more than one. Many of us also need to use neighborhood-oriented demographic information in our work and business.

How do/should neighborhood areas relate to small statistical areas such as census tracts, block groups, and blocks?

How can common concerns, such as cultural, health care, housing, and education, be effectively analyzed in the neighborhood context?

Proximity helps organizations define neighborhood areas and helps stakeholders make use of neighborhood-related data and analyses.
Neighborhood Data Resources. Proximity maintains wide-ranging geographic and demographic data that can be integrated into neighborhood analyses.
Geodemographic Analyses and Neighborhoods. Proximity helps organizations meet needs relating to planning and market analyses where neighborhoods play an important role.
WebCourse. Our Geodemographics WebCourse features use of GIS/mapping tools to develop and visualize important issues in your neighborhood.

For details about the capabilities, data and services available to your organization, see Neighborhood Dynamics: Tools & Methods.