Analysis

The analysis of a neighborhood cohesion questionnaire can provide important insights into how residents perceive their sense of community and their interactions with one another. Neighborhood cohesion questionnaires usually examine various dimensions such as the sense of safety, trust among residents, mutual assistance, social interaction, and participation in shared activities. Analyzing the responses can reveal how residents experience daily life in the neighborhood and identify areas where improvement is needed. For example, if the responses indicate low levels of trust and mutual assistance, this may signal the need for programs that promote social cohesion and strengthen interaction among residents.

Objective

The objective of this questionnaire is to measure and evaluate the level of interaction, trust, and sense of community among residents of a specific area. Through the responses, the aim is to understand the dynamics that prevail within the neighborhood, to identify the strengths and weaknesses of social cohesion, and to determine the areas where interventions are required to enhance social networking and cooperation. The ultimate goal is to improve residents’ quality of life, strengthen their sense of safety and trust, and promote a healthy and active community.

Scoring

The NC-8 questionnaire consists of 8 items, which are rated as follows:
Agree = 1, No Opinion = 2, Disagree = 3

References

Perkins, D. D., Florin, P., Rich, R. C., Wandersman, A., & Chavis, D. M. (1990). Participation and the social and physical environment of residential blocks: Crime and community context. American Journal of Community Psychology, 18(1), 83–115.
Houston Community Demonstration Project. Houston, TX: City of Houston Health and Human Services Department, 1993.