Understanding housing preferences and challenges of older adults in Kalisz, Poland

Izabela Rącka; Anna Jancz

doi:10.14254/jsdtl.2023.8-2.30

Izabela Rącka ⁽¹⁾ , Anna Jancz ⁽²⁾

(1) Department of Management, University of Kalisz, Ul. Nowy Świat 4, 62-800 Kalisz , Poland

(2) Department of Microeconomics, Institute of Economics, Poznan University of Economics and Business, al. Niepodległości 10, Poznań 61-875 , Poland

https://doi.org/10.14254/jsdtl.2023.8-2.30

Issue
Vol. 8 No. 2 (2023)

Keywords:

housing market, senior housing, population ageing, housing prices, housing affordability, market analysis, sustainability

PDF

Abstract

Purpose: This study aimed to identify the demographic, economic, and social factors that influence the housing demand of older adults in Kalisz, Poland, and assess their preferences and challenges in meeting their housing needs. Methodology: A quantitative survey was conducted among individuals aged 50 and above in Kalisz. The survey questionnaire covered various aspects, including current housing conditions, housing preferences, knowledge of senior housing options, and willingness to relocate to such housing. Data analysis involved descriptive statistics and correlation analysis. Results: The findings revealed that while most respondents were satisfied with their current housing situation, they acknowledged the need for housing options tailored to older adults. However, there was a lack of interest in relocating to designated senior housing due to concerns about affordability, accessibility, and amenities. Respondents expressed a preference for independent living arrangements with access to medical, care, and rehabilitation services. Theoretical contribution: The study contributes to the understanding of the housing needs and preferences of older adults in the context of a medium-sized city in Poland. It highlights the importance of considering demographic shifts and adapting housing policies and urban planning strategies to meet the diverse requirements of an aging population. Practical implications: The findings can inform policymakers, urban planners, and housing developers in designing and implementing housing solutions that cater to the specific needs of older adults, ensuring accessible, affordable, and supportive living environments. The study also emphasizes the need for public awareness and education regarding senior housing options.

Full text article

Generated from XML file

References

BDL. (2023). Dane roczne i krótkookresowe z wybranej dziedziny tematycznej dla wielu jednostek terytorialnych (administracyjnych i statystycznych). Retrieved June 01, 2023 from: https://https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/bdl/.
Benek, I. (2015). Architektura domów seniora, a posiadane dyspozycje społeczno-kulturowe ich mieszkańców. Społeczeństwo i Edukacja. Międzynarodowe Studia Humanistyczne, 2, 147-157.
Brecht, S. B. (2002). Analyzing Analysing seniors’ housing Marektsmarkets. Washington: Urban Land Institute.
Central Statistical Office. (2023). Ageing of population. Retrieved 2.6.2023 from https://stat.gov.pl/metainformacje/slownik-pojec/pojecia-stosowane-w-statystyce-publicznej/3938,pojecie.html [access: 2.6.2023].
City of Kalisz. (2023). Kalisz City Council Resolution No. LXX/996/2023 of November 30, 2023, amending the resolution on the adoption of the Sustainable Development Plan for public collective transport of the City of Kalisz. Retrieved 30.11.2023 from https://www.bip.kalisz.pl/uchwaly/2023_70_996.pdf.
Czapiński, J., & Błędowski, P. (20142013). Aktywność społeczna osób starszych w kontekście perspecji Polaków. Diagnoza społeczna 2013. Piaseczno: Drukarnia Braci Grodzickich.
Eurostat. (2023a). Population structure and ageing. Retrieved 1.6.2023 from: https://ec.europa.eu/eurostat/statistics-explained/index.php?title=Population_structure_and_ageing.
Eurostat. (2023b). Population structure indicators at national level. Retrieved 1.6.2023 from: https://ec.europa.eu/eurostat/databrowser/view/demo_pjanind/default/table?lang=en (online data code: demo_pjanind) [access: 1.6.2023].
Eurostat. (2023c). Population structure by major age of groups in European Union. Retrieved 30.11.2023 from: https://ec.europa.eu/eurostat/statistics-explained/index.php?title=Population_structure_and_ageing#The_share_of_elderly_people_continues_to_increase (online data codes: demo_pjanind and proj_19ndbi)
Jancz, A., & Trojanek, R. (2020). Housing preferences of seniors and pre-senior citizens in Poland—A case study. Sustainability, 12(11), 4599. https://doi.org/10.3390/su12114599
Kirejczyk, K., Brzeski, W., & Kozłowski, E. (2015). Budownictwo senioralne w Polsce. Perspektywy rozwoju. REAS, Warszawa.
Kisiała, W., & Rącka, I. (2021). Spatial and statistical analysis of urban poverty for sustainable city development. Sustainability, 13(2), 858. https://doi.org/10.3390/su13020858.
Kisiała, W., Rącka, I., & Suszyńska, K. (2022). Population access to hospital emergency departments: The spatial analysis in public health research. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 19(3), 1437. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph19031437.
Kłobukowska, J. (2014). Polityka mieszkaniowa wobec starzejących się społeczeństw – podstawowe wyzwania, Świat Nieruchomości 3(89), 35-40. https://doi.org/DOI 10.14659/worej.2014.89.06.
Krajewska, M., & Gaca, R. (2007). Preferencje nabywców nieruchomości na wybranych rynkach rodzajowych. Studia i Materiały Towarzystwa Naukowego Nieruchomości, 15(3-4 Rynek nieruchomości-analizy, modelowanie, inwestowanie), 35-42.
Labus, A. M. (2015). Domy międzypokoleniowe odpowiedzią na starzenie się społeczeństwa w XXI wieku. Acta Universitatis Lodziensis. Folia Oeconomica, 4(315), 71-90. https://doi.org/10.18778/0208-6018.315.06
Leszniewski, T. (2022). The Multidimensional Nature of Individuals’ Adaptation Strategies in the Changing Life Circumstances. Analysis Based on Research of Polish Immigrants in Scotland. Kultura i Edukacja, 138(4), 94-113. https://doi.org/10.15804/kie.2022.04.06
SAKO. (2023). Retrieved 4.6.2023 from https://sako-info.pl/.
Statistics Poland. (2023). Retrieved 1.6.2023 from: https://www.stat.gov.pl.
Świąder, M., Szewrański, S., & Kazak, J. (2016). Spatial-temporal diversification of poverty in Wroclaw. Procedia Engineering, 161, 1596-1600. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.proeng.2016.08.632
Tanaś, J. (2012). Kierunki migracji w aglomeracji poznańskiej w latach 1995-2010. Zeszyty Naukowe/Uniwersytet Ekonomiczny w Poznaniu, (245), 171-185.
Trojanek, M. (2009). Preferencje nabywców na pierwotnym rynku mieszkaniowym w Poznaniu. Acta Scientiarum Polonorum Administratio Locorum, 8(1), 5-19.
Trojanek, M., & Rącka, I. (2018). The Influence of the vicinity of a national road on housing prices. Problemy Transportu i Logistyki, 41, 153-162. https://doi.org/10.18276/ptl.2018.41-14.

Authors

Izabela Rącka

Department of Management, University of Kalisz, Ul. Nowy Świat 4, 62-800 Kalisz

i.racka@uniwersytetkaliski.edu.pl (Primary Contact)

Anna Jancz

Department of Microeconomics, Institute of Economics, Poznan University of Economics and Business, al. Niepodległości 10, Poznań 61-875

Rącka, I., & Jancz, A. (2024). Understanding housing preferences and challenges of older adults in Kalisz, Poland. Journal of Sustainable Development of Transport and Logistics, 8(2), 390–405. https://doi.org/10.14254/jsdtl.2023.8-2.30

Download Citation

This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.

Authors retain copyright and grant the journal right of first publication, with the work simultaneously licensed under a CC BY 4.0 License that allows others to share the work with an acknowledgement of the work's authorship and initial publication in this journal.