Factors That Contribute To Community Park Users' Satisfaction: A Review of Evidence

Abstract

According to the findings of previous studies, personal, social, and physical environmental aspects influence satisfaction with community park use. However, there is a lack of systematic research incorporating the evidence on these factors. This study aims to create a conceptual framework for community park design by applying the principles of satisfaction theory. Based on a thorough literature assessment, this review identifies the characteristics that influence community park users' satisfaction. The Web of Science and CNKI (China National Knowledge Infrastructure) databases were searched to identify relevant publications. Only journal articles about community park satisfaction were included in the study. The literature data analysis results, data collection techniques, and study outcomes were examined. In addition, this paper follows the methodology of the PRISMA statement by summarizing and analyzing all 22 works in the literature, including sample characteristics, data collection, sampling techniques, data analysis, and key findings. The research findings demonstrated that various factors, such as individual, social, physical, and other factors, all contributed to user satisfaction in community parks. The impact of personal factors, including gender, age, and ethnicity, on user satisfaction, exhibited variability. Among the social factors, safety had the highest impact. Nevertheless, physical factors, including park facilities, environmental characteristics, and aesthetics, significantly impacted user satisfaction. To support the evaluation of community park satisfaction. Future research suggests further research into measuring community park satisfaction to establish an effective index system to support the evaluation of community park satisfaction. Overall, the study of factors contributing to community park users' satisfaction is essential for improving the design and management of parks, promoting healthy behaviors and well-being, and creating sustainable and livable urban environments.