Low-income populations, slums, and squatter settlements are often found in urban areas, particularly in what is referred to as the "periphery" or "informal" zones of cities. These areas typically exist on the outskirts of urban areas, where housing is often informal or unregulated.
In many cities, you may find these settlements in:
- Urban Periphery: The outskirts of cities where land is cheaper and often undeveloped.
- Informal Settlements: Areas where residents build homes without official permits, often lacking basic services like sanitation and running water.
- Redevelopment Zones: Areas internally within the city that are being redeveloped, where existing low-income residents may be displaced but where they might also establish squatter settlements.
Each city has its own dynamics, and these populations may also be found within the inner city in some cases, especially in older housing stock or areas undergoing economic decline. The specific zoning of low-income areas can vary greatly depending on the local economic conditions and urban planning policies.