Neighbourhood Principle

The Neighbourhood Principle states that similar things tend to be found close together in space or time. In geography or social sciences, this means that areas near each other usually share common characteristics, like culture, economics, or environment. It's based on the observation that patterns often emerge locally, so understanding a neighborhood’s traits can give insights about its surroundings. This principle helps researchers analyze spatial relationships and shows that proximity often influences similarity, community dynamics, and behaviors within a specific area.