The Great Suburbanization

The Great Suburbanization refers to the rapid growth of suburbs—residential areas outside of cities—mainly from the mid-20th century onward. This shift was driven by factors like increased automobile ownership, affordable housing, and the desire for more space, prompting many people to move out of crowded urban centers. Suburbanization changed the landscape, economy, and social patterns, leading to sprawling neighborhoods with new schools, shopping centers, and roads. While it offered more housing and a quieter environment, it also contributed to issues like urban sprawl, longer commutes, and changes in community dynamics.