%0 Journal Article
%T Spatial Distribution and Statistical Analysis of Services in Kuwait’s Coastal Regions: A 2020 Perspective
%A Abdulhamid Alsaffar
%J World Journal of Environmental Biosciences
%@ 2277-8047
%D 2025
%V 14
%N 1
%R 10.51847/NfKwmuMXn6
%P 37-43
%X This study explores how population and essential public services are distributed across Kuwait’s coastal governorates—Capital, Hawalli, Ahmadi, Mubarak Al-Kabeer, and Jahra—using data from 2020. By applying Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and spatial statistical methods, the research examines how accessible residential, educational, and healthcare facilities are in relation to where people live. Tools such as Moran’s I, standard distance, and buffer zone analysis help identify areas where services are concentrated and others where access is limited. The analysis shows that more than 3 million people live in these coastal areas, with the majority clustered in urban centers like Capital and Hawalli, where service networks are more developed. In contrast, outlying regions such as Ahmadi and Jahra face noticeable gaps in access—especially to hospitals, schools, and housing infrastructure. Field surveys and spatial data confirm that many residents live beyond ideal service ranges, highlighting both overcrowded and underserved zones. This imbalance between urban growth and service distribution raises important concerns about fairness and effective planning. The findings provide practical guidance for policymakers aiming to improve service coverage, close regional gaps, and support more balanced and sustainable development across Kuwait’s expanding coastal cities.
%U https://environmentaljournals.org/article/spatial-distribution-and-statistical-analysis-of-services-in-kuwaits-coastal-regions-a-2020-perspe-tkzbcbztcu8wcmf