The Effect Of Traffic Congestion On Quality Of Community Life

Abstract

Traffic congestion is one of the most vexing urban issues. Population growth together with a great demand of transportation indirectly contribute to the increasing number of vehicles on the road that will eventually cause traffic congestion. This situation is having a considerable effect on the quality of community life in major cities, and Seri Kembangan is also not an exception. Therefore, this study attempts to determine the extent that the traffic congestion could obtain in affecting the quality of community life through daily routines and lifestyle. The study adopted on site survey strategy as a primary data through a sampling of 382 respondents. Data were collected through a valid and reliable questionnaire, consisting of four (4) sections: demographic information, mobility (opinion on traffic jam), daily routines, and lifestyle. Collected data sets were analysed using statistical analysis. The results from the analysis indicated that the traffic congestion had caused poor quality of community life. A significantly positive correlation was observed between traffic congestion and quality of community life (r=.589, p .05). Daily routines were mainly affected by traffic congestion rather than the community lifestyle. This study also recommends the traffic planning and policy that should be given attention in order to improve the transportation system as well as to create better quality of community life.