Suburban Growth
Definition
Suburban growth refers to the rapid expansion of residential areas outside city centers (suburbs) during mid-20th century America.
Analogy
Imagine a tree spreading its roots outwards for nutrients. Similarly, cities spread outwards into suburbs as people sought more space and better living conditions post-World War II.
Related terms
Urbanization: The process by which towns and cities are formed and become larger as more people begin living and working in central areas.
White Flight: A term that originated in the United States, denoting a demographic trend where white people move out of urban areas into suburban areas.
Levittown: Named after its builder William Levitt, these were planned communities built in suburbs across America offering affordable housing options for WWII veterans.
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