The Demographic Challenge Analyzed Through Ageing Indices in Extremadura and Andalusia (Spain) with Cluster Mapping Tools
This study examines the demographic dynamics of Extremadura and Andalusia, two autonomous communities in southern Spain characterized by low income levels and marked territorial differences in terms of ageing and depopulation. Based on the observation of growing demographic pressure associated with...
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| author | José-Manuel Sánchez-Martín José-Luis Gurría-Gascón Juan-Ignacio Rengifo-Gallego |
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| description | This study examines the demographic dynamics of Extremadura and Andalusia, two autonomous communities in southern Spain characterized by low income levels and marked territorial differences in terms of ageing and depopulation. Based on the observation of growing demographic pressure associated with low birth rates and emigration to more economically dynamic areas, a methodological approach based on spatial analysis techniques is proposed. In particular, the ageing index and demographic dependency ratio indicators are used, applying tools such as Hot Spot Analysis and Cluster and Outlier Analysis to identify significant spatial patterns and outliers. The results show a high concentration of ageing and dependency in provinces such as Cáceres and Almería, suggesting greater demographic vulnerability. In contrast, urban areas such as Seville and Granada, as well as the Guadalquivir depression, show more favorable indicators, reflecting greater resilience. Likewise, municipalities with demographic behavior that is anomalous with respect to their surroundings are detected, which raises the need for micro-territorial studies aimed at understanding these exceptions and designing more effective public policies adapted to the local context. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-5d08b93db00c4a2db8dc75b3c94a1c592025-06-25T14:04:10ZengMDPI AGLand2073-445X2025-05-01146112910.3390/land14061129The Demographic Challenge Analyzed Through Ageing Indices in Extremadura and Andalusia (Spain) with Cluster Mapping ToolsJosé-Manuel Sánchez-Martín0José-Luis Gurría-Gascón1Juan-Ignacio Rengifo-Gallego2Faculty of Business, Finance and Tourism, University of Extremadura, 10071 Cáceres, SpainFaculty of Philosophy and Letters, University of Extremadura, 10003 Cáceres, SpainFaculty of Philosophy and Letters, University of Extremadura, 10003 Cáceres, SpainThis study examines the demographic dynamics of Extremadura and Andalusia, two autonomous communities in southern Spain characterized by low income levels and marked territorial differences in terms of ageing and depopulation. Based on the observation of growing demographic pressure associated with low birth rates and emigration to more economically dynamic areas, a methodological approach based on spatial analysis techniques is proposed. In particular, the ageing index and demographic dependency ratio indicators are used, applying tools such as Hot Spot Analysis and Cluster and Outlier Analysis to identify significant spatial patterns and outliers. The results show a high concentration of ageing and dependency in provinces such as Cáceres and Almería, suggesting greater demographic vulnerability. In contrast, urban areas such as Seville and Granada, as well as the Guadalquivir depression, show more favorable indicators, reflecting greater resilience. Likewise, municipalities with demographic behavior that is anomalous with respect to their surroundings are detected, which raises the need for micro-territorial studies aimed at understanding these exceptions and designing more effective public policies adapted to the local context.https://www.mdpi.com/2073-445X/14/6/1129demographic challengedepopulationageingmapping clustershot spot analysiscluster and outlier analysis |
| spellingShingle | José-Manuel Sánchez-Martín José-Luis Gurría-Gascón Juan-Ignacio Rengifo-Gallego The Demographic Challenge Analyzed Through Ageing Indices in Extremadura and Andalusia (Spain) with Cluster Mapping Tools Land demographic challenge depopulation ageing mapping clusters hot spot analysis cluster and outlier analysis |
| title | The Demographic Challenge Analyzed Through Ageing Indices in Extremadura and Andalusia (Spain) with Cluster Mapping Tools |
| title_full | The Demographic Challenge Analyzed Through Ageing Indices in Extremadura and Andalusia (Spain) with Cluster Mapping Tools |
| title_fullStr | The Demographic Challenge Analyzed Through Ageing Indices in Extremadura and Andalusia (Spain) with Cluster Mapping Tools |
| title_full_unstemmed | The Demographic Challenge Analyzed Through Ageing Indices in Extremadura and Andalusia (Spain) with Cluster Mapping Tools |
| title_short | The Demographic Challenge Analyzed Through Ageing Indices in Extremadura and Andalusia (Spain) with Cluster Mapping Tools |
| title_sort | demographic challenge analyzed through ageing indices in extremadura and andalusia spain with cluster mapping tools |
| topic | demographic challenge depopulation ageing mapping clusters hot spot analysis cluster and outlier analysis |
| url | https://www.mdpi.com/2073-445X/14/6/1129 |
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