Disciplinary Evolution, Knowledge Structure and Research Frontiers of Housing Satisfaction Research: A Bibliometric Study Using CiteSpace

Abstract

While contributing to the advancements in this research field, the rapid increase in housing satisfaction research also poses challenges such as information overload and screening difficulties. When the user is limited by ability or energy, a biased entry point may be determined as a result. Utilizing bibliometric analysis method and CiteSpace software to examine articles in the Web of Science database, this paper comprehensively explores the evolution process, main research topics, key content, and current research hotspots in housing satisfaction research. The aim is to assist researchers, real estate practitioners and decision-makers in quickly and systematically grasping the evolution process, knowledge structure and development trend of housing satisfaction research topics. Results indicate that housing satisfaction is a comprehensive interdisciplinary topic with core content focused on analysing influencing factors across different types of housing and regions; exploring methods for studying these factors; and predicting behaviour based on results obtained. Currently, there is diversified distribution among areas of focus within this field; "mathematics, systems, mathematical" are a popular subject area, while structural equation modelling and social sustainability are hot topics. Future research endeavours can further explore the application of digital technology in studying housing satisfaction while considering the imperative of societal sustainability.