Baku citizens outline their primary concerns with personal security
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01.01.2023
Ominiki.survey studied the level of trust the residents of Baku have in their mayor and their opinion on the city's security.
Residents of Azerbaijan's capital are experiencing an increasing need for trust in the authorities and are aspiring to enhance the level of security. In this study, you will learn how people view the city mayor, his actions in office, and the general state of affairs in Baku.
The survey was conducted from December 19 to December 29, 2022, and involved 1,200 participants. The study contains key statistical data that will help analyze the situation in the capital.
Residents of Azerbaijan's capital are experiencing an increasing need for trust in the authorities and are aspiring to enhance the level of security. In this study, you will learn how people view the city mayor, his actions in office, and the general state of affairs in Baku.
The survey was conducted from December 19 to December 29, 2022, and involved 1,200 participants. The study contains key statistical data that will help analyze the situation in the capital.
Do the residents of Baku trust their mayor?
According to the collected data, about 25% of respondents express a positive level of trust. However, the majority of the residents still do not trust the mayor – such is the case for 38%. Additionally, a portion of the respondents are undecided on this issue (38%).
The level of trust of citizens in the Mayor of Baku
City of Baku Residents' Opinion on Their Current Situation
Let's examine how people assess the overall situation in Baku. Approximately 14% of respondents generally see positive development in the city. However, the rest, 39%, are dissatisfied with the situation in the capital.
Citizens' trust level regarding the city's situation
Further delving into the topic, respondents were asked about the most pressing issues in Baku today. The residents highlighted several key concerns:
These aspects are noted by most city dwellers. The resolution of these issues will likely impact the trust level in the mayor and other senior authorities.
- Standard of living – 57%;
- Transportation problems – 52%;
- Utilities issues – 34%;
- Education – 31%.
These aspects are noted by most city dwellers. The resolution of these issues will likely impact the trust level in the mayor and other senior authorities.
List of primary concerns of Baku residents
Do city residents feel safe?
Regarding this factor, 27% notice improvements. The number of those who believe life in the city is not improving is significantly lower. Please refer to the chart:
Citizens' assessment of the city's situation
To fully assess the situation, Omniki.survey enquired the respondents about their biggest concerns in the city of Baku. The responses were as follows:
Thus, due to the aforementioned reasons, residents cannot feel completely safe in their city. Other concerns troubling citizens are listed in the chart below:
- Bribes, corruption – 35%;
- Internet and bank card fraud – 23%;
- Traffic accidents caused by another driver – 22%.
Thus, due to the aforementioned reasons, residents cannot feel completely safe in their city. Other concerns troubling citizens are listed in the chart below:
Citizens’ personal security concerns
Conclusions
From the conducted study, it is evident that only a quarter of respondents express positive trust in the city head, while 38% do not trust the politician, and another 38% find it difficult to answer.
Regarding the overall situation in the city, only 14% see positive dynamics, whereas 39% of citizens are dissatisfied with the current situation, especially among people over 65 years old and women. The most pressing issues identified by residents include the standard of living (57%), transportation problems (52%), utilities issues (34%), and education (31%). Addressing these issues could positively influence the overall trust level in the mayor and city authorities.
Regarding the overall situation in the city, only 14% see positive dynamics, whereas 39% of citizens are dissatisfied with the current situation, especially among people over 65 years old and women. The most pressing issues identified by residents include the standard of living (57%), transportation problems (52%), utilities issues (34%), and education (31%). Addressing these issues could positively influence the overall trust level in the mayor and city authorities.
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