ABSTRACT
This chapter discusses spatial analysis and modelling. Spatial analysis and modelling can also be referred to as spatial data analysis or spatial analysis modelling. Some organisations also use the term ‘geospatial analysis’ when referring to spatial analysis. Spatial analysis and modelling involve the exploration of, and interaction with, spatial data, maps, tables, charts, graphs and multimedia. R. Haining aims his book at those interested in scientific and policy-related research, with chapters divided into five sections: the context for spatial data analysis, spatial data: obtaining data and quality issues, the exploratory analysis of spatial data, hypothesis testing and autocorrelation and modelling spatial data. C. Lloyd provides a practical guide for those interested in finding out more about specific techniques for analysing spatial data, covering issues such as key concepts, combining data layers, network analysis, exploring spatial point patterns, exploring data patterning in data values and spatial interpolation.
