Proximity (noun)

The fact or condition of being near or close to something.

Origin:

Late middle english: from latin proximitas, from proximus "nearest".

Examples:

1. The proximity of the fire station gave the residents a sense of security.
2. The scientist studied the proximity of the planet to its sun.
3. She felt a sense of comfort in his proximity.
4. The proximity of the two countries made trade between them easy.
5. The proximity of the shopping center made it convenient for her to run errands.