This paper is based on the data of application materials for Chinese Historic and Cultural Areas(first roll).Through data organization and selection,two sample databases are established(namely the overall sample database and the selected sample database).The authors analyzes each index through quantitative research method and qualitative research method,by which reviews are drawn for the overall conditions of historic and cultural areas,and the lately designated Chinese Historic and Cultural Areas(first roll).Based on data analysis and the overall survey of China’s historic cities in 2011,several policy suggestions are brought forward to improve the protection of historic areas in the future.