Situational Crime Prevention

The video discusses the evolution of health and crime prevention, emphasizing situational crime prevention strategies like CCTV and improved street lighting. A study by Dr. Kate Painter in Stoke-on-Trent examined the impact of enhanced street lighting on crime rates, revealing a significant reduction in crime and fear of crime. The study also addressed the criticism of crime displacement, finding instead a diffusion of benefits to surrounding areas. Despite these positive outcomes, the video concludes that situational crime prevention is not a complete solution to crime.

What is the primary focus of situational crime prevention?

• Understanding the motivations behind crime

• Analyzing the social causes of crime

• Reducing opportunities and increasing risks for offenders

• Providing rehabilitation for offenders

When did situational crime prevention gain popularity in the Home Office?

• 1960s

• 1990s

• 1980s

• 1970s

What was the main objective of Dr. Kate Painter's study in Stoke-on-Trent?

• To compare different types of street lights

• To reduce the cost of street lighting

• To investigate the impact of street lighting on crime rates

• To increase the number of street lights

Which type of lighting was introduced in the experimental area during the study?

• Low-pressure sodium lighting

• High-pressure sodium lighting

• LED lighting

• Fluorescent lighting

What was the overall reduction in crime in the experimental area after the study?

• 15%

• 10%

• 33%

• 26%

What is a common criticism of situational crime prevention?

• It increases crime in the area

• It is too expensive to implement

• It only displaces crime to other areas

• It has no effect on crime rates

What unexpected outcome did the researchers observe in the surrounding areas?

• A diffusion of benefits with reduced crime

• A rise in fear of crime

• No change in crime rates

• An increase in crime