Identifying micro-spatial and temporal patterns of violent crime and disorder in the British city centre

Using variables recorded by the police on when and where violent crime and disorder occur, the paper emphasizes the value of using a combination of different types of micro-spatial information in identifying patterns of violence. Evidence from Cardiff and Worcester shows primary clusters at night in...

Full description

Saved in:
Bibliographic Details
Published inApplied geography (Sevenoaks) Vol. 21; no. 3; pp. 249 - 274
Main Authors Nelson, A.L, Bromley, R.D.F, Thomas, C.J
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Elsevier Ltd 01.07.2001
Subjects
Alcohol consumption
City centre
Fear of crime
GIS
Police records
Violent crime
Alcohol consumption
GIS
Violent crime
Police records
City centre
Fear of crime
Online AccessGet full text

Cover

More Information
Summary:Using variables recorded by the police on when and where violent crime and disorder occur, the paper emphasizes the value of using a combination of different types of micro-spatial information in identifying patterns of violence. Evidence from Cardiff and Worcester shows primary clusters at night in the pub/club leisure zones; and secondary clusters during the shopping day in major retail streets. Disorder data also reveal subsidiary afternoon clusters near licensed premises, and a late-night confluence flashpoint at a node of pedestrian activity. Police geographical information systems should incorporate precise spatial and temporal variables to enhance our understanding of violent crime, to facilitate targeted policing and to assist in creating safer city centres.
ISSN:0143-6228
1873-7730
DOI:10.1016/S0143-6228(01)00008-X