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This project uses spatio-temporal data from London to identify factors linked to fear of crime during daily journeys.
This project builds on current trends in Fear of Crime (FOC) research. It focuses on capturing more accurate accounts of the daily experiences of FOC and perceptions of safety in the environment. The aim is to gather information about people’s perceptions of safety during daily commutes. This is done using mobile phone applications to log GPS coordinates. The apps also collect qualitative data about these recorded locations.
This data may be enhanced with the quantitative coding of built environment features. Sensor data, such as readings from a mobile Galvanic Skin Response armband, can also be included. This project can lead to a more holistic understanding of FOC and its links with the built environment. It also explores the potential applications of this approach to other social science problems.