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The Safe City

Safety and Urban Development in European Cities

by Leo van den Berg ยท 2006

ISBN: 0754647234 9780754647232

Category: Social Science / Human Geography

Page count: 334

Numerous local authorities are investing in the attractiveness of urban areas hoping to attract new inhabitants and economic activities. Closely related to this attractiveness is the perceived safety. It appears that fear of crime can have an impact on location decisions of urban actors. This book offers case studies on the subject.