Communities and Crime
Review and Prospects of Social-Survey Studies in Japan and Abroad
2020 Volume 45 Pages 27-45
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2020 Volume 45 Pages 27-45
This study aims to discuss the current status and prospects of social surveys on communities and crime in Japan. First, the author reviewed communities and crime research in six cities in Australia, China, South Korea, and the United States in terms of theoretical background, sampling method, and types of statistical analysis. Second, 24 empirical studies in Japan since 1970 were also coded in the same manner. Based on a comparison between Japan and abroad, the author argued about sample size, sampling design, and analytical methods of Japanese surveys for improvement. Finally, the author discusses future prospects including the use of open data and collaboration between police and academia.
