Factors of fear of crime in parks

through analysis of complaints about parks administration

Abstract

Though parks are important public facilities, there are cases where they have become factors of fear. Compared with those about buildings such as houses, measures to tackle crimes about parks are behind. We analyze 1734 complaints about parks administration in Itabashi Ward (Tokyo), and suggested some idea in view of fear of crime. In conclusion, we suggested that they should enhance security coping with the complaints and act in conjunction with police and schools. To give actual examples, making manual to enhance security and using it when they cope with the complaints, quick response to vandalism by residents, and education about security to residents groups are effective.