Strengths of Victim Surveys: Accuracy Flashcards
1
Q
What is a strength of Victim Surveys in terms of Accuracy?
A
They provide a more accurate view of who is affected by crime
2
Q
Name a study which focuses on who is affected by crime in a specific area
A
Islington Crime Survey
3
Q
What did the Islington Crime Survey uncover?
A
That people’s lives were affected by crime
4
Q
Who conducted the Islington Crime Survey?
A
Young et al
5
Q
What percentage of women feared crime to the extent where it stopped them from going out after dark in the Islington Crime Survey?
A
50%
6
Q
How many more times likely were individuals to be burgled in Islington compared to the national average?
A
5 times more likely
