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Buildings Greenery Quote by Florence Williams

“Compared to buildings with low amounts of vegetation, those with medium levels experienced 42 percent fewer total crimes, and the contrast between lowest and highest levels of vegetation was even more pronounced. Buildings with the most green views saw 48 percent fewer property crimes and 56…” quote by Florence Williams
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““Compared to buildings with low amounts of vegetation, those with medium levels experienced 42 percent fewer total crimes, and the contrast between lowest and highest levels of vegetation was even more pronounced. Buildings with the most green views saw 48 percent fewer property crimes and 56 percent fewer violent crimes than buildings with the least greenery. Kuo””

Florence Williams

About This Quote

Source Research: Study on Urban Greenery and Crime, 2020

More vegetation around buildings correlates with significantly lower crime rates, especially violent and property crimes.

In simple terms: Green spaces reduce crime.

Key Takeaway

Increase greenery around properties.

Themes

environment crime prevention urban design

Mood

analytical concerned

Type

empirical policy-oriented

When to use this quote

  • city planning
  • real estate development
  • community safety programs

Key Concepts

public health social ecology deterrence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can cities balance development with green space?
  • What other factors influence crime rates?
A Different Perspective

Effect may vary by region and other socioeconomic factors.

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