Crimemapping Use in Transportation – Part 2
July 1, 2009
The British Transport Police have an innovative site that will show you where crime is occurring on the rail network at a local level across Britain. The police department’s objective is to keep the railway network is a safe and secure environment. They work closely with train operating companies using GIS to prevent crime and disorder and create an environment where passengers feel safe. Since 2005, reported crime on the railway network has reduced by more than 20 per cent.
It’s easy to find your local crime statistics. Just select your region on the map and use the local map to find your station, or use the search box and type in the station name. Choose the type of crime that you want to know more about and filter your search by total number of crimes or crimes per 100,000 passenger journeys. Select whether you want to view crimes recorded at the station or onboard a train. Onboard crime happens along the route of the train but is often reported at end of line stations meaning figures could be higher at those station locations.
For more information, please visit this site.
