Environmental criminology

Hello there kiddo! Today we're going to talk about something called "environmental criminology" which is a big long word for how people and places can affect whether or not a crime happens.

You know how sometimes you might feel more scared or uncomfortable in certain places? Maybe you've been to a dark alleyway and it just didn't feel safe? That's kind of what environmental criminology is all about.

Experts who study environmental criminology look at how things like the design of buildings, parks or streets might make it easier or harder for someone to commit a crime. They also look at how the people in an area might influence whether someone decides to do something bad or not.

For example, a well-lit street with lots of people walking around might make someone think twice before trying to steal something, because they're more likely to get caught. In contrast, a dark alleyway with nobody around might make someone feel like they can get away with it.

Overall, environmental criminology is about figuring out what conditions make it more likely for someone to commit a crime, so we can try to prevent it from happening. This helps people feel safer and live in communities where everyone can thrive.