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unit 4 3.2

Describe the Contribution of Agencies to Achieving Social Control

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How can the built environment influence crime? By creating or reducing opportunities for offending.
Which agencies design crime ‘out’ of areas? Architects, builders, town planners and local councils.
What is defensible space? Areas where residents feel ownership and control, discouraging crime.
What are indefensible spaces? Anonymous areas like stairwells and walkways that feel unowned.
What is territoriality? Design encouraging residents to feel ownership over space.
Give an example of territorial design. Cul‑de‑sacs that signal private, resident‑controlled space.
What is natural surveillance? Design allowing residents to observe activity easily.
Give two examples of natural surveillance. Street‑level windows and visible entrance lobbies.
Why do high‑rise blocks reduce surveillance? They often have concealed entrances.
What is meant by a ‘safe image’? An area appearing well cared for and community‑focused.
How does stigma increase crime risk? Offenders target areas seen as neglected.
What is a safe location? Neighbourhoods surrounded by low‑crime areas.
What does CPTED stand for? Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design.
What is the main idea of CPTED? Changing environments reduces criminal opportunities.
Which three design features encouraged crime in blocks of flats in London? Anonymity, lack of surveillance and easy escape.
What is Secured by Design? A scheme promoting crime‑resistant housing.
What are gated lanes? Lockable gates blocking access to alleyways.
What crimes do gated lanes reduce? Burglary, antisocial behaviour and fly‑tipping.
Why may gated lanes fail? Insiders can still commit crime.
What is the Panopticon? prison design where inmates believe they are always watched.
What does ASBO stand for? Anti‑Social Behaviour Order.
Why were ASBOs controversial? Breaches led to imprisonment.
How do labelling theorists view ASBOs? They create self‑fulfilling prophecies.
What punishments exist for breaking prison rules? Loss of privileges or extra sentence days.
What is phased discipline? Increasing sanctions for repeated offences.
Why is social control never complete? Limited resources and social change.
Roughly what percentage of crime is reported? About 40%.
What issue does social media raise for social control? Regulating harmful content.
How have Germany and Australia responded? Laws requiring removal of illegal content with heavy penalties.
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