Relevance/rationale of the indicator (resp. why the indicator was chosen to measure the target and how it is suitable for these purposes) |
Perception of safety affects the way in which human beings interact with their surroundings, their health, and consequently, their quality of life. Fear of crime is an important indicator in itself as high levels of fear can negatively influence well-being and lead to reduced contacts with the public, reduced trust and engagement in the community, and thus represent an obstacle to development. Fear of crime also differs across demographic groups and this indicator helps to identify vulnerable groups. |
Target value of the indicator and its evaluation |
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Definition |
This indicator refers to the proportion of the adult population who feel safe walking alone in their neighbourhood after dark. |
Measuring unit |
% |
Indicator disaggregation |
By sex and age |
Reference period (resp. the period to which the indicator relates) |
Year |
Related geographical area |
CZ (NUTS 0) |
Comment |
N = number of respondents
The proportion of men and women in each survey is approximately 50:50.
For the years 2005, 2007, 2008, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2022 the result is not statistically significant (p > 0,05).
The result is not statistically significant in 2017, 2021 and 2022 for values disaggregated by age (p> 0,05).
Asked question: "Please tell me, do you feel safe a) in our republic in general, b) in your place of residence?"
The indicator evaluates the population 18+, does not define the activity (walking/stroll/other), does not evaluate whether the individual is alone, or whether it is after dark.
Data are not available for the years 2011 and 2020, as the question was not asked in the respective surveys. |