LIVING WITH CRIME: Does crime affect victims’ perceived quality of life?

Authors

  • Valerie Møller Rhodes University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.17159/2413-3108/2004/i9a1032

Keywords:

crime, perceptions, victims, South Africa, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan

Abstract

Crime is thought to be a major concern that shapes the everyday lives of South Africans. But what impact does living with high levels of crime have on the mindset of ordinary citizens? A recent household crime victimisation study conducted in the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan Municipality provides tentative answers to this question.

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Published

03/08/2006

Issue

Section

Research articles

How to Cite

Møller, V. (2006). LIVING WITH CRIME: Does crime affect victims’ perceived quality of life?. South African Crime Quarterly, 9. https://doi.org/10.17159/2413-3108/2004/i9a1032