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Perceptions of Safety and Social Interaction in Urban Neighborhoods

Title
Perceptions of Safety and Social Interaction in Urban Neighborhoods
Creator
Dhanya, K.A.; Awasthi, Anita; Bordoloi, Deeksha; Singh, Sandeep Kumar; Agarwal, Tamanna; Dey, Debasri
Description
This study aims to understand the patterns of safety and social relations in residential areas of cities with special reference to Delhi. Qualitative data from the interviews and focus group discussions are combined with quantitative data collected from the survey questionnaire. This paper aims to establish the factors that affect residents perception of safety such as urban design features, engagement activities, and social capital. The study emphasizes the importance of lit streets, accessible greens, and pedestrian infrastructure in improving safety perceptions and social inclusion. Neighborhood watch and other cultural activities surface as vital in the promotion of trust and responsibility among people in the community. This paper also reveals how social networks and community resilience influence the dynamics of neighborhoods. Suggested strategies for the improvement of urban planning are the incorporation of the residents opinions into the design process, financing of public areas, and backing of projects that enhance social connections. By so doing, cities can foster an environment within which people feel secure, valued, and able to play an active part in the development of the citys fabric. 2025, Green Publication. All rights reserved.
Source
Journal of Applied Bioanalysis;Volume;11;Issue;2;pp.70-77
Date
01-01-2025
Publisher
Green Publication
Subject
Community Engagement; Safety Perceptions; Social Capital; Social Interaction; Urban Neighborhoods
Coverage
Dhanya K.A., Christ University, Bangalore, India; Awasthi A., School of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences, CSJMU, Kanpur, India; Bordoloi D., Department of Political Science, Assam Women's University, India; Singh S.K., School of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences, CSJMU, Kanpur, India; Agarwal T., Jaypee University of Engineering and Technology, Madhya Pradesh, Guna, India; Dey D., Department of Management, Brainware University, West Bengal, India
Rights
All Open Access; Gold Open Access
Relation
ISSN: 2405710X;
Format
online
Language
English
Type
Article

Citation

Dhanya, K.A.; Awasthi, Anita; Bordoloi, Deeksha; Singh, Sandeep Kumar; Agarwal, Tamanna; Dey, Debasri, “Perceptions of Safety and Social Interaction in Urban Neighborhoods,” CHRIST (Deemed To Be University) Institutional Repository, accessed June 19, 2026, https://archives.christuniversity.in/items/show/23677.

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