CPTED

(CRIME PREVENTION THROUGH ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN)

The Principles of CPTED

There are 5 Principles of CPTED:

  •   NATURAL ACCESS CONTROL - Physical and/or symbolic barriers to deter unauthorized access.

  •   NATURAL SURVEILLANCE - Used to promote natural viewing of areas. ‘See & be Seen’

  •   TERRITORIALITY - Using buildings, fences, pavement, signs, landscaping and more to express Ownership.

  •   ACTIVITY SUPPORT - Placing the right ‘activities’ in the right places. Increasing visual surveillance.

  •   MAINTENANCE - Ensuring the upkeep and functionality of all aspects of the property.

CPTED works by eliminating/reducing criminal opportunities around your property. This can result in your property being a less appealing target for Criminals

Some of the Criminal Conduct that CPTED addresses

  • Illicit Drug Dealing

  • Residential Burglary

  • Assault & Battery

  • Robbery

  • Vehicle Theft

  • Vehicle Burglary

  • Sexual Battery

  • Criminal Mischief / Vandalism

  • Illicit Drug Use / Possession

  • Trespassing / Stalking

  • Child Abduction / Kidnapping

  • Lewd & Lascivious Conduct