Area differences in offending

Recorded crime figures and victimisation surveys show higher crime rates in inner-city areas and poor council estates (see the British Crime Survey: Home Office Statistical Bulletin) 

Flood et al's analysis of the 1998/99 Youth Lifestyles Survey revealed a relationship between the type of area lived in and persistent and serious offending. Twice the proportion of men aged 12-30 living in inner-city areas were persistent or serious offenders as in rural areas. See figure below:

Area differences in offending (males only)

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Flood-Page, C., Campbell, S., Harrington, V. & Miller, J. (2000) Youth Crime: Findings from the 1998/99 Youth Lifestyles Survey.  Home Office Research Study 209.  Home Office: London.
http://www.homeoffice.gov.uk/rds/pdfs/hors209.pdf