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In UK Study, the Risk of Certain Types of Crime, but Not Others, Increase After Dark

  • University of Sheffield researchers analyzed 34,618 crimes from 2010 to 2019 in South Yorkshire to study crime risk after dark.
  • The study sought to examine how the likelihood of crime varies during daytime compared to nighttime, while also exploring the potential impact of street lighting on reducing criminal activity after dark.
  • The study found that certain crimes—specifically break-ins, property damage, robberies targeting individuals, thefts involving bicycles, and offenses related to vehicles—were notably more frequent after dark, whereas the incidence of other crime types remained unchanged.
  • Dr. Jim Uttley noted that while many believe street lighting can lower crime rates, the research does not provide clear evidence to confirm this idea.
  • The research concluded that darkness affects crime risk and varies by crime type and neighborhood, suggesting further work on optimizing street lighting benefits.
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Science proves crime really does rise when darkness falls

The overall risk of crime rises when darkness falls - but that risk varies depending on the type of crime and geographical area.

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Phys.org broke the news in United Kingdom on Wednesday, June 25, 2025.
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