Crime-Safety Perceptions Among Visitors to an Urban Tourism District: The Case of Brick Lane, East London
Journal: Dialnet (Universidad de la Rioja)
Year: 2025

Urban destinations often contend with reputational challenges related to crime and safety, which can influence tourist behaviour and destination image. Brick Lane, located in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets in East London in the UK, is regarded as a popular destination among domestic (UK) and international tourists. In recent years, the street, which is lined with cafés, restaurants, vintage clothing shops, and famous ‘curry houses’, has become increasingly popular due to its ‘trendy’ and ‘h