Many people perceived crime as common and feared for their own safety despite the evidence of a relatively low risk of actual victimisation. The fear of crime had a material effect on the quality of some citizens lives particularly older people and some women. Between one quarter and one third took precautions when they went out at night, such as avoiding certain areas and places, not going out alone or making special transport arrangements. Around half of those who do not visit the city centre, car parks and common, said they did not do so, at least in part, because they would not feel safe. Such findings are not unique to Southampton and similar worries exist in other parts of the country.
Parents worry about their children.
Once again, the city Safety Audit provides details. Road Accidents Southampton compares favourably with national figures for fatal and serious road accidents. The city Safety Audit shows road accident rates in different parts of the city. Accidents in the Home or Public Places - There is no reliable information source that enables the city to know how many accidents are occurring to its citizens, where they occurred, and what form they take. Currently health data recording systems are being reviewed as part of initiatives designed to prevent such accidents.