The safety of our local communities is a vital element in
the vision for Clyde Waterfront. To ensure safety and
security issues are always taken into consideration,
Strathclyde Police is an advisory member of the Clyde Waterfront
Strategic Partnership Board.
One of the key ways that security can be safeguarded is through
the design and quality of the built environment. Strathclyde
Police offer a free Architectural Liaison service.
Specially trained officers are available to offer advice on
'designing out crime' and can be consulted throughout the
development process.
Developments that adhere to the recommendations made by these
officers are eligible for a prestigious 'Secured by Design' award,
which demonstrates to residents and businesses that police approved
standards in safety and security have been achieved. Several
developments have already achieved Secured by Design
accreditation.
A recent evaluation carried out by Caledonian Environment
Centre showed that a door and window installation programme in
Glasgow had a major impact on crime. Total housebreaking crime
decreased by 26% in the SBD‐Area while attempted housebreaking
decreased by 59% and theft by housebreaking decreased by 18%. All
three decreases proved to be statistically significant.
Secured by Design
Evaluation