Violent Crime Down in NPU-T, Four Years Running
Did you know that the single most effective thing neighborhoods can do to become safer is to foster strong social cohesion and active community engagement?
Studies consistently show that socially connected neighborhoods experience less crime because residents look out for one another and create an environment where crime is less likely to thrive.
A visible, active community presence deters criminal behavior more than passive reliance on police alone!
How Can We Keep Violent Crime in NPU-T Trending Downward?
Let’s Get to Know Each Other!
Have you introduced yourself to everyone on your block? It’s never too late!
Are the NPU-T meetings on your calendar? What about your neighborhood association’s meetings and parties?
Are you tapped into the NPU-T Event Calendar?
Let’s Activate Public Spaces!
Well-lit, well-maintained parks, sidewalks, and streets encourage positive activity and deter crime.
Do you call ATL311 when you see something that needs to be fixed? Or you can use the ATL311 app!Encouraging foot traffic, community events, and street art projects can make an area feel lived-in and less inviting to crime.
These types of events need people-power!
What are YOU doing to support them in our community?
Let’s Advocate for Smart Urban Design & Infrastructure!
Simple fixes like brighter streetlights, clear sightlines, and maintained properties reduce crime by eliminating hiding spots and ensuring good visibility.
Promptly fixing vandalism and cleaning up neglected spaces—sends a signal that the area is watched and cared for.
Join your neighborhood’s beautification committee, or if it doesn’t have one, start one!Are you engaged in the conversations around housing availability and affordability at our neighborhood and NPU-T meetings?
Let’s Engage with Local Law Enforcement—Strategically!
Effective policing works best in partnership with the community.
Regular meetings with beat officers (rather than relying on emergency calls alone) help address root problems rather than just responding to crime.
Remember that not having a place to live isn’t a crime. How are you advocating for positive solutions to this problem?
Did you know that Atlanta’s PAD Program accepts volunteers?
Let’s Invest in Youth & Economic Development!
After-school programs, job training, and mentorship initiatives reduce crime by providing alternatives to gang activity and violence.
There are multiple ways that you can support our area schools. It can be as simple as reading with a child for an hour a week. (To find out how, email secretary@nputatlanta.com)
A safe neighborhood isn’t just about policing—it’s about community power, shared responsibility, and active participation.
The more connected and engaged a neighborhood is, the less opportunity crime has to take root.
Know your neighbors, build relationships, and create a culture where everyone looks out for each other.
That’s the foundation of a safe neighborhood. 🚶♂️🏡💡