Issues with the application of CPTED in urban development: a case of City X, Malaysia

Rajadurai, Shamir and Ah, Siti Hajar Abu Bakar and Zainol, Rosilawati and Azman, Zaiton and Rajadurai, Mitra Manisha (2023) Issues with the application of CPTED in urban development: a case of City X, Malaysia. Security Journal, 36 (3). pp. 558-588. ISSN 0955-1662, DOI https://doi.org/10.1057/s41284-022-00353-2.

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Abstract

As safety and security are essential for creating successful sustainable communities and urban planning, it is important for proper planning of safety and security measures to be implemented to reduce crime in a city. Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED) strategies are used in many advanced states to safeguard community members from criminal activities. This paper identifies issues relating to the application of CPTED in City X which is an urbanized city in Malaysia, several issues which were identified relate to the lack of police involvement with the community, lack of lighting, and the lack of CCTV and its proper maintenance. In addition, the paper discusses recommendations to enhance the application of CPTED in City X. It concludes that CPTED strategies which are well designed contribute to reducing crime, costs and, in turn, creates positive community engagements and increases quality of life for residents, making the city more livable. Addressing these issues deliver long-term social and economic benefits to the community.

Item Type: Article
Funders: UNSPECIFIED
Uncontrolled Keywords: Crime prevention through environmental design; Urban planning; Community building; Safe and sustainable cities; Safe urban development
Subjects: H Social Sciences > H Social Sciences (General)
Divisions: Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences > Department of Social Administration & Justice
Faculty of Built Environment
Depositing User: Ms. Juhaida Abd Rahim
Date Deposited: 30 Oct 2025 06:51
Last Modified: 30 Oct 2025 06:51
URI: http://eprints.um.edu.my/id/eprint/50040

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