Crime rate, in most countries, is often higher in urban areas than in rural areas. Why do you think that is?

Crime

rates in most countries markedly vary among different areas, which suggests different approaches in dealing with

crime

. Given that

crime rate

Suggestion

the crime rate

is higher in metropolitan areas than it is in rural ones, identifying the reasons behind

this

pattern is key to finding the solutions. There are a number of reasons why

this

pattern exists.

First

, since urban areas are more ethnically diverse than rural ones, the likelihood of conflict leading to

crime

among people with different values and belief systems is higher.

For example

, the greater lack of familiarity and mutual understanding among individuals in urban areas can feasibly get people into unnecessary fights, which potentially leads to

crime

.

Second

, since metropolitan areas are more densely populated, citizens have to compete for limited opportunities and scarce resources, leaving other individuals’ life at stake.

This

means that those who cannot compete with the other few successful would have a higher tendency to commit crimes, even petty ones, just to make a living.

However

, there

are

Suggestion

is

a great deal of solutions to diminish

crime

, in either big cities or rural areas.

First

, enforcing stricter punishments would act as a deterrent against the motivation to commit

crime

. Realizing that the costs of breaking a law were higher, every potential criminal would think twice.

Second

, since many offences can be traced back to the lack of understanding among people from different backgrounds, local officials should organize more

sociocultural

activities and gatherings to improve mutual relationships and resolve conflicts.

For example

,

although

Toronto is the most multicultural city in the world,

crime

rate is among the lowest thanks to

such

activities and cultural events. In conclusion, the fact that urban areas are more populous and diverse can explain the pattern. By focusing on the differences among people and the law,

crime

rates in either cities or rural areas would decline.