Kristianstad Launches Annual Safety Survey to Assess Community Security

Kristianstads kommun, in collaboration with local police, has initiated its annual safety survey aimed at assessing residents' perceptions of their neighborhoods. Distributing a total of 2,100 surveys to randomly selected residents, the initiative seeks to gather insights into issues faced by citizens and their overall feelings of safety. The survey will be conducted over two months beginning in August, with results expected to be released in the fall.

The survey is designed to be user-friendly, allowing respondents to submit their answers either on paper or digitally, with the online version available in five languages. It assures anonymity while enabling a detailed analysis of responses categorically by local areas. This year’s survey continues a tradition that has seen participation from 87,600 residents across the police region Syd, which encompasses Skåne, Blekinge, Kalmar, and Kronobergs län.

Region police chief Susanne Hagström Rosenqvist highlighted the critical role of community feedback, stating that “citizens’ experiences are vital for understanding local conditions” and shaping the municipality’s crime prevention strategies for the upcoming year. The survey serves not just to gather data but as a crucial tool in fostering a safer community for all residents.