POL3701
ASSIGNMENT 1
DUE DATE: 23 MARCH 2026
, POL3701 ASSIGNMENT 1 2026
DUE 23 MARCH 2026
1.1 Analyse the physical and social characteristics of a community
that are relevant when compiling a community profile
A community profile is a planning tool used to give service providers,
especially the police, a clear picture of a community’s needs, concerns,
perceptions and available resources (Study Unit 4). It includes a
demographic analysis, crime analysis, unemployment analysis, and an
analysis of the community’s physical and social characteristics. These
characteristics are crucial because they influence community dynamics and
can contribute to crime.
A. Physical characteristics of a community
According to Study Unit 4, information on the physical characteristics of the
community helps to analyse and understand the causes of crime and to
design a crime prevention plan tailored to the physical environment.
ASSIGNMENT 1
DUE DATE: 23 MARCH 2026
, POL3701 ASSIGNMENT 1 2026
DUE 23 MARCH 2026
1.1 Analyse the physical and social characteristics of a community
that are relevant when compiling a community profile
A community profile is a planning tool used to give service providers,
especially the police, a clear picture of a community’s needs, concerns,
perceptions and available resources (Study Unit 4). It includes a
demographic analysis, crime analysis, unemployment analysis, and an
analysis of the community’s physical and social characteristics. These
characteristics are crucial because they influence community dynamics and
can contribute to crime.
A. Physical characteristics of a community
According to Study Unit 4, information on the physical characteristics of the
community helps to analyse and understand the causes of crime and to
design a crime prevention plan tailored to the physical environment.
