2024/2025 Detroit Public Safety Survey

1.Have you, or someone close to you, ever felt unsafe because of or been a victim of any of the following? (You can choose more than one.)(Required.)

Burglary (someone breaking into a home)

Child abuse or sexual predators

Dangerous driving (like speeding, running red lights, racing, or swerving)

Disorderly behavior (like loud noise or public drinking)

Domestic violence (abuse between adults)

Drug activity (selling, using, or making illegal drugs or misusing prescription drugs)

Eviction with armed bailiffs or police

Fraud (like identity theft or scams)

Gang activity

Harassment by police

Hate crime

Homeland security problems

Homicide (murder)

Physical assault (being attacked)

Police misusing their power

Police surveillance (like cameras watching people)

Sex work

Robbery

School safety problems (like bullying, fighting, or weapons)

Sexual assault/rape (adult)

Theft

Problems related to homelessness (like panhandling, squatting, or living in public spaces)

Vandalism (like graffiti)

Violence by police

Prefer not to answer

Other (please specify)

None of the above

2.Have you ever thought about calling the police for help, but didn’t or hesitated because you were afraid it might make things worse?(Required.)

Yes

No

Prefer not to answer

5.Have you ever worked for a law enforcement agency?

Yes

No

Prefer not to answer

6.What is your vision for safe neighborhoods?
(In addition to your vision, if you don't live in Detroit, feel free to note here your ties to Detroit, i.e. work, school, family, etc.)