Portland And Dangerous Places

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 Portland And Dangerous Places

-May 25, 2024

The Safest and Most Dangerous Places in Portland, OR: Crime Maps and Statistics | CrimeGrade.org


The issue

Although Portland is an amazing city, it does not shy away from also having a dangerous location.  Some of the most dangerous spots in Portland are Sunderland, Lloyd district, and many more. Especially in the dead of night, these locations are places that most people should stay away from. According to NeighborhoodScout, Portland has a property crime rate of 1 and 15 and has one of the highest vehicle crime rates in the nation. The problem is, this is where we call home. Most of us live here and this is where we want to feel safe. On top of this, homeless people are subject to outside forces, especially come night time in which they are more prone to being exposed to crime. Violent crime rates are also one of the highest in the nation as according to FBI-reported crime data, an individual has a 1 and 134 chance of becoming a victim of violent crime. 

Why we should care

Some may think why should I care? I haven't been a victim before? Or anytime I hear about it, it happens someplace in the dangerous places of Portland, I just don't have to step in there. That may be true, especially if you live outside of Portland, but these crimes still may happen to you or those you care about. But more specifically these crimes happen to the vulnerable people who have no choice but to live within these neighborhoods. Due to financial issues or other aspects of life, they may have been driven to these locations and can't get out. 

The good news

Although all this information may scare us or those who want to travel to Portland, it's not all too bad. According to Travelportland, it was found that Portland's crime rates have decreased by 14.4 percent in the past year or so. This is a drastic decrease and improvement in living conditions. It was also said that Portland was one of the top cities that focused their attention on crime prevention and investing in programs that improved public safety. 

What can we do? 

It is as simple as warning family and friends to stay away from the dangerous locations and also help fund these programs that contribute to public safety. Some of these programs are Partnership for Safety and justice, Bridges to Change, and much more. The dangerous location in Portland and also the programs that we can help with are all within the link below! 


Resources:

Programs for change: “For a Safer Portland.” Partnership for Safety and Justice, safetyandjustice.org/Safer/?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwmMayBhDuARIsAM9HM8cjeeRkUGx_BaZWekQ03P8i_UUa9_EKHNKC-3hvDU0iSBadzvDHalcaAkG7EALw_wcB. Accessed 25 May 2024.

Dangerous location in Portland: “Most Dangerous Neighborhoods in Portland.” PropertyClub, propertyclub.nyc/article/most-dangerous-neighborhoods-in-portland#:~:text=Often%20considered%20to%20be%20one,property%20crimes%20recorded%20in%202022. Accessed 25 May 2024.

“Portland, or Crime Rates.” NeighborhoodScout, www.neighborhoodscout.com/or/portland/crime#description. Accessed 25 May 2024.

“Safety in Portland: Frequently Asked Questions.” The Official Guide to Portland, www.travelportland.com/plan/safety-in-portland/. Accessed 25 May 2024.



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