Evaluation of the Safer Streets Fund Round 1, year ending March 2021

This document describes an evaluation of the Safer Streets Fund Round 1 (SSF1), a program designed to reduce acquisitive crime in residential areas of England and Wales. Conducted by Kantar Public, the evaluation used qualitative research methods and multiple evidence streams to assess the process and impact of SSF1-funded interventions. Despite external challenges, the program was well-received by local authorities, showing a slight immediate impact on crime reduction but improving residents' perceptions of police presence. Success factors included strong partnerships, community engagement, and appropriate timing. Recommendations for future funding rounds were made, emphasizing the need for clear communication. The document also details the comprehensive methodological approach taken, including various interviews, workshops, and analytical techniques, to measure the program's effectiveness against crime rates and community safety. Long-term impact analysis is planned, and feedback is requested to refine future evaluations. **This summary was written by an AI model and therefore should not be considered a definitive summary of the report. If you are aware of inaccuracies, please email evaluation.registry@cabinetoffice.gov.uk.**

Description

• Lead department: Home Office (Home Office)
• Evaluation stage: A complete evaluation report
• Other departments: No other departments listed
• Evaluation types: Impact evaluation; Process evaluation
• Impact methods: Quasi-experimental method
• Quasi-experimental methods: Synthetic control
• Process methods: Case studies; Individual interviews
• Grant information: This intervention is not distributing funding via a grant
• Government Major Project information: This intervention is not a major project
• Policies: No policies provided

Event Dates

• Event Name: Publication of final results
• Event date: January 2023

Evaluation Costs

• Cost: Not provided

Evaluation sharing

• Link(s) to published report(s): Yes
• Links to evaluation plans: No link provided
• Findings: Not provided
• Permission to share confirmed: Yes