Akademik Veri Yönetim Sistemi
Jeodezi ve jeoinformasyon dergisi (Online), cilt.10, sa.2, ss.151-163, 2023 (Hakemli Dergi)
Crime mapping is an important method for identifying crime patterns. Crime maps are widely used to visualize spatial distribution of crime and allocating security resources. A qualified cartographic representation is essential for the presentation of the results of crime analysis, so the preparation and enrichment of crime maps requires careful obedience to cartographic principles. This article presents a combined comprehensive and understandable mapping methods and techniques for crime analysis and crime mapping for Trabzon, Türkiye. Prior to the analysis and mapping process, crime data recorded between 2011 and 2015 was reclassified. In the next stage, editing of erroneous data, standardization and geocoding processes were applied. The spatial distribution of all crimes was analyzed and mapped with the Kernel Density Estimation method. The Hexagon grid mapping technique and Hotspot method were used for visualization of spatial data and temporal trends of criminal activity. The spatial and temporal distribution of burglary and assault crimes (the most common crimes of all crimes) was mapped with these techniques. Maps also provide detailed information on crime patterns for study area, and help the police department to develop safe city strategies and reduce crime activities.