- Access to the rear of all properties along the entire alleyway
- 72% of all burglaries are committed via the rear of the property
- An easy area for muggers to operate
- Non gated alleyways encourages drug abuse and solicitation with all the consequences, including discarded syringes, used prophylactics etc
- Fly tipping leading to environmental health problems including vermin
- Vandalism leading to the setting fire of rubbish bags or wheelie bins






