Abstract
There is little research on repeat victimization in developing countries. This article reports the first study of repeat domestic burglary victimization in Malawi. Secondary analysis of data from a large multipurpose survey finds burglary to be highly concentrated. The influence of housing type – measured here as the building materials used – and area-level affluence is explored. Homes constructed of permanent materials, indicative of greater wealth, experienced higher rates of repeat victimization than those made of mud and thatch. This pattern is most pronounced in less affluent areas, although the variation in risk is less than that reported in comparable studies. Implications for preventing repeat burglaries in resource-limited settings are discussed.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
