When out and about consider:
Walk in well-lit and busy areas. This provides more opportunity for natural surveillance.
Avoid walking close to overgrown bushes or trees where a potential offender could hide.
Walk against the flow of traffic to prevent vehicles driving slowly alongside you.
Walk with a friend or group wherever possible.
If you regularly walk by yourself, consider varying your route so your routine is not easily identified.
Plan ahead – how do you plan on getting home?
Walk at a steady pace. Body language is an effective means of promoting confidence.
Remain alert and be aware of your surroundings.
Turn down the volume on your iPod or mp3 player so you can hear what is happening around you.