4) Get to Know Your Neighbours
There are a few neighbourhoods in my city that I would love to live in simply because everyone knows each other. I find that older neighbourhoods tend to be a closer knit community than the newer ones, perhaps because they now have the years of knowledge behind them. Community events, impromptu street parties, some of these neighbourhoods have multiple yearly events that encourage getting to know your neighbour. On a small scale, getting to know the people on your street is something we all should attempt to do. Not only does it make for a happier neighbourhood, but it also makes for a safer one as well. My neighbours watch my house for anything out of the ordinary when we are on vacation and we return the favor as well! Knowing who belongs where is one of the simplest ways to keep your street safe, making it easier to see when something is wrong or out of the ordinary.