Relationship between Population Growth and Crime Rates

The relationship between population growth and crime rates has often been framed in a rigid linear or non-linear framework in traditional academic discourse. This study examined the relationship between population growth and crime rates in Kasoa, Ghana using Ghana Statistical Service data on population and crime reports from the Kasoa Divisional Headquarters over the years. In this study, we showed that the relationship between population growth and crime rates exhibits a dynamic and fluctuating pattern, indicating that this relationship is shaped by multifaceted socio-economic and environmental factors. The result holds significance for crime prevention as one-size-fits-all crime prevention strategies and policies will be ineffective.