Author(s)

Rommel Evan J. Paje

Information Technology Department, College of Science, Bicol University, Legazpi, Philippines.

Crime analysis is essential for improving public safety by uncovering patterns, trends, and risk factors linked to criminal activities. Crime trends in the Province of Albay from January 2017 to December 2022 were analyzed, concentrating on crimes involving students and school employees. A total of 1,630 recorded offenses were analyzed using Google Looker Studio to visualize spatial distributions. The findings reveal that students are the most vulnerable group, with a significant percentage of victims. Additionally, the data indicates that students also constitute a substantial portion of perpetrators, emphasizing the occurrence of peer-related offenses. The study also observes seasonal fluctuations in crime, with a notable decline in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, followed by a resurgence in 2021 and 2022. By leveraging geospatial crime analysis, law enforcement and educational institutions can implement proactive strategies to reduce risks and foster a safer environment for students, teachers, and the wider community.

Crime Analysis, Educational Institution, Geospatial, Students, Teachers

Paje, R. E. J. (2025) Geospatial Crime Analysis in Albay Province: Trends, Patterns, and Implications for the Safety of Students and Employees. Journal of Data Analysis and Information Processing, 13, 116-124. doi: 10.4236/jdaip.2025.132007.