The Unsettling Harmony of Redfern's Contrasts Redfern, a suburb in Sydney's inner city, is a place of stark contrasts.
Census data shows that residents here are more likely to walk or bike to work than those in other parts of the country, yet high rates of break ins and violent offenses have earned it a reputation as a hotbed of crime.
This dichotomy raises questions about how we perceive safety in urban environments. Is it enough to have a thriving economy and cultural scene if the risks for some residents remain high?