When I was young I lived in Greenwich Village in NYC and walked around all hours of the night. The streets were teeming with people going to coffee shops and bars and clubs. I never felt fearful in the City. I’m in my 70s now, my mobility is limited and although my neighborhood is walkable, it’s suburban and there isn’t a soul out after dark, so my little pug Opie and I take our walks during the day. Even though I live in townhouse in a lovely planned community, I just don’t feel safe walking around alone after dark. In fact, if I drive home from dinner with friends, I sort of dash from the car to my front door which is actually on the side of the house.