Beyond high crime rates, what is a specific environmental feature that significantly restricts potential escape routes and increases vulnerability in a location?

Beyond high crime rates, a specific environmental feature that significantly restricts potential escape routes and increases vulnerability is the presence of 'choke points'. A choke point is a narrow or constricted space that forces individuals to pass through a limited area, such as a narrow hallway, a crowded doorway, a bridge, or a fenced pathway. These areas inherently limit maneuverability and create bottlenecks, making it difficult to quickly escape or evade an attacker. The restriction on movement makes individuals more vulnerable because it concentrates potential targets and reduces the ability to create distance or utilize evasive tactics effectively.