Medium Cost Interventions
2. GPS-linked Fashion Accessories
GPS-linked fashion accessories are discreet wearable safety devices that integrate real-time location tracking, panic buttons, and emergency alert systems. These devices are designed to bled into everyday attire while offering rapid access to help in threatening situations. Core features like hidden panic buttons, GPS location sharing with trusted contacts or emergency services, optional audio recording or alarm activation, app integration for monitoring and updates.
Basic GPS enabled jewelry £50-£150
Advanced models with audio/video/dispatch integration £150-£300 per unit
App development & backend integration £10,000-£50,000
Total programme cost £10,000-£150,000 depending on scale and tech sophistication
Procurement & vendor selection 1-2 months
App setup & device pairing 1 month
Distribution & training 1-2 months
Full rollout 3-6 months
Battery replacement or recharge kits £5,000-£15,000
App updates & tech support £5,000-£20,000
Monitoring service subsriptions £25-£50 per user/year
Annual Maintenance Costs £10,000-£40,000
Effectiveness
While GPS-enabled wearables are categorised as 'surveillance and policing' tools as opposed to deterrence tools, they are useful for evidence gathering and emergency signalling. They are also found to reliably deter restraining order breaching, and domestic abuse recidivism.