Alcock argues that BAME groups are most at risk of social exclusion. They face significant deprivation in terms of the quality of both their housing and neighbourhood; for example, they are more likely to live in overcrowded rented accommodation or terraced housing which suffers from damp, poor ventilation and infestation, which can have a detrimental effect on the health of children. Living in deprived neighbourhoods increases their risk of being a victim of crime, especially hate crimes such as racial harassment and attacks.
