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There are some near-universal things you can do to stay safe in urban environments.

General

Avoid looking like a rich target, don't flash wads of cash or wear massive amounts of jewelry.
Keep your eyes open, if the area is heavily vandalized and there are groups of young people hanging around, perhaps it's not the best place to stop.
Try not to get too drunk - if you have had too much get a taxi home.
See also pickpockets

When using a private car it vitally important to:

Keep the boot or trunk locked - in some areas thieves open the boot and snatch bags at the traffic lights.
Keep mobile phones, valuables out of sight - this goes double when you park the car.
Park in well lit places with no cover around the car - if there are bushes etc. thieves can work on the locks out of sight.
It's worth extending your insurance to cover all costs of window/windscreen replacement; it's not uncommon for thieves to just smash the glass to get in.

When on public transport:

Buses and trains: Stay near the driver/conductor when getting on
Taxis: Use licensed cabs, rather than private taxis (gypsy cabs), even though they might be slightly more expensive

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