Is high density worse for the environment, traffic, and crime? Most Americans think so

In a recent poll, YouGov asked Americans to weigh in on the pros and cons of high-density living. The results show that most Americans, including most of those who live in cities, believe that high density is not only worse for the environment, but also a driver of traffic congestion and crime.

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