Somercotes and Swanwick Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 16,028, the 148 crimes reported in September 2024 equate to one reported crime for every 108 residents. This totals 9.2 crimes per 1,000 people, placing the area 19.5% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. The crime mix reflects a built-up area with distinct patterns: violence and sexual offences (26.4% of all crimes) and anti-social behaviour (16.2%) dominate, likely influenced by seasonal transitions as schools and universities begin their academic year. Vehicle crime (14.9%) also stands out, possibly linked to increased traffic or parking activity during the return to structured routines. The data contrasts with the UK average for several categories, including anti-social behaviour (28% above) and vehicle crime (211% above), which may indicate local factors such as community dynamics or infrastructure. However, the area shows lower-than-average rates for burglary (68% below) and shoplifting (85% below), suggesting effective local measures or demographic characteristics that reduce these specific risks. September’s timing—marking the end of summer and the start of term-time—may contribute to shifts in crime types, with public order offences (10.1%) and criminal damage (12.2%) rising, tied to increased social activity or environmental factors. While the overall rate remains elevated, the breakdown illustrates a combination of resident behaviour, local geography, and seasonal rhythms.

September 2024 saw a dramatic 633% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 3 to 22 incidents—a sharp contrast to the previous month’s figures. This surge may reflect heightened traffic during the return to school and work routines, though no specific causal link is confirmed. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 75% (from 8 to 2), possibly due to reduced foot traffic as summer holidays wound down. Violence and sexual offences also dropped by 43.5%, from 69 to 39, which could align with the start of term-time patterns. The area’s anti-social behaviour rate (1.5 per 1,000) is 28% above the UK average, a figure that may be exacerbated by local community dynamics or concentrated social activity. Vehicle crime’s 211% above UK average (1.4 vs 0.5 per 1,000) highlights a specific vulnerability, tied to parking infrastructure or unsecured vehicles. Residents might find the 10.1% share of public order offences (15 cases) particularly relevant, as these often involve noise or anti-social conduct in shared spaces. While burglary and shoplifting rates remain below UK averages, the stark divergence in vehicle crime underscores the need for targeted local strategies.

The crime rate for September 2024 (9.2 per 1,000) marks a 2.6% decrease from August’s 9.5 per 1,000.5% above the UK average. This slight downward trend may reflect seasonal adjustments, such as reduced summer-related activity or the settling of new residents into structured routines. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 5 crimes per day in September, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure of one reported crime for every 108 residents. While this is a local metric, it provides context for residents: over the course of the month, each individual had a 0.0092% chance of being directly involved in a crime. Compared to the UK average, the area’s higher rates in anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime suggest unique local factors, such as community density or transportation patterns. The population-scaled perspective reveals that, despite the elevated rate, the absolute number of crimes (148) is manageable for a community of 16,028, though targeted interventions may be necessary for categories like vehicle crime, which remain high. The slight monthly decline indicates that some measures may be having an effect, though the overall picture remains one of above-average risk for certain offence types.