Yapton Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Yapton's overall crime rate in May 2023 stood at 7.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 3.7% below the UK average of 8.0. This figure, while modest, reflects a mix of crime types that align with the area's semi-rural character and seasonal dynamics. Anti-social behaviour was the most prevalent category, accounting for 34.0% of all reported crimes, followed by violence and sexual offences at 28.3% and 'other crime' at 5.7%. These patterns are consistent with May's typical conditions, where longer evenings and the approach of bank holidays may encourage increased socialising and outdoor activity, contributing to higher levels of anti-social behaviour. The area's lower crime rate compared to the UK average suggests that Yapton's built-up environment, likely characterised by smaller communities and limited commercial density, may mitigate some crime drivers. However, the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour and public order offences highlights vulnerabilities that could be linked to localised events or changes in community engagement during the month. The category of 'other crime'—which includes unclassified incidents—was 186% above the UK average, a discrepancy that may warrant further investigation into reporting practices or unmet policing needs.

The most striking month-on-month shift in May 2023 was the 200% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 6 to 18 incidents. This surge was accompanied by a similar 200% rise in public order offences, which climbed from 1 to 3 cases. These changes contrast sharply with a 90% drop in vehicle crime, which fell from 10 to 1, a reduction that may reflect seasonal factors such as fewer vehicles on the road during May. Anti-social behaviour in Yapton is now 95% above the UK average of 1.3 per 1,000, a stark discrepancy that underscores localised pressures. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences decreased by 34.8%, from 23 to 15, a decline that may be influenced by the end of the academic year or reduced outdoor activity. The category of 'other crime' also saw an 186% increase above the UK average, though its overall contribution to Yapton's crime rate remains modest at 5.7%.

Yapton's crime rate in May 2023 rose by 6.1% compared to April 2023, increasing from 7.2 to 7.7 per 1,000 residents. This marks a modest upward trend. below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately two reported crimes per day during the month, a figure that reflects the relatively low overall crime rate. Over the course of May, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 131 residents, a monthly exposure that aligns with the area's generally lower crime profile compared to national averages. With a population of 6,931, Yapton's crime statistics suggest that while localised spikes occur, the broader community experiences crime at a rate that is consistently below the UK norm. This context is particularly relevant for residents assessing risk, as the monthly exposure figure provides a tangible measure of how often crime intersects with daily life in the area.