Yapton Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In July 2024, Yapton's crime rate of 9.0 per 1,000 residents placed it 7.1% above the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. The balance between property and violent crime reveals a distinct pattern: property crimes (24 incidents) outpaced violent crimes (13 incidents) by nearly 80%. This disparity may partly explain the area's crime profile, as the built-up character of Yapton—likely featuring mixed-use spaces and public areas—could drive property-related incidents during peak summer activity. Anti-social behaviour dominated the crime profile, accounting for 30.7% of all reported crimes (19 incidents), with a rate of 2.7 per 1,000 residents. This figure is 86% above the UK average for the same category, suggesting local factors such as high youth presence or seasonal events may amplify such behaviour. In contrast, violent crimes—primarily violence and sexual offences—were 33% below the UK average, reflecting effective community policing or the absence of high-risk environments typically associated with violent crime. The seasonal context of July, with schools out, festivals, and tourism peaks, likely contributed to increased anti-social behaviour and property-related incidents, as outdoor events and extended foot traffic create opportunities for disorderly conduct and theft. Vehicle crime, while relatively low (7 incidents), saw a striking 600% month-on-month increase, linked to summer travel or unsecured vehicles in public spaces. These patterns underscore the need for targeted interventions during peak tourism periods, while the relatively low violent crime rate offers a contrast to other areas with higher concentrations of nightlife or conflict-prone environments.

July 2024 saw dramatic fluctuations in specific crime categories. Vehicle crime surged by 600%, rising from 1 to 7 incidents—a sharp increase that may reflect summer travel patterns or the presence of high-value vehicles in public areas. Conversely, shoplifting plummeted by 90%, dropping from 10 to 1 incident, possibly due to increased police patrols or seasonal retail security measures. Anti-social behaviour, while still the most common crime type, decreased by 24% compared to the previous month, though it remained 86% above the UK average. This contrast highlights the combination of local initiatives and broader regional trends. The property crime-to-violent crime ratio (1.84:1) was skewed, with property crimes dominating the overall crime count. This imbalance may indicate that Yapton's built-up character—featuring commercial zones or public transport hubs—creates environments more conducive to property-related offences. Burglary and public order offences also showed significant deviations from UK averages, with burglary rates 190% above the national figure and public order incidents 41% higher. These figures suggest that local factors, such as the density of residential properties or the frequency of public gatherings, may amplify these crime types. For residents, the 85% drop in shoplifting compared to the UK average is a tangible benefit, though the sharp rise in vehicle crime deserves closer attention from local authorities.

Yapton's crime rate in July 2024 (9.0 per 1,000 residents) marked a 16.2% decrease from the previous month's rate of 10.7 per 1,000, reflecting a downward trend in overall crime. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day—a figure that, while modest, underscores the persistent nature of localised issues. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 112 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, when contextualised with Yapton's population of 6,931, illustrates the relative scale of incidents in a small built-up area. This figure is particularly noteworthy when compared to the UK average, which typically sees higher absolute numbers in larger urban centres. The drop from the previous month may be attributed to targeted policing efforts or seasonal lulls in certain crime types, though the sharp rise in vehicle crime complicates this narrative. When viewed through a population-scaled lens, Yapton's crime profile appears to be shaped by its unique characteristics: a small, densely populated built-up area with a mix of residential and commercial spaces. This environment likely contributes to the higher-than-average rates of anti-social behaviour and burglary, while the lower violent crime rate may reflect a lack of high-risk environments commonly associated with such offences. The interplay between these factors highlights the need for tailored strategies that address both the immediate and long-term dynamics of crime in Yapton.