Darton Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Darton's crime profile in September 2023 reflects a continuation of the area's historically low crime rates, with the overall rate of 4.5 per 1,000 residents placing it 43.8% below the UK average. This figure, while modest, is consistent with the area's built-up yet relatively small-scale nature compared to major urban centres. Violent crimes dominated the crime mix, accounting for 39.7% of all reported incidents—significantly higher than the UK average for this category (34% of total crimes). This skew may be attributed to the area's proximity to educational institutions, where seasonal transitions like the start of the academic year can influence crime dynamics. Public order offences, though lower in absolute terms (11 incidents), rose sharply by 120% compared to August, a trend that may be linked to the influx of students and the associated social activity typical of September. The UK comparison reveals Darton's anti-social behaviour rate is 63% below the national average, suggesting a broader trend of lower antisocial conduct in this area compared to the UK as a whole. Seasonal factors, including the return to school and university, likely contribute to the increased public order activity, as evenings grow darker and social interactions in public spaces intensify. Meanwhile, the sharp decline in burglary (-83.3%) and anti-social behaviour (-50%) indicates that targeted efforts or natural seasonal patterns may be reducing these specific risks. The overall picture suggests a combination of local demographics, seasonal rhythms, and the built environment, with Darton's crime profile remaining distinct from both larger urban areas and the national average.

September 2023 marked a 7.6% decline in Darton's overall crime rate compared to August, with the most significant reductions seen in burglary (-83.3%) and anti-social behaviour (-50%). However, public order offences surged by 120%, rising from 5 to 11 incidents—a stark contrast to the usual seasonal patterns typically associated with the start of the academic year. Violent crimes accounted for 39.7% of all reported incidents, a proportion higher than the UK average for this category (34% of total crimes). This imbalance may reflect local factors such as increased foot traffic during university freshers' week or heightened social interactions in public spaces. Meanwhile, vehicle crime saw a 100% increase, likely linked to the return of students and commuters to the area. The UK comparison for anti-social behaviour shows Darton's rate is 63% below the national average, a figure that underscores the area's relatively low incidence of this category despite the rise in public order issues.

Darton's crime rate in September 2023 stood at 4.5 per 1,000 residents, a 7.6% decline from the previous month's 4.9 per 1,000. This reduction aligns with a broader trend of decreasing crime rates in the area, though the pace of decline has slowed compared to earlier in the year. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately 2 crimes reported each day in September—a low frequency by UK standards. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 222 residents, a figure that places Darton well below the UK average in terms of monthly exposure. When scaled to the local population of 16,200, this suggests that the likelihood of experiencing a crime is relatively low for residents, though spikes in specific categories like public order offences may temporarily disrupt this trend. The area's smaller population and built-up nature likely contribute to the lower crime rate compared to larger urban centres, where higher population density often correlates with increased crime activity.