Carlton in Lindrick Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In May 2023, Carlton in Lindrick recorded 44 crimes across a population of 5,708 residents, translating to a crime rate of 7.7 per 1,000 people—3.7% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This rate, while lower than the national figure, reflects a 42% increase from the previous month, driven by a sharp rise in anti-social behaviour and public order offences. The area’s crime profile is dominated by non-violent but socially disruptive incidents, with anti-social behaviour (13 cases) and violence and sexual offences (13 cases) accounting for nearly 60% of all reported crimes. These figures are consistent with the seasonal context of May, which typically sees increased outdoor activity, longer evenings, and bank holidays contributing to higher levels of social interaction in public spaces. The relatively low crime rate compared to the UK average may be influenced by Carlton in Lindrick’s built-up area status, where community policing and local initiatives could play a role in mitigating disorder. However, the significant increase in anti-social behaviour—73% above the UK average—suggests a need for targeted interventions, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or limited surveillance. The breakdown also reveals stark contrasts: while public order offences and bicycle theft are well above national levels, vehicle crime and criminal damage are below average, reflecting differences in local infrastructure or demographics. These patterns underscore the importance of context-specific analysis, as generic comparisons may obscure the nuanced factors shaping crime in smaller, less densely populated areas.

May 2023 saw dramatic shifts in Carlton in Lindrick’s crime profile. Public order offences surged by 400%, jumping from one to five incidents, while anti-social behaviour rose by 116.7% to 13 cases—both figures far exceeding the UK average for these categories. Bicycle theft also doubled, with one reported incident, a 150% increase compared to the UK rate. Conversely, criminal damage and arson dropped by 77.8%, and vehicle crime fell by two-thirds, likely reflecting seasonal changes in outdoor activity. The balance of crime types shifted sharply, with property crimes (14%) and violent crimes (29.6%) each contributing less than half of the total, compared to anti-social behaviour’s dominant 29.6% share. This mix highlights a growing focus on social disorder, which may be influenced by May’s longer evenings and bank holidays, aligning with patterns seen in similar small towns with limited policing resources.

Carlton in Lindrick’s crime rate rose by 42% from 5.4 to 7.7 per 1,000 residents in May 2023 compared to the previous month. This increase, though significant, still places the area 3.7% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day over the 31-day period, reflecting a low but consistent level of activity. When scaled to the population of 5,708, this means that over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 130 residents. While this figure may seem low, the shift in crime types—particularly the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour and public order offences—suggests a need for localised attention to community engagement and public space management. The population context highlights that even small changes in crime trends can have a noticeable impact on residents’ perceptions of safety, especially in a built-up area with limited resources for rapid response.