Countesthorpe Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In August 2024, Countesthorpe's crime rate stood at 6.4 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 22.0% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. For a built-up area with a population of 7,920, this translates to 51 reported crimes—approximately one crime for every 155 residents over the course of the month. The crime profile reflects a mix of property-related and violent offences, with shoplifting (27.5% of all crimes) and violence and sexual offences (23.5%) forming the largest shares. This pattern is consistent with the area's character as a small urban centre with a concentration of retail outlets, which may contribute to higher rates of shoplifting during peak holiday periods. Seasonal factors also appear to influence the data, with the rise in shoplifting and criminal damage possibly linked to increased foot traffic and property neglect during August. Violent crime remains significantly below the UK average, with violence and sexual offences at 1.5 per 1,000 (44% below the UK rate) and anti-social behaviour at 0.9 per 1,000 (37% below). The lower-than-average rates for violent crime may be attributed to the area's relatively low population density and community-oriented policing efforts. However, the sharp increase in shoplifting raises questions about the effectiveness of current retail security measures, particularly during periods of high tourist activity. The data also highlights a potential seasonal shift in criminal focus, with property crimes dominating the monthly report. This is consistent with patterns observed in other small urban areas during the summer months, where increased retail activity and transient populations may create opportunities for non-violent offences.

August 2024 marked a dramatic shift in Countesthorpe's crime profile, with shoplifting incidents surging by 600% from 2 to 14 cases. This sharp increase, which placed shoplifting at 1.8 per 1,000 residents—154% above the UK average—raises questions about local retail dynamics during the peak holiday season. Concurrently, criminal damage and arson doubled from 1 to 3 incidents, a 200% rise that may be linked to increased property neglect during summer absences. In contrast, burglary and other theft both fell by 50%, with burglary dropping from 4 to 2 cases, a trend that aligns with the seasonal pattern of empty homes being less targeted in warmer months. Anti-social behaviour also declined slightly, from 8 to 7 cases, though it remained 37% below the UK average. These shifts highlight a combination of tourism-related pressures and reduced domestic activity, with the area's crime mix tilting more towards property-related offences than violent crimes.

August 2024 saw Countesthorpe's crime rate rise to 6.4 per 1,000 residents, a 50.1% increase from the previous month's 4.3 per 1,000. This translates to roughly 2 crimes reported daily in the built-up area, a figure that, while seemingly low, reflects the local context of a small urban community. Over the course of the month, 1 in every 155 residents experienced a reported crime, a ratio that highlights the relative safety of the area despite the upward trend. When compared to the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000, Countesthorpe remains 22.0% below the national benchmark, underscoring its position as a relatively low-crime locale. The population-scaled perspective is critical here: with 7,920 residents, the 51 reported crimes equate to an average of 6.4 incidents per 1,000 people, a rate that is lower than many similar-sized towns. This suggests that while the area is not immune to localised spikes in specific crime types, its overall profile remains distinct from the broader UK context.