Countesthorpe Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In July 2024, Countesthorpe recorded a crime rate of 4.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 48.8% below the UK average of 8.4. This figure, while modest, reflects the area’s overall safety profile, particularly when considering the seasonal context of peak summer activity. The most common crime types were violence and sexual offences (13 cases, 38.2% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (8 cases, 23.5%). These rates are significantly below UK averages for both categories—violence and sexual offences are 44% below the UK rate of 2.9 per 1,000, and anti-social behaviour is 31% below the UK average of 1.4. The summer months, with their influx of tourists and open-air events, likely contribute to the persistence of violent and anti-social incidents. However, the area’s low burglary rate (0.5 per 1,000) contrasts with the UK average of 0.3, suggesting a unique risk factor that may be tied to local property density or enforcement practices. The seasonal context of July—schools out, festivals, and increased outdoor activity—may explain the fluctuations in crime types, with anti-social behaviour and shoplifting rising in tandem with public gatherings. This pattern is consistent with other built-up areas during peak tourist seasons, where transient populations can strain local resources and increase the likelihood of minor crimes.

July 2024 saw a sharp 166.7% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 3 to 8 incidents. This surge, coupled with a 100% jump in shoplifting (from 0 to 2), suggests heightened activity in public spaces during the summer months. Conversely, public order offences fell by 57.1%, possibly due to reduced alcohol-related incidents or increased community engagement during local festivals. Violence and sexual offences, at 13 cases (38.2% of total crimes), remain the most common category, but they are 44% below the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000. Burglary in Countesthorpe (0.5 per 1,000) is 61% above the UK average of 0.3, indicating a localised risk that may be linked to the area’s built-up character and property density. These shifts highlight the need for targeted policing strategies, especially in areas where anti-social behaviour has spiked.

Countesthorpe’s crime rate in July 2024 rose 21.2% from 3.5 to 4.3 per 1,000 residents, reflecting a modest upward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while low, underscores the persistent presence of criminal activity in a relatively small community. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 233 residents, a statistic that translates to a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average. With a population of 7,920, this suggests that the majority of residents are not directly affected by crime in any given month. However, the increase in anti-social behaviour and shoplifting highlights the need for continued vigilance, particularly in areas frequented by tourists or during local festivals. The population-scaled perspective reinforces the idea that, despite the rise in certain crime types, Countesthorpe remains a relatively safe place compared to the broader UK context.