Queensbury Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Queensbury’s crime profile in August 2023 reveals a distinct mix of violent and property-related offences that diverge from national trends. With a crime rate of 6.7 per 1,000 residents—17.3% below the UK average—the area’s overall safety is notable, but the distribution of crime types tells a more complex story. Violence and sexual offences dominated, accounting for 45.5% of all incidents, a stark contrast to the UK average where such crimes make up a smaller proportion. This overrepresentation of violent offences may be linked to local factors such as the area’s demographic composition or the presence of high-traffic public spaces that could contribute to conflicts. Meanwhile, property crimes like burglary (10.4% of incidents) and criminal damage (13.0%) exceeded UK averages by 106% and 43%, respectively, suggesting vulnerabilities in property security or community engagement. Seasonal context also plays a role: August, a peak holiday month, typically sees increased burglary risks due to empty homes, yet shoplifting rates in Queensbury were 67% below the UK average, indicating effective retail security measures or lower tourist footfall. These patterns highlight a unique interplay between local conditions and broader crime trends, with violent crimes concentrated and property-related offences showing mixed performance relative to national benchmarks.

August 2023 revealed notable shifts in crime trends, with criminal damage and arson rising by 42.9% compared to July, suggesting a spike in deliberate property-related incidents. Conversely, shoplifting, drugs, and other theft fell sharply by 66.7%, potentially reflecting reduced retail activity or targeted interventions. The crime mix also showed a striking imbalance, with violent crimes making up 45.5% of all incidents—significantly higher than the UK average for this category (2.6 per 1,000, 14% above). This concentration of violent offences contrasts with lower-than-average rates for property crimes like shoplifting (67% below UK levels) and anti-social behaviour (65% below). Such disparities may indicate localized pressures, such as community tensions or under-resourced policing, though further data would be needed to confirm. For residents, the drop in drug-related crimes offers a concrete example of a positive shift that could contribute to a safer environment.

Queensbury’s crime rate in August 2023 fell by 22.9% compared to July, declining from 8.6 to 6.7 per 1,000 residents. This drop aligns with seasonal patterns typical of August, a month when holiday travel and school summer breaks may reduce foot traffic in some areas, though local crime dynamics suggest other factors are at play. Daily crime figures show an average of 2 reported incidents per day, translating to roughly one crime for every 150 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate provides a tangible measure of risk for residents, though it does not account for variations in individual risk based on location or lifestyle. The population-scaled perspective also highlights Queensbury’s position relative to the UK average: while the overall rate remains 17.3% below the national figure, specific categories like criminal damage and arson show stark deviations. These differences underscore how local conditions—such as community engagement or infrastructure—can shape crime patterns distinct from broader trends.