Queensbury Crime Rate March 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In March 2023, Queensbury’s crime rate stood at 7.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 1.3% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This relatively low rate translates to a daily risk of roughly 3 crimes per day for residents, with one in every 133 residents experiencing a reported crime over the course of the month. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 40.2% of all recorded incidents, followed by burglary (13.8%) and anti-social behaviour (12.6%). These figures suggest a combination of local factors and broader regional trends. March, as a transitional month into spring, may influence crime patterns through shifting social rhythms—longer evenings and changing weather conditions could contribute to increased outdoor activity, affecting both violent and property crime rates. While the overall rate is slightly below the UK average, specific categories like violence and sexual offences are 9% higher than the national average, indicating areas where targeted interventions might be warranted. The relatively high rate of burglary, which is 203% above the UK average, raises questions about local vulnerabilities such as property density, security measures, or socioeconomic factors. However, causal links, and further analysis would be needed to identify underlying patterns.

March 2023 saw a notable divergence in crime types compared to the UK average, with violence and sexual offences exceeding the national rate by 9%. This category, which accounted for 35 incidents, may partly explain the area’s higher-than-average violent crime profile. Conversely, shoplifting and other theft categories were significantly below the UK average, with shoplifting incidents at 59% below the national rate. This could reflect the area’s specific characteristics, such as the presence of retail hubs or community-focused policing initiatives that deter such crimes. The burglary rate was strikingly high, 203% above the UK average, which may indicate a need for enhanced security measures in residential areas. However, anti-social behaviour and public order offences were below the UK average, suggesting that community engagement efforts or local enforcement strategies might be effective in managing these categories. The data also highlights a sharp contrast in property crime: while burglary was high, vehicle crime and shoplifting were both significantly lower than the UK average. These discrepancies underscore the importance of understanding local contexts when interpreting crime statistics, as national averages may not always align with area-specific patterns.

Queensbury’s crime rate of 7.5 per 1,000 residents in March 2023 places it just 1.3% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. On a daily basis, residents faced an average of 3 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the risk in tangible terms for local communities. Over the course of the month, the likelihood of experiencing a reported crime was approximately 1 in 133 residents, a monthly exposure rate that provides a clear benchmark for understanding risk relative to population size. This figure is particularly relevant for families, businesses, and individuals assessing safety in the area. When compared to the UK average, certain crime types in Queensbury stand out: violence and sexual offences, though slightly above the national rate, remain within a narrow margin. In contrast, burglary is significantly higher, with a rate 203% above the UK average, which may reflect local factors such as housing density or property value distribution. Meanwhile, categories like shoplifting and vehicle crime were lower than the UK average, suggesting that specific local conditions—such as community policing efforts or economic factors—might be influencing these outcomes. These comparisons highlight the importance of tailoring safety measures to local needs, rather than relying solely on national trends.