Horsford Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Horsford's September 2024 crime rate of 3.0 per 1,000 residents stands at 61% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, a stark contrast to the national picture. This marked reduction is consistent with the area's historical trend of low crime levels, though the composition of crimes has shifted. Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime profile, accounting for 64.7% of the total 17 incidents reported. This category, while higher than in previous months, remains 27% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Public order offences, which rose to 2 cases (11.8% of total), are also significantly lower than the UK benchmark of 0.6 per 1,000. The seasonal context of September—coinciding with the start of the academic year—likely influences these patterns, with increased youth activity potentially contributing to the rise in violence and public order issues. However, the overall decline from August's 3.7 per 1,000 suggests that local efforts, possibly including community engagement or targeted policing, may be sustaining this low-crime environment. The dominance of violent crimes over property crimes (3 property crimes vs 11 violent) indicates a different dynamic than in larger urban areas, where property crime often dominates. This could reflect Horsford's compact built-up nature, where social interactions are more frequent and concentrated, influencing the types of crimes that occur. The low levels of burglary, criminal damage, and other theft categories—each below UK averages by over 30%—further reinforce the area's distinct crime profile, characterised by a focus on interpersonal rather than property-based offences.

September 2024 witnessed a 37.5% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 8 to 11 incidents—a shift that contrasts with the overall downward trend in crime. Public order offences doubled to 2 cases, while other crime categories also saw a 100% rise from zero to one incident. These increases, however, remain well below UK averages: violence and sexual offences in Horsford are 27% lower than the national rate of 2.6 per 1,000. Criminal damage and arson dropped by 66.7%, a marked decrease from three to one incident. This shift suggests a possible seasonal adjustment, with the start of the academic year potentially redirecting criminal activity towards more socially interactive spaces. Residents may find the 64.7% share of violent crimes in the total crime count particularly relevant, as it highlights the need for community-focused policing strategies in the area.

Horsford's September 2024 crime rate of 3.0 per 1,000 residents marks a 19.1% decrease from August's 3.7 per 1,000, reflecting a continued downward trend. This reduction positions the area 61% below the UK average, a gap that has widened compared to previous months. Locally, the daily crime count averaged one incident per day over the month, a figure that contextualises the low level of activity in a built-up area. On a monthly basis, the rate translates to one reported crime for every 338 residents, a statistic that underscores the relatively sparse nature of criminal activity in Horsford compared to larger urban centres. The population-scaled perspective reveals that residents face a significantly lower risk of encountering crime than the UK average, with violent crimes alone being 27% below the national benchmark. This contrast highlights the unique characteristics of Horsford, where community policing efforts and a compact built environment may contribute to the sustained reduction in crime.