Bargod Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 8,034, the 83 crimes recorded in August 2024 equate to one reported crime for every 97 residents over the course of the month. This results in a crime rate of 10.3 per 1,000 people, placing Bargod 25.6% above the UK average of 8.2. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (48.2% of total), followed by public order incidents (12.1%) and criminal damage and arson (9.6%). These figures align with seasonal patterns observed in similar built-up areas during August, a peak holiday month when tourism increases and temporary population shifts may contribute to higher reported violence. The data also shows a marked divergence from UK averages in specific categories: violence and sexual offences were 86% above the national rate, while anti-social behaviour was 31% below. This suggests a combination of local demographics and seasonal activity, with the built-up character of Bargod likely influencing patterns of both public order issues and interpersonal crime. The absence of significant reductions in violent crime, despite a general decline in other categories, highlights the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas.

August 2024 saw an 11.1% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 36 to 40 incidents. This spike, despite an overall downward trend in the area's crime rate, underscores the persistent challenge of addressing interpersonal violence in urbanised communities. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped by 91.7% compared to the previous month, with just one reported incident (down from 12) — a change consistent with reduced vehicle presence during August holidays. The breakdown of crime types reveals striking disparities: while violence and sexual offences were 86% above the UK average, anti-social behaviour was 31% below. This contrast may reflect the area's built-up nature, where community policing efforts could be more effective in curbing disorderly conduct. Residents might find the 44% reduction in shoplifting incidents (from 4 to 3) particularly notable, suggesting that targeted retail security measures may be yielding results. However, the 61% increase in criminal damage and arson compared to UK averages raises concerns about property crime trends that warrant closer attention.

The crime rate in August 2024 (10.3 per 1,000) represents a 15.3% decrease from the previous month's rate of 12.2, indicating a short-term improvement in public safety. On a daily basis, Bargod experienced approximately 3 crimes per day in August — a figure that, while seemingly low, translates to significant exposure when considered over the course of a month. For every resident in this built-up area, the chance of experiencing a reported crime was roughly 1 in 97 during August, a ratio that highlights the density of incidents relative to the area's population size. This monthly exposure rate is particularly noteworthy when compared to the broader UK context, where the average resident faces a lower risk of crime. The population-scaled perspective also reveals that 83 crimes in a community of 8,034 is equivalent to over 1% of the population being directly involved in a crime — a statistic that, while not uncommon in urbanised areas, underscores the need for sustained community engagement initiatives. The contrast between this month's figures and the previous month's higher rate suggests that temporary factors, such as the timing of holidays or seasonal changes in workforce patterns, may play a role in shaping crime trends.