Bargod Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences emerged as the dominant category in Bargod's February 2024 crime profile, accounting for 38.9% of all reported incidents—well above the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000. This category, which includes assault and sexual violence, contributes to a total crime rate of 9.0 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 26.8% above the national average. The prominence of violent crime in a built-up area like Bargod may be linked to factors such as population density, social dynamics, or seasonal patterns. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 20.8% of all crimes, with rates 81% higher than the UK average. This suggests a potential disconnect between community engagement and enforcement efforts in managing public disorder. Criminal damage and arson, at 11.1% of incidents, also exceeded the UK average by 85%, raising questions about the impact of local infrastructure or environmental factors. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—may have influenced these trends, though the persistence of violent crime suggests deeper, year-round challenges. The area's crime profile contrasts sharply with the UK average, particularly in violent and anti-social categories, yet property-related crimes such as burglary and vehicle crime remain below or in line with national levels. This mixed picture indicates that while certain crime types are exacerbated by local conditions, others may be mitigated by specific community characteristics or policing strategies.

February saw a stark increase in 'other crime,' which jumped 300% from 1 to 4 incidents, suggesting emerging patterns or unclassified activities. Anti-social behaviour surged by 114.3%, rising from 7 to 15 cases, a trend that may reflect heightened tensions during the winter months. Burglary also doubled, with 3 incidents reported after none in January. Conversely, public order offences plummeted by 83.3%, dropping from 6 to 1, possibly linked to reduced outdoor activity in colder weather. Shoplifting fell by 50%, aligning with the pre-spring lull typical of February. Vehicle crime in Bargod was 9% below the UK average, a rare positive deviation that may be attributed to local parking arrangements or enforcement measures. These fluctuations underscore the need for targeted interventions, particularly in addressing the surge in anti-social behaviour and 'other crime' categories.

Bargod's crime rate in February 2024 rose to 9.0 per 1,000 residents, a 4.3% increase from the previous month's 8.6. This places the area 26.8% above the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. Locally, this translates to roughly 2 crimes reported each day, with one in every 112 residents experiencing a crime over the course of the month. While this rate is higher than the national average, the daily crime count remains relatively low for a built-up area. The population context further illustrates that the risk is distributed across 8,034 residents, though the concentration of specific crime types—particularly violence and anti-social behaviour—suggests localized pressures. The rise in violent crime, which now accounts for 38.9% of all reported incidents, may reflect seasonal patterns as winter activity shifts. The contrast between property and violent crime trends also highlights a shift in the crime mix, with violent offences dominating over property-related incidents.