Brighouse Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

January 2024 saw Brighouse’s crime rate rise to 8.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 18.9% above the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This marks a 12.4% increase from the previous month’s rate of 7.9 per 1,000, reflecting a concerning upward trend. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 40.8% of all reported crimes, followed by criminal damage and arson (10.4%) and burglary (8.7%). These figures contrast sharply with the UK averages for these categories, which show Brighouse’s rates for violence and sexual offences are 38% higher than the national average, and burglary rates are 122% above. Seasonal factors may partly explain these patterns, as January typically sees reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours, which can influence crime dynamics. However, the persistent elevation in violent crime suggests deeper local challenges, potentially linked to socio-economic conditions or community tensions. The spike in criminal damage and arson, which rose by 42.9% month-on-month, could reflect post-holiday disruptions or increased property neglect during colder months. While anti-social behaviour saw a 28.6% increase, this category remains significantly below the UK average, indicating a combination of local conditions and broader national trends.

The month-on-month analysis reveals stark contrasts in crime trends. Criminal damage and arson surged by 42.9%, climbing from 21 to 30 incidents, a figure that may reflect post-holiday property neglect or increased vandalism during colder weather. Burglary also rose sharply by 38.9%, from 18 to 25 incidents, suggesting heightened vulnerability in residential areas during the winter months. Conversely, shoplifting declined by 47.4%, dropping from 19 to 10 incidents, possibly due to reduced retail activity and lower foot traffic in January. Robbery, which fell by 50.0% to just one incident, and possession of weapons, which dropped by 40.0% to three incidents, both show promising reductions, though these remain well below UK averages. The violence and sexual offences category, at 3.6 per 1,000 residents, stands out as 38% above the UK average, highlighting a critical area for local authorities to address. This category’s dominance—accounting for 40.8% of all crimes—suggests a need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas or times. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour. remains 39% below the UK average, indicating a relative success in managing community disorder despite the overall increase in crime.

Brighouse’s crime rate of 8.8 per 1,000 in January 2024 represents a 12.4% increase from December’s rate of 7.9 per 1,000, a shift that places the area in a more precarious position relative to the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately nine crimes per day, a figure that, while not alarmingly high, underscores the persistent nature of local crime. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure of one crime for every 113 residents illustrates the frequency with which residents encounter crime in their daily lives. This ratio, though not extreme, suggests that crime is a regular, if not routine, part of community life in Brighouse. The comparison to the UK average reveals deeper disparities: for instance, violence and sexual offences in Brighouse are 38% above the national average, a gap that could reflect local factors such as demographics or policing strategies. Conversely, categories like vehicle crime and shoplifting are significantly below UK averages, pointing to areas where Brighouse may be performing better than the national picture. These contrasting trends highlight the need for nuanced approaches to crime prevention, addressing specific vulnerabilities while building on existing strengths in other areas.