Brighouse Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Brighouse's crime profile in May 2024, accounting for 43% of all reported crimes (105 incidents). This category, at 3.2 per 1,000 residents, sits 13% above the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000, a figure that may be partially explained by the area's social dynamics during the spring season. The overall crime rate of 7.5 per 1,000 residents marked a 10.7% reduction from the UK average, positioning Brighouse as a relatively safer area compared to national benchmarks. Public order offences (25 cases) followed closely, contributing 10.3% of total crimes, with their rate (0.8 per 1,000) 27% above the UK average. This could reflect increased outdoor activity during May's longer evenings, a trend consistent with the area's seasonal rhythms. The breakdown also shows significant disparities: anti-social behaviour (0.5 per 1,000) is 66% below the UK average, while other crime (0.4 per 1,000) is 135% above, highlighting the complexity of local crime patterns. These figures suggest a mix of factors influencing Brighouse's crime profile, from community engagement initiatives to environmental considerations. The absence of major spikes in property crimes—such as burglary (0.4 per 1,000) or vehicle crime (0.5 per 1,000)—contrasts with the sharp rise in bicycle theft, which may indicate a shift in criminal focus during the warmer months. This interplay between local conditions and broader trends underscores the need for nuanced analysis when interpreting crime statistics.

May 2024 saw a 33.3% decrease in burglary cases compared to April, with incidents dropping from 18 to 12. This decline may reflect heightened community awareness or targeted policing efforts in high-risk areas. Conversely, bicycle theft surged by 100% (from 0 to 1 case), a spike that could indicate increased cycling activity during the warmer months. The breakdown of crime types reveals that Brighouse's rate of violence and sexual offences (3.2 per 1,000) is 13% above the UK average, a figure that may be linked to the area's social dynamics during the spring season. Anti-social behaviour also decreased by 23.8%, influenced by the transition from winter to spring. These shifts underscore the importance of monitoring seasonal fluctuations in crime patterns. Residents may find the 100% increase in bicycle theft particularly noteworthy, as it highlights a new vulnerability in local crime trends.

Brighouse's crime rate in May 2024 (7.5 per 1,000) marks a 5.1% decrease from April's 7.9 per 1,000, reflecting a slight downward trend in overall criminal activity. This monthly shift aligns with seasonal patterns, as longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising in May may have influenced reporting behaviours. On a daily basis, 8 crimes were reported per day in Brighouse during May, a figure that contextualises the pace of criminal activity in the area. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 134 residents, illustrating the scale of exposure for the local population. When compared to the UK average, Brighouse's rate remains 10.7% lower, suggesting a relatively safer environment than the national average. However, this comparison must be interpreted cautiously, as local factors such as community engagement initiatives or demographic characteristics may contribute to this disparity. The population context further highlights that, despite the 244 total crimes reported, the rate per 1,000 residents remains below the UK average, reinforcing the importance of area-specific analysis in crime statistics.