Ampthill Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Ampthill’s crime profile in June 2023, contributing 32.3% of total reported crimes. This category alone stands at 1.1 per 1,000 residents, 62% below the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000. The area’s overall crime rate of 3.4 per 1,000 residents is 60% lower than the UK average of 8.5, reflecting a stark contrast to national trends. Anti-social behaviour follows closely at 29.0% of total crimes, with a rate of 1.0 per 1,000 — 32% below the UK average. These figures highlight a pattern where property-related crimes (theft, burglary) are less prevalent compared to violent and disorderly incidents, suggesting a local dynamic where interpersonal conflicts or community tensions may play a role. Seasonal factors could influence these trends; June marks the beginning of summer, a time when outdoor activity increases and tourism may start to rise in nearby rural areas. However, Ampthill’s built-up nature — likely characterised by a mix of residential and commercial zones — may contribute to higher rates of anti-social behaviour compared to more isolated regions. The relatively low property crime rate (12 total crimes, 38.7% of all incidents) contrasts with the UK’s broader mix, where property crimes often dominate. This divergence may reflect Ampthill’s specific demographic profile, such as a higher proportion of older residents or a lower density of high-value retail areas that typically drive theft. The data also shows a consistent underperformance of vehicle crime (0.3 per 1,000) compared to the UK average of 0.5, linked to fewer parked vehicles in residential areas or effective local enforcement strategies. While the seasonal context of longer days and warmer weather may increase opportunities for certain crimes, the overall low crime rate suggests a community with strong local policing or social cohesion mechanisms that mitigate typical summer crime spikes.

June 2023 saw a 300% increase in 'other theft' crimes, rising from 1 to 4 incidents — a sharp upward trend that outpaces most other categories. This surge may indicate targeted activity or a shift in criminal focus, though can be inferred from the data alone. Concurrently, anti-social behaviour fell by 40%, dropping from 15 to 9 incidents. This decline could reflect seasonal changes in community engagement or the impact of local initiatives during the early summer months. Violent crimes also rose by 42.9%, with 10 incidents recorded — the highest total for any category. This increase, though modest in absolute terms, is notable given the already low baseline for violence in Ampthill. When compared to the UK average, violence and sexual offences remain 62% below the national rate, suggesting that while local rates have increased, they remain far from typical urban levels. The contrast between property crime trends and violent crime trends is stark: vehicle crime fell by 25% (from 4 to 3), and burglary remained at a single incident. These property crime categories are all significantly below UK averages, with burglary at 69% below the national rate. Residents may find the 300% rise in 'other theft' particularly noteworthy, as it highlights a specific vulnerability that could warrant targeted awareness campaigns. The data also shows that theft from the person — a category often linked to tourist areas — rose by 100%, though it remains at a very low level (1 incident). This suggests that while Ampthill is not a major tourist destination, isolated incidents may still occur, during the early stages of the summer season.

Ampthill’s crime rate in June 2023 (3.4 per 1,000) represents a 20.5% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 4.3 per 1,000, indicating a downward trend in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 1 crime per day — a figure that, while seemingly low, reflects the small population of 9,063 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 292 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than many larger urban centres. This statistic places Ampthill in a category where residents are far less likely to encounter crime compared to the UK average, which would equate to roughly 1 in 116 residents experiencing a crime in a typical month. The population-scaled perspective further highlights the area’s relative safety: with only 31 total crimes recorded, Ampthill’s crime burden is spread across a tightly knit community, potentially allowing for more effective local policing and community engagement. The previous month’s rate (4.3 per 1,000) was higher, suggesting that June’s figures may be influenced by factors such as the start of the summer season, which could have led to increased community activity or targeted interventions. While the daily crime count is a useful metric for residents, this is a localised figure and should not be directly compared to national averages, which are based on vastly different population sizes and urban structures. The combination of a declining trend and consistently low rates reinforces the notion that Ampthill is a relatively safe built-up area, though the 300% increase in 'other theft' warrants further attention from local authorities.