Ampthill Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Ampthill's crime rate in September 2023 stood at 4.4 per 1,000 residents, placing it 45% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This marked improvement in safety is evident across multiple categories, with violence and sexual offences at 1.8 per 1,000—34% below the UK average—and anti-social behaviour at 0.8 per 1,000, 40% below the national rate. The area's crime profile reflects a balance between property and violent crimes, with 13 property crimes and 16 violent crimes reported. Seasonal factors, such as the back-to-school period and the onset of shorter evenings, likely influence these patterns, though the overall low crime rate suggests a stable environment. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 40% of all crimes, a figure that, while significant, remains lower than the UK average. Vehicle crime, however, emerged as an outlier, with 8 incidents reported—88% above the UK average—potentially linked to increased traffic during the transition from summer to autumn. The data illustrates a combination of local demographics and seasonal rhythms, with Ampthill's small population and built-up character contributing to its relatively low crime levels compared to larger urban centres.

September 2023 saw a dramatic 700% increase in vehicle crime, rising from one to eight incidents. This sharp rise may partly explain the overall 5.3% increase in the area's crime rate compared to August. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour fell by 61.1%, dropping from 18 to 7 incidents, marking one of the most significant decreases in the data set. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common crime type, accounting for 40% of all incidents, yet this category was 34% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. Vehicle crime, however, stood out as 88% above the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000, highlighting a localised issue that warrants attention. Residents may find the 700% surge in vehicle crime particularly concerning, given its potential link to seasonal factors such as increased traffic during the back-to-school period.

Ampthill's crime rate in September 2023 rose by 5.3% compared to August, moving from 4.2 to 4.4 per 1,000 residents. While this increase is modest, it contrasts with the broader trend of sustained low crime levels in the area. On a daily basis, the 40 total crimes reported over 30 days equate to roughly one crime per day, a figure that reflects the relatively small population of 9,063. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 227 residents, illustrating the low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. This monthly exposure statistic, when considered alongside the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, underscores Ampthill's position as a safer place compared to the national picture. The population-scaled perspective also highlights how infrequent crimes are in daily life here, even with the slight upward trend in September.