Cranfield Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In July 2024, Cranfield recorded 46 crimes across a population of 7,824 residents, translating to a crime rate of 5.9 per 1,000. This figure is 29.8% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000, placing the area among the safer regions in the country. The most common crime type was anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 34.8% of all incidents and 38% above the UK average. This category's prominence may be linked to the summer season, when schools are out and tourism peaks, potentially increasing social interactions and disputes in public spaces. Violence and sexual offences followed, contributing 15.2% of total crimes, though this category was 68% below the UK average, a trend consistent with Cranfield's overall safety profile. Other theft and public order offences also featured prominently, with the former 36% above the UK average. Seasonal factors likely play a role in these patterns: the absence of school holidays may reduce youth-related incidents, while the influx of tourists during July could contribute to anti-social behaviour. The data also reveals that shoplifting and burglary rates are 85% and 68% below the UK average, respectively, a reflection of Cranfield's compact, built-up nature, which may limit opportunities for such crimes. Overall, the crime profile illustrates a balance between localised challenges—such as anti-social behaviour—and broader safety advantages, with the area's low overall rate and specific category disparities highlighting the need for targeted community engagement and policing strategies.

July 2024 saw a dramatic 500% increase in other theft, rising from one incident to six. This surge, coupled with a 400% jump in criminal damage and arson, highlights a troubling shift in crime trends. Meanwhile, vehicle crime also rose sharply by 300%, indicating a potential focus on unsecured vehicles in the area. These increases contrast with a 12.5% decrease in violence and sexual offences, which fell from eight to seven. Anti-social behaviour remains the most prevalent category, contributing 34.8% of all crimes and 38% above the UK average. This suggests that community tensions or environmental factors may be exacerbating such incidents during the summer months. The data also shows that shoplifting and burglary rates in Cranfield are 85% and 68% below the UK average, respectively, pointing to a lower risk in these categories. For residents, the sharp rise in other theft and criminal damage underscores the need for heightened awareness and preventive measures in public spaces and homes.

Cranfield's crime rate in July 2024 rose sharply to 5.9 per 1,000 residents, a 91.5% increase from 3.1 per 1,000 in June. This shift underscores a marked acceleration in reported incidents over the past month. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one crime per day during July, a figure that, while low, reflects the concentrated nature of incidents in a relatively small population. Monthly exposure reveals that one reported crime occurred for roughly every 170 residents over the course of the month, a statistic that contextualises the frequency of incidents within the local community. Given Cranfield's population of 7,824, this means the equivalent of 46 crimes distributed across a compact built-up area. While the rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, the month-on-month surge highlights the need for ongoing vigilance and targeted policing strategies. The comparison to the UK average also reveals that certain categories, like anti-social behaviour, are higher in Cranfield, suggesting localised factors that may influence crime patterns differently than in other regions.