Sandy Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Sandy's overall crime rate in January 2026 stood at 5.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 17.6% below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This continued trend of lower-than-average crime aligns with the area's character as a largely rural settlement with a built-up core, where community cohesion and lower population density may contribute to reduced opportunities for certain types of crime. The most significant category was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 46.7% of all reported crimes, slightly above the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000 (4% higher). Anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, was 35% below the UK average, reflecting the area's generally quiet residential character. Seasonal factors likely played a role in the crime profile, with January's post-holiday period and shorter daylight hours potentially reducing retail footfall and outdoor activities typically linked to shoplifting or vehicle crime. The breakdown also showed notable underperformance in property crimes compared to the UK, with shoplifting at 65% below average and vehicle crime at 73% below, consistent with the area's lower commercial density and fewer public transport hubs. These patterns suggest that while violence remains a concern, the built-up area's limited retail presence and strong community networks may help mitigate other crime types.

January 2026 saw significant reductions in several crime categories, with vehicle crime plummeting by 66.7% (from 3 to 1) and other theft dropping by 50% (from 2 to 1). These decreases may reflect the seasonal lull in activity typical of January, with colder weather and post-holiday retail quietness reducing opportunities for vehicle-related offences and petty theft. Conversely, robbery increased by 100% (from 0 to 1), marking a rare spike in this category. Public order offences also doubled (from 3 to 6), suggesting potential challenges in managing behaviour during colder months or around specific events. Anti-social behaviour remained 35% below the UK average, with 6 incidents reported (0.6 per 1,000), reinforcing the area's generally low levels of disruptive activity. Violence and sexual offences, while accounting for nearly half of all crimes, were only 4% above the UK average, indicating that local efforts to address this category may be having some impact. The sharp increase in 'other crime' (from 3 to 6) highlights the need for further analysis into what specific activities this category encompasses, though the 275% gap compared to the UK average suggests these incidents remain relatively rare in Sandy.

Sandy's crime rate in January 2026 (5.6 per 1,000) represented a 4.7% decrease from the previous month's rate of 5.9 per 1,000, illustrating a sustained downward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that aligns with the built-up area's generally low crime profile. When considering the population context, the monthly exposure of 1 reported crime for every 178 residents provides a tangible measure of risk for local residents, though this remains significantly lower than the UK average. The comparison with the previous month also reveals a shift in crime patterns, with vehicle crime and other theft declining sharply while public order offences rose. This contrast underscores the seasonal nature of certain crimes, with January's shorter days and reduced outdoor activity likely contributing to lower vehicle-related incidents. The population-scaled perspective further highlights that Sandy's residents face a lower risk of encountering crime compared to the national average, with the area's crime rate continuing to outperform the UK benchmark by a consistent margin. These figures suggest that local factors, such as community engagement and the area's physical layout, may be playing a role in maintaining this lower-than-average crime environment.