Shefford Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Shefford’s crime profile in June 2024 was dominated by anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 32.4% of all reported crimes and was 236% above the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000. This category alone, at 4.7 per 1,000, far outpaced other types, reflecting a pattern that may be linked to the area’s built-up character and seasonal activity. The overall crime rate of 14.4 per 1,000 placed Shefford 75.6% above the UK average of 8.2, a stark contrast that suggests local factors are driving higher-than-national rates. Violence and sexual offences followed closely, contributing 25.2% of total crimes at 3.6 per 1,000, 30% above the UK average. Shoplifting, at 1.8 per 1,000, was also 190% above the national figure, pointing to potential vulnerabilities in retail areas. The seasonal context of June—a time when tourism begins and longer evenings may influence social activity—may contribute to these trends. While property crimes accounted for 32.4% of incidents, the dominance of anti-social behaviour underscores the need for community-focused interventions. The area’s built-up nature, combined with the start of summer, likely amplifies social interactions that could lead to such incidents, though further analysis is required to confirm this hypothesis.

June 2024 saw a dramatic rise in anti-social behaviour, surging by 260% compared to the previous month, with 36 incidents reported. This category alone contributes 32.4% of all crimes, far exceeding the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000. Public order offences also spiked by 233.3%, rising from three to ten incidents, while criminal damage and arson increased by 125%, from four to nine. In contrast, vehicle crime dropped by 50%, falling from eight to four incidents—a shift that may reflect seasonal changes or targeted policing efforts. Other theft decreased by 14.3%, though the overall crime mix remains heavily skewed towards property-related issues, with property crimes accounting for 32.4% of all incidents. These fluctuations highlight the volatility of crime patterns and the need for tailored community strategies to address rising anti-social behaviour.

Shefford’s crime rate in June 2024 rose to 14.4 per 1,000 residents, a 73.4% increase from the previous month’s rate of 8.3. This surge places the area significantly above the UK average, with the overall rate 75.6% higher than the national figure. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly four crimes per day, a figure that, while localised, highlights the frequency of incidents. Over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for every 69 residents, a monthly exposure that underscores the need for community vigilance. This rate is higher than the UK’s average monthly exposure, which is not provided here but contextually suggests a stark contrast. The population-scaled perspective reveals that residents face a higher likelihood of encountering crime compared to the national average, though local factors such as community dynamics and seasonal activity may contribute to this disparity.