Stotfold Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Stotfold's crime rate in January 2024 stood at 3.8 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 48.6% below the UK average of 7.4. This performance, while consistent with historical trends, reflects a combination of local factors and seasonal influences. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 46.8% of all reported crimes, a proportion that, though high, remains significantly lower than the UK average for this category (2.6 per 1,000). Anti-social behaviour and public order offences followed, each contributing nearly 20% of total crimes. The seasonal context of January—a post-holiday period marked by reduced retail footfall and shorter days—likely contributes to the lower volume of property-related crimes typically associated with busier shopping months. However, the area's violent crime rate, though the largest single category, remains below national benchmarks, suggesting that local community dynamics or policing strategies may play a role. The built-up nature of Stotfold, combined with its relatively small population, may create an environment where crime is less frequent but more concentrated in specific categories, particularly those involving interpersonal interactions. This pattern is consistent with other smaller communities where social cohesion and proximity to services can influence crime profiles. The data also highlights the importance of seasonal rhythms in shaping crime trends, with January's reduced outdoor activity limiting opportunities for certain types of offences. These factors collectively illustrate a place where crime is neither absent nor overwhelming, but where targeted interventions could further address emerging trends in specific categories.

January 2024 saw notable fluctuations in specific crime categories. Other crime and burglary each doubled from December, reflecting a sharp upward trend in these areas. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped by two-thirds, and other theft fell by 75%, suggesting effective local measures or seasonal factors may have influenced these outcomes. The area's violent crime rate—22 incidents, or 1.8 per 1,000—remained 31% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences, a consistent trend that may be linked to Stotfold's smaller, more tightly knit community. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.7 per 1,000, was 29% below the UK average, reinforcing the area's comparative safety in this category. These shifts illustrate how specific crime types can respond to local conditions, even as overall rates remain low.

Stotfold's crime rate in January 2024 rose by 20.4% compared to the previous month, moving from 3.1 to 3.8 per 1,000 residents. This increase, while notable, still leaves the area significantly below the UK average of 7.4. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 2 crimes per day in January—a figure that, while low, reflects the small population of 12,479. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 266 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively sparse nature of criminal activity in this built-up area. This figure, when contextualised against the population size, suggests that most residents are unlikely to encounter crime directly, though the rise in certain categories may warrant closer attention. The shift in crime patterns from December to January also aligns with seasonal factors, such as reduced retail activity and shorter daylight hours, which may influence the types of offences reported.