Birstall Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Birstall's crime rate in July 2023 remained lower than the UK average, with 3.7 crimes per 1,000 residents—55.4% below the national figure of 8.3. This performance reflects a combination of sustained low violent crime rates and a balanced distribution of property-related offences. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 32.2% of total crimes, marking a significant decline from previous months, though still 57% below the UK average. Vehicle crime, the second most common category, rose to 17.0% of all crimes, a 42.9% increase from June, but remains below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, which surged by 100% to 10.2% of total crimes, highlights the challenges of managing community disturbances in a built-up area. The summer months, typically associated with increased tourism and outdoor events, may have contributed to fluctuations in crime patterns. However, the overall rate suggests that Birstall's relatively low population density and community-focused policing strategies likely play a role in maintaining these figures. As a built-up area within Charnwood, Birstall's crime profile aligns with smaller urban centres where targeted interventions can have a measurable impact on crime reduction.

July 2023 saw a marked reduction in violence and sexual offences, with a 44.1% decrease from June's 34 cases to 19. This drop, though significant, contrasts with increases in burglary and anti-social behaviour, which both doubled from zero to 5 and 6 cases respectively. Vehicle crime also rose by 42.9%, moving from 7 to 10 incidents, a trend that places this category 25% above the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences in Birstall remain 57% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000, illustrating a consistent pattern of lower violent crime compared to national statistics. The sharp increase in burglary, though statistically notable, is still below the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. These shifts suggest that while violent crime has decreased, property-related issues are becoming more prominent, possibly influenced by seasonal factors such as increased outdoor activity and events.

Birstall's crime rate in July 2023 stood at 3.7 per 1,000 residents, a slight decrease of 3.1% from June's 3.8 per 1,000. This marks the third consecutive month of decline, though the rate remains significantly lower than the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 271 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate highlights the relatively low frequency of crime compared to national benchmarks, with Birstall's population of 15,994 contributing to a manageable crime environment. The shift in crime mix from June to July shows a notable decrease in violent offences, which fell by 44.1%, while property-related crimes such as vehicle crime rose by 42.9%. These fluctuations suggest seasonal influences, as summer months often see changes in community activity and outdoor events that may impact crime patterns.