Quorndon Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Quorndon’s built-up area recorded 29 crimes in September 2023, a figure that translates to 5.4 crimes per 1,000 residents—32.5% below the UK average of 8.0. This rate, while modest, reflects the local impact of crime in a relatively small population of 5,412. The most common offences were violence and sexual offences (9 incidents, 31% of total), shoplifting (5, 17.2%), and anti-social behaviour (4, 13.8%). The seasonal context of September, marked by the return to school and university freshers, may have influenced these patterns. For instance, the surge in shoplifting could be linked to increased foot traffic in retail areas, while the rise in criminal damage and arson might reflect the transition to darker evenings. Conversely, the drop in public order offences and other theft may indicate reduced nightlife activity or heightened community awareness. Quorndon’s crime profile, though generally low, shows variability that aligns with local rhythms. The area’s built-up character, with its mix of residential and commercial spaces, likely contributes to the balance between property and violent crime. While the overall rate remains below the UK average, the sharp increase in shoplifting and criminal damage underscores the need for targeted interventions in high-traffic areas during the autumn months.

September 2023 saw dramatic shifts in crime patterns, with shoplifting increasing by 400% (from 1 to 5 incidents) and criminal damage and arson rising by 300% (from 1 to 4). These spikes contrast sharply with a 60% decline in other theft (from 5 to 2) and a 40% drop in public order offences (from 5 to 3). Shoplifting, now accounting for 17.2% of all crimes, is 61% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, suggesting local factors such as retail foot traffic or seasonal shopping activity may be driving this trend. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences—31% of all crimes—remain 38% below the UK average, a figure that may reflect Quorndon’s relatively stable community dynamics. The 100% increase in burglary, from 0 to 1 incident, highlights the need for continued vigilance in residential areas, even as overall rates remain low.

Quorndon’s crime rate in September 2023 rose to 5.4 per 1,000 residents, an 11.7% increase from August’s 4.8. This translates to roughly one crime reported per day over the 30-day period, a figure that may reflect heightened activity during the back-to-school and university freshers’ period. On a monthly scale, the 29 crimes recorded mean that one resident in every 187 experienced a crime during the month—a rate that, while modest, underscores the local impact of even low-level incidents. When scaled to the area’s population of 5,412, this equates to a manageable but noticeable level of exposure for residents. The slight upward trend could be influenced by seasonal factors, such as increased foot traffic in the town’s retail and educational hubs, though no definitive causal link is established. The daily crime count, while low, serves as a reminder that even a small number of incidents can have a tangible effect on community perception and safety planning.