Quorndon Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Quorndon's overall crime rate for July 2024 stood at 5.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 32.1% below the UK average of 8.4. This figure marks a continuation of Quorndon's generally lower crime profile compared to national trends. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 32.3% of all reported crimes, followed by criminal damage and arson at 12.9%. The seasonal context of July—peak summer, school holidays, and a surge in tourism and festivals—may contribute to patterns observed, such as the prominence of public order issues and violence. While the area's built-up nature and proximity to Charnwood's recreational spaces likely drive some activity, the low overall rate suggests a community with relatively effective local policing or environmental factors that deter crime. However, the persistence of violent crime, even at a lower rate than the UK average, indicates areas for continued vigilance. The data also highlights Quorndon's divergence from national norms in specific categories, such as the significantly lower rate of anti-social behaviour (72% below the UK average) and the higher incidence of burglary (94% above the UK average), which may reflect local demographics or land use patterns.

July 2024 revealed sharp increases in three specific crime categories: possession of weapons, vehicle crime, and drug-related offences, each rising by 100% compared to June. This spike in possession of weapons—jumping from zero to one reported incident—raises immediate concerns for residents, particularly given the area's seasonal influx of visitors and the potential for unregulated interactions during festivals. Vehicle crime also saw an unexpected jump, with one reported incident in July, possibly linked to increased vehicle movement during summer events or temporary parking arrangements. Drug-related offences, which previously had no reports, now account for 3.2% of total crimes, suggesting a shift in local dynamics that may require further monitoring. In contrast, anti-social behaviour and other theft both declined, with anti-social behaviour dropping by 33.3% (from three to two incidents) and other theft falling by 25% (from four to three). These reductions may reflect the effectiveness of local initiatives or the natural fluctuation of seasonal activity. Violence and sexual offences remain below the UK average, with their rate (1.9 per 1,000) 33% lower than the national figure of 2.9 per 1,000, a trend that could be attributed to Quorndon's relatively stable community environment despite the summer's usual pressures.

Quorndon's crime rate in July 2024 fell to 5.7 per 1,000 residents, a 6.1% decrease from June's rate of 6.1. This decline, though modest, aligns with broader trends observed in the area's historical data, which often shows seasonal fluctuations. On a daily basis, the month saw an average of one crime reported per day, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure of one crime for every 175 residents. While this ratio is relatively low, it underscores the need for continued vigilance, particularly given the sharp increases in possession of weapons and vehicle crime. The population of 5,412 further contextualises these numbers: even a small absolute change in crime count can represent a significant shift in risk for individuals. Comparing Quorndon's figures to the UK average reveals a stark contrast in certain categories, such as burglary (94% above the UK rate), which may reflect the area's built-up nature and potential vulnerabilities in property security. Conversely, the significantly lower rates of anti-social behaviour (72% below the UK average) suggest that local governance or community engagement strategies may be effectively mitigating such issues. These comparisons highlight the importance of tailoring public safety measures to Quorndon's specific context rather than relying solely on national benchmarks.