Elworth Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Elworth during June 2024 reveals a stark contrast between violent and property crime patterns, with the former dominating the local landscape. Of the 26 total crimes reported, 61.5% were violent offences—specifically violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 16 incidents. This proportion is significantly higher than the UK average for this category, which stands at 2.8 per 1,000 residents. The low property crime rate (4 incidents, or 11.5% of total crimes) contrasts sharply with national trends, suggesting that factors such as community policing strategies or the area's built-up character may be influencing this dynamic. Seasonal context plays a role: as June marks the start of summer, the extended daylight hours and increased social activity could contribute to the elevated incidence of violent crime in public spaces. However, the absence of major tourist attractions or commercial hubs in Elworth means this seasonal pattern may not mirror coastal or urban centres. The breakdown also shows that shoplifting and public order offences remain well below UK averages, with shoplifting rates 52% lower than the national figure. This could be attributed to the area's relatively low retail density compared to larger towns. Meanwhile, the low rate of theft from the person (0.1 per 1,000) suggests that localised prevention measures, such as CCTV coverage or community engagement initiatives, may be effective in deterring such crimes. The overall crime rate of 2.9 per 1,000 residents places Elworth 64.6% below the UK average, a position that reflects the area's small population size and the relative absence of high-risk environments typically associated with higher crime rates.

June 2024 saw notable shifts in crime type distribution, with violent crimes accounting for over two-thirds of all reported incidents—significantly higher than the UK average for this category. The month-on-month changes revealed three specific increases: possession of weapons (from 0 to 1), other crime (from 1 to 2), and theft from the person (from 0 to 1). These increases, though small in absolute terms, represent 100% growth in each category. Conversely, public order offences fell by 66.7% compared to May, and anti-social behaviour decreased by 50%. The UK comparison data reveals that Elworth's violent crime rate is 35% below the national average, while shoplifting rates are 52% below. However, 'other crime' in Elworth is 25% above the UK average, a discrepancy that may reflect local enforcement priorities or reporting patterns. For residents, the most immediate insight is the continued dominance of violent crime—16 incidents in June, compared to just 4 property-related crimes—highlighting the need for targeted safety measures in community spaces.

Elworth's crime rate in June 2024 fell to 2.9 per 1,000 residents, a 10.5% decrease from the previous month's rate of 3.3 per 1,000. This decline continues a trend observed over recent months, though the pace of reduction slowed compared to earlier in the year. On a daily basis, the area saw an average of one reported crime per day in June, a figure that underscores the relatively low crime environment compared to larger urban centres. When scaled to the population, this equates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 344 residents over the course of the month—a ratio that places Elworth well below the UK average for comparable built-up areas. The population context is critical here: with 8,931 residents, the area's small size means even minor fluctuations in crime numbers can be statistically significant. While the overall rate remains stable, the shift in crime type distribution—particularly the rise in weapon-related incidents—deserves closer attention to local patterns that may not be immediately evident in aggregate figures.