Shavington Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Shavington's crime rate of 4.2 per 1,000 residents in July 2023 places it 49.4% below the UK average of 8.3 per 1,000, a significant achievement that reflects effective local policing or community initiatives. The area's crime profile is dominated by violent and sexual offences, which accounted for 62.5% of all incidents (15 cases), followed by shoplifting (12.5%, 3 cases) and public order offences (4.2%, 1 case). This distribution suggests a focus on interpersonal crime rather than property-related issues, a pattern often seen in built-up areas with strong community ties. The seasonal context of July—peak summer, school holidays, and potential tourism activity—may have influenced these figures. While violent crime rates remain slightly below the UK average, the low incidence of public order offences (68% below the UK average) and other theft (70% below) indicates that Shavington's environment may discourage anti-social behaviour through factors like community engagement or environmental design. However, the absence of property crimes such as burglary (39% below UK average) raises questions about whether the area's security measures or demographic makeup (a mix of older and middle-aged residents) contribute to this trend. The overall picture, while positive, warrants continued monitoring to ensure that the low crime rate is sustained through the summer months.

July 2023 saw a marked reduction in public order offences, which fell by 75% from June's figure of four to just one incident. This decline aligns with the summer season's typical patterns, where increased community activity and longer daylight hours may deter disorderly conduct. Similarly, other theft offences dropped by two-thirds, from three to one, a trend consistent with seasonal shifts in criminal opportunity. While these decreases are encouraging, two categories rose sharply: vehicle crime and possession of weapons, both doubling from zero to one incident. This uptick may reflect the summer's higher foot traffic in residential areas or the presence of summer festivals, which could create transient opportunities for such crimes. The area's violent crime rate of 2.7 per 1,000 remains 3% below the UK average, a statistic that highlights Shavington's relative success in managing violent incidents despite the summer's usual challenges.

Shavington's crime rate in July 2023 stood at 4.2 per 1,000 residents, marking a 20.0% decrease from the previous month's rate of 5.3 per 1,000. This decline suggests a sustained improvement in local safety metrics, though seasonal factors may have played a role. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day in July, a figure that reflects the low overall rate but remains relevant for residents assessing local risk. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 236 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Shavington well below the UK average when scaled to population size. While this statistic does not account for daily fluctuations, it offers a clear picture of the area's relative safety compared to national benchmarks. The population context—5,664 residents—further underscores how even small changes in crime numbers translate to meaningful differences in per capita rates.