Pool and Illogan Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For an area of 9,686 residents, 105 crimes were recorded in August 2024 — equating to one reported crime for roughly every 92 residents over the month. This brings Pool and Illogan’s crime rate to 10.8 per 1,000 people, 31.7% above the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. The most common crimes were anti-social behaviour (35 incidents, 33.3% of total), violence and sexual offences (33, 31.4%), and shoplifting (10, 9.5%). Anti-social behaviour alone exceeded the UK average by 150%, with 3.6 per 1,000 residents compared to the national rate of 1.4. August, as a peak holiday month, likely contributes to heightened activity in the area, though the exact relationship between seasonal tourism and crime patterns remains complex. The town’s built-up character within Cornwall may amplify public order issues, while its proximity to coastal areas could influence both residential and commercial crime dynamics. Violent crime rates in Pool and Illogan are 26% above the UK average, suggesting a persistent challenge in managing interpersonal disputes and public safety. This data illustrates an area where community engagement and targeted policing may play a crucial role in addressing rising anti-social behaviour and shoplifting incidents.

August 2024 saw significant shifts in crime trends compared to July, with burglary incidents surging by 200% (from 1 to 3) and shoplifting rising by 150% (from 4 to 10). These increases align with August’s role as a peak holiday month, when empty homes and increased foot traffic may create opportunities for opportunistic crime. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences fell by 43.1% (from 58 to 33), a drop that may reflect seasonal patterns in local nightlife activity or improved policing during summer months. Anti-social behaviour remains a dominant issue, contributing 33.3% of all crimes — 150% above the UK average. This category’s persistence highlights ongoing challenges in managing public order, particularly in built-up areas. Vehicle crime also rose slightly, with 5 incidents recorded (0.5 per 1,000), 11% above the UK average, linked to increased tourism and temporary vehicle storage. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 20% (from 5 to 4), and public order offences dropped by 37%, suggesting some success in addressing these categories. Residents may find the 150% increase in shoplifting particularly concerning, as it indicates a need for enhanced retail security measures during peak tourist periods.

The crime rate in Pool and Illogan rose by 3.9% from July’s 10.4 per 1,000 to August’s 10.8 per 1,000, reflecting a slight upward trend. Over the course of the month, this translated to approximately 3 crimes reported each day — a local figure that provides context for daily life in the area. When scaled to the population, the 105 total crimes meant one reported incident occurred for every 92 residents, a monthly aggregate that underscores the frequency of crime in a relatively small community. This rate is higher than the UK average, with anti-social behaviour and violent crime both exceeding national levels by substantial margins. The built-up nature of Pool and Illogan, combined with its location within Cornwall, may contribute to these disparities compared to more rural or urban areas. While the increase in burglary and shoplifting highlights vulnerabilities during peak holiday periods, the decrease in violence and sexual offences suggests that targeted interventions or seasonal shifts in activity may have had a mitigating effect. The 3.9% rise, though modest, indicates a need for continued monitoring of trends that could be influenced by both local factors and broader regional patterns.