Pool and Illogan Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In July 2024, Pool and Illogan recorded a crime rate of 10.4 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 23.8% above the UK average. This figure translates to a daily risk of roughly three crimes per day, a tangible reality for local residents. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 57.4% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (22.8%). These rates are starkly higher than the UK averages for both categories—violence and sexual offences are 111% above the national rate, while anti-social behaviour is 66% above. The seasonal context of July, with schools out and tourism at its peak, likely contributes to these patterns. Increased foot traffic in public spaces, coupled with the area's built-up character, may amplify opportunities for incidents of violence and disorder. Meanwhile, property crimes such as burglary and shoplifting remained relatively low, with burglary at 0.1 per 1,000 (68% below the UK average) and shoplifting at 0.4 per 1,000 (41% below the UK average). This contrast suggests that while personal safety concerns are elevated, property-related risks remain subdued, possibly due to local enforcement efforts or the transient nature of tourist activity. The data also reveals a notable absence of criminal damage and arson compared to the UK average, though this category remains a minor contributor to the overall crime rate. As the summer months progress, the interplay between seasonal events and local policing strategies will likely shape future trends.

July 2024 marked sharp increases in violence and sexual offences, rising by 56.8% to 58 incidents—a rate of 6.0 per 1,000, 111% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour also surged by 76.9%, climbing from 13 to 23 incidents, a trend consistent with peak summer activity and increased public gatherings. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 71.4% (14 to 4), possibly linked to seasonal retail strategies or heightened policing during tourist season. Drug-related crimes saw a 100% increase, jumping from 0 to 2, a shift that may reflect changing patterns in illicit activity during the summer months. These fluctuations highlight how seasonal factors and local events can significantly influence crime dynamics, even as overall rates remain elevated compared to the UK average.

July 2024 saw a 4.2% increase in the crime rate compared to June, rising from 10.0 to 10.4 per 1,000 residents. This places Pool and Illogan 23.8% above the UK average, a disparity that underscores local factors influencing crime patterns. Daily crime data reveals an average of three reported incidents per day, a figure that may resonate more with residents than aggregate rates. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 96 residents, a metric that translates to a tangible sense of exposure for those living in the area. The population context further highlights the significance of this rate: with 9,686 residents, even modest increases in crime can have a measurable impact on community safety. While the UK average provides a benchmark, local conditions—such as seasonal tourism or specific community dynamics—likely shape these figures in ways that differ from national trends.