Redruth Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Redruth's anti-social behaviour rate in May 2023 stood at 2.1 per 1,000, 58% above the UK average of 1.3 per 1,000. This marked contrast to the area's overall crime rate of 6.4 per 1,000—20% below the UK's 8.0 per 1,000—reveals a combination of specific local issues and broader trends. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime picture, accounting for 36.8% of all reported crimes (28 incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (32.9%, 25 incidents). The seasonal context of May, with extended evenings and increased outdoor socialising, likely contributes to these patterns. The area's relatively low overall crime rate, despite higher anti-social behaviour, suggests effective local policing or community engagement in other categories. Violent crime, while the most common single category, remained 14% below the UK average for this category (2.8 per 1,000). Property crimes, though lower in absolute numbers (17 incidents), constituted only 22.4% of total crimes, reflecting a shift towards more personal or public order incidents compared to other areas. This balance may relate to Redruth's character as a small built-up area within Cornwall, where community policing and local initiatives could influence crime dynamics. The data also shows a marked underperformance in shoplifting (80% below the UK average) and public order offences (70% below the UK average), linked to the area's smaller retail footprint or lower tourist activity compared to coastal resorts.

May 2023 saw a 100% increase in other theft (from 0 to 4 incidents) and vehicle crime (from 0 to 4), while other crime also doubled. These jumps, though small in absolute terms, suggest emerging patterns warranting attention. Anti-social behaviour, already 58% above the UK average, fell by 10.7% month-on-month (from 28 to 25), possibly reflecting temporary reductions in outdoor gatherings. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson dropped 11.1% (from 9 to 8), though this category remained 13% above the UK average. The violent crime rate (2.4 per 1,000) was 14% below the UK average, highlighting a stark contrast with anti-social behaviour's performance. Residents might note that public order offences were 70% below the UK average (0.2 per 1,000 vs 0.7 per 1,000), suggesting effective local management of disruptive behaviour. The sharp rise in other theft and vehicle crime, however, indicates potential vulnerabilities in unmonitored areas or parking spaces. These increases, while not statistically significant due to small numbers, could signal the need for targeted interventions. The mix of crime types also shifted slightly towards violence (36.8% share) compared to property crimes (22.4%), a trend consistent with seasonal factors such as increased socialising in the evenings.

Redruth's crime rate in May 2023 (6.4 per 1,000) rose 7.0% compared to April's 6.0 per 1,000, though it remains significantly below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day in May, a figure that may feel more tangible for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 157 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Redruth among the safer areas in the UK. When scaled to the local population of 11,916, this equates to 76 crimes distributed across a relatively small community, which may amplify the impact of individual incidents. The previous month's rate (6.0 per 1,000) was slightly lower, suggesting that the 7.0% increase reflects seasonal fluctuations rather than a sustained upward trend. This context is important for residents assessing local safety: while the rate has risen, it remains well below the UK average and is accompanied by a marked underperformance in categories like shoplifting and public order offences. The daily crime count, though low, provides a concrete reference point for understanding the pace of incidents in a community where most residents are likely familiar with their neighbours. The population-scaled perspective further underscores that Redruth's crime burden is lighter than the national average, even as specific categories like anti-social behaviour show localised spikes.