Rural Cornwall Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In June 2024, Rural Cornwall maintained a crime rate of 4.1 per 1,000 residents—50% below the UK average of 8.2. This per-capita perspective translates to a daily risk of 16 crimes across the built-up area, with one in every 246 residents experiencing a reported incident over the month. The area's crime profile is shaped by seasonal dynamics, as the start of summer brings increased tourism to rural coastal regions. Violence and sexual offences (193 cases) accounted for 39.9% of total crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (92 cases) and criminal damage (57 cases). These patterns align with the area's character as a rural region with pockets of urban activity, where public spaces may see higher concentrations of anti-social behaviour during peak tourist hours. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.8 per 1,000, making Rural Cornwall's rate 42% lower. However, the local context of rural isolation may contribute to unique challenges in addressing property crimes like burglary, which saw a notable 108.3% increase compared to May. While the overall rate remains well below national benchmarks, the seasonal context of June—as the longest days of the year begin—likely influences both the visibility of crime and the frequency of incidents in outdoor spaces.

June saw a 108.3% rise in burglaries, jumping from 12 to 25 incidents, a stark contrast to the 31% UK average for this category. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences fell by 10.6%, declining from 216 to 193 cases—a shift that may reflect seasonal changes as summer tourism begins. The area's violence rate of 1.6 per 1,000 is 42% below the UK average, though the 84% gap in shoplifting figures (0.1 vs 0.6 per 1,000) suggests rural areas may face distinct challenges in retail crime prevention. Possession of weapons surged by 200%, rising from 1 to 3 cases, a category where the area is 100% below the UK average. These fluctuations highlight the need for tailored strategies to address both rising and declining trends.

Rural Cornwall's crime rate in June 2024 rose by 3.3% compared to May, moving from 3.9 to 4.1 per 1,000 residents. This slight upward trend contrasts with the broader UK context, where the area remains 50% below the national average. Locally, the daily crime count averaged 16 incidents over the month, translating to one reported crime for every 246 residents. This figure underscores the relatively low risk profile of the area, even as specific categories like burglary saw notable increases. The population-scaled perspective reveals that over 119,000 residents, the monthly crime rate equates to a 0.4% chance of experiencing a crime. This statistic, while small, highlights the importance of targeted local measures to address rising trends in specific categories without overgeneralising the overall safety profile.