St Agnes Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated St Agnes’ crime profile in December 2024, accounting for 88.9% of all reported incidents — a stark contrast to the UK average, where such crimes make up 45% of the national total. The area’s overall crime rate of 1.5 per 1,000 residents places it 78.9% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, a gap that reflects both the small population and the unique characteristics of this built-up area in Cornwall. While the low rate suggests a generally safe environment, the seasonal context of December — marked by dark evenings, empty homes during the holidays, and the peak of Christmas shopping — may have created conditions that temporarily increased the risk of violent crime. This is particularly evident in the sharp rise from 3 to 8 violent incidents, which, though still extremely low in absolute terms, indicates a shift in criminal activity patterns. The small population and geographic isolation of St Agnes likely contribute to the limited opportunities for crime, but the dominance of violent offences over property crimes suggests that local dynamics, such as community interactions and seasonal gatherings, may play a role. The UK comparison further highlights how even the most common crime type in St Agnes remains significantly under the national average, reinforcing the area’s status as one of the safest in the country. However, the seasonal fluctuations in December serve as a reminder that crime patterns can vary with local rhythms, even in areas with consistently low rates.

December 2024 saw a 166.7% increase in violent and sexual offences, rising from 3 to 8 incidents. This surge, despite the overall low crime rate, underscores a stark contrast in the types of crimes dominating the statistics — violent crimes accounted for 88.9% of the total, far exceeding property crimes (11.1%). The violent crime rate in St Agnes (1.4 per 1,000) is 45% below the UK average (2.6 per 1,000), illustrating how even the most common crime type remains significantly under the national benchmark. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson fell by 50.0%, dropping from 2 to 1 incident, a decrease that may reflect seasonal factors such as reduced outdoor activity or fewer opportunities for such crimes during the holidays. For residents, the dominance of violent crimes — even at such low levels — highlights the importance of community vigilance during the festive season.

St Agnes’ crime rate in December 2024 rose 28.8% compared to the previous month, moving from 1.2 to 1.5 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest in absolute terms, reflects a shift in crime patterns during the festive season. Daily crime data shows an average of roughly 0 crimes per day over the month, highlighting the exceptionally low baseline in this area. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 659 residents — a figure that contextualises the rarity of incidents for local residents. While this rate is far below the UK average, the rise in violent crime suggests a need to monitor seasonal fluctuations. The population context further underscores that, despite the increase, St Agnes remains one of the safest areas in the UK, with crime levels consistently dwarfing national averages. This low density of incidents, combined with the area’s geographic isolation, may contribute to the limited opportunities for crime, though the seasonal factors in December appear to have temporarily altered the balance.