St Blazey Crime Rate March 2023 | Monthly Statistics

March 2023 saw St Blazey maintain a crime rate significantly below the UK average, with 4.9 crimes per 1,000 residents — 35.5% lower than the national figure of 7.6. The area’s crime profile reveals a distinct pattern, with violence and sexual offences dominating at 38.2% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (17.7%) and criminal damage and arson (14.7%). This balance between violent and property crimes contrasts with the UK average, where property crimes typically outnumber violent ones. The seasonal shift into spring may have influenced patterns, as longer evenings could contribute to increased social interactions in public spaces. Anti-social behaviour remains consistently lower than the UK average, reflecting the area’s smaller, more tightly knit community. However, the rise in criminal damage and arson — 17% above the UK average — suggests a need for vigilance in protecting public and private property. The overall low crime rate underscores St Blazey’s relative safety, but the specific nature of its crime types highlights areas for targeted awareness. As the area transitions into warmer months, local authorities and residents should remain alert to evolving patterns, particularly in community spaces where anti-social behaviour is less prevalent but property-related incidents may gain traction.

The crime mix in March 2023 shows a notable shift, with violent crimes and property crimes each accounting for 38.2% and 38.2% of total incidents respectively — a near-equal split that diverges from the UK average, where property crimes typically dominate. This balance may reflect the area’s unique character, with public spaces and residential areas both contributing to the crime profile. In specific categories, criminal damage and arson (0.7 per 1,000) and burglary (0.4 per 1,000) both exceed UK averages by 17% and 21% respectively, indicating potential vulnerabilities in property security. Conversely, public order offences (0.3 per 1,000) and vehicle crime (0.3 per 1,000) remain significantly below UK averages by 53% and 38%, possibly due to the area’s lower population density and fewer commercial hubs. Residents should be particularly aware of the elevated risk for criminal damage, which may be linked to seasonal factors such as increased outdoor activity during longer evenings. While the overall crime rate remains low, these specific trends warrant targeted attention, especially for property owners and community groups.

In March 2023, St Blazey recorded 34 crimes across its population of 6,970 residents, translating to 1 crime per day on average — a figure that places the area well below the UK’s overall crime rate. Over the course of the month, this equated to 1 reported crime for every 205 residents, highlighting the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban centres. When scaled to the area’s population, this monthly exposure rate illustrates the safety of St Blazey, where residents face a far lower likelihood of encountering crime than the UK average. The daily crime count of 1 per day is a local metric unique to St Blazey, with no direct national comparison available. This low frequency contrasts sharply with the UK’s higher overall rate, particularly in categories such as burglary and criminal damage, where St Blazey’s rates remain lower. However, the elevated levels of criminal damage and arson compared to the UK average suggest that while the area is generally safe, specific vulnerabilities exist that require localised awareness. The combination of low daily crime counts and targeted risks in certain categories underscores the importance of community vigilance and tailored prevention efforts.