St Blazey Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

St Blazey's crime rate in January 2024 stood at 4.9 per 1,000 residents, a figure 33.8% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This performance places the area among the safer built-up regions in the UK, though the crime profile reveals nuanced patterns. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 41.2% of all reported crimes, yet their rate (2.0 per 1,000) remains 23% below the UK average — a disparity likely influenced by the area's small population and rural-urban hybrid character. The second most common category, criminal damage and arson, saw a 500% month-on-month increase, though it still lags behind the UK rate by 38%. Seasonal factors appear to play a role: January's post-holiday period, shorter days, and reduced retail footfall may have contributed to a shift in crime patterns, with fewer outdoor incidents and more indoor-related offences. The area's low overall rate is consistent with its status as a small built-up area within Cornwall, where community cohesion and limited urban density may naturally suppress certain crime types. However, the sharp rise in criminal damage and arson suggests a need for targeted interventions, particularly in areas prone to vandalism or arson during colder months. These dynamics illustrate the combination of local geography, population size, and seasonal rhythms in shaping crime trends.

January 2024 saw a dramatic 500% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from one incident to six — a jump that outpaces all other crime type changes. This surge, though small in absolute terms, may reflect seasonal factors such as post-holiday property neglect or increased winter-related incidents. Conversely, violent crimes fell by 33.3% from 21 to 14, aligning with the area's broader trend of being 23% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences. This category accounted for 41.2% of all crimes, yet its rate (2.0 per 1,000) remains significantly lower than the UK's 2.6 per 1,000. Other notable disparities include possession of weapons, which was 471% above the UK average (0.4 vs 0.1 per 1,000), suggesting a potential hotspot for weapons-related incidents. Residents may find the 500% increase in criminal damage particularly concerning, as it indicates a sharp shift in local crime dynamics that warrants closer monitoring.

St Blazey's crime rate in January 2024 rose 13.5% compared to December 2023, moving from 4.3 to 4.9 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, contrasts with the area's historically low crime profile. On a daily basis, 34 total crimes over 31 days equate to roughly one crime per day — a figure that, while small, underscores the need for vigilance in local communities. Monthly exposure reveals that over the course of January, one reported crime occurred for every 205 residents. For context, this equates to a 1-in-205 chance of experiencing a crime during the month, a statistic that may feel more tangible for residents than abstract rates. The population of 6,970 means each individual's risk is proportionally diluted, though localised patterns — such as the 500% spike in criminal damage and arson — suggest targeted issues requiring attention. These figures, when paired with the area's rural-urban hybrid character, highlight the importance of community-focused policing strategies that balance the needs of a small built-up area within Cornwall's broader landscape.