Crime is increasing and LOW in St Day
St Day crime rate is 59.2 per 1,000, with a safety score of 84. Find detailed statistics, trends, and local comparisons for St Day.
St Day's crime rate is significantly lower than UK average
Based on population of 1,891 over 12 months
Data last updated: September 2025. Source: Police.uk, ONS, Home Office.
| Overall Crime Rate | 59.2 per 1,000 people |
|---|---|
| Property Crime Rate | 17 per 1,000 people |
| UK Average Crime Rate | 93.4 per 1,000 people |
| UK Average Property Crime Rate | 33.2 per 1,000 people |
| Safety Score | 84 out of 100 |
| Population | 1,891 |
| Trend | increasing |
| Comparison | significantly lower than UK average |
| Crime Type | Total Count | Per 1,000 People | Percentage of Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 58 | 30.7 | 52% |
| Other theft | 11 | 5.8 | 10% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 10 | 5.3 | 9% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 9 | 4.8 | 8% |
| Public order | 6 | 3.2 | 5% |
| Burglary | 5 | 2.6 | 4% |
| Shoplifting | 4 | 2.1 | 4% |
| Drugs | 3 | 1.6 | 3% |
| Vehicle crime | 2 | 1.1 | 2% |
| Other crime | 2 | 1.1 | 2% |
| Possession of weapons | 1 | 0.5 | 1% |
| Theft from the person | 1 | 0.5 | 1% |
St Day experiences an overall crime rate of 59.2 per 1,000 people per year, which is lower than the UK average of 93.4 per 1,000. With a safety score of 84 out of 100, St Day is safer than the national average safety score of 78. However, the area has seen an increase in crime year-over-year, rising by 13.1%. This data provides a comprehensive overview of the local safety landscape.
St Day has a relatively good safety score compared to the UK average (78).
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Protect Against These ThreatsIn St Day, the most prevalent crime types are violence and sexual offences, accounting for a significant 51.8% of all reported crimes with 58 incidents (30.7 per 1,000 residents). This is followed by other theft at 9.8% (11 crimes) and anti-social behaviour, which makes up 8.9% (10 crimes). Property-related crimes, including burglary (5 crimes, 2.6 per 1,000), other theft (11 crimes, 5.8 per 1,000), vehicle crime (2 crimes, 1.1 per 1,000), criminal damage and arson (9 crimes, 4.8 per 1,000), shoplifting (4 crimes, 2.1 per 1,000), and theft from the person (1 crime, 0.5 per 1,000), collectively result in a property crime rate of 16.9 per 1,000 residents per year. This figure is lower than the UK average of 33.2 per 1,000, indicating a moderate risk for homeowners and residents in terms of property security.
St Day has a 36.6% lower crime rate than the UK average.
St Day has experienced an increase in its crime statistics, with a year-over-year rise of 13.1%. Looking at the monthly data, crime rates have shown considerable fluctuation. After a rate of 3.2 per 1,000 in October and November 2024, there was a significant peak in June 2025 at 9.5 per 1,000, and another high in September 2025 at 7.4 per 1,000. These increases indicate an upward trend in criminal activity within St Day, which residents should be aware of.
Understanding peak crime times helps you stay vigilant and secure your property when it matters most.
Simulated Data
This heatmap shows estimated crime patterns based on St Day's crime statistics, crime type distribution, and general knowledge of when different crimes typically occur. This is not real historical data for specific times.
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Different crimes occur at different times. This breakdown shows which crime types dominate each time period.
6am - 12pm
Morning hours typically see various offences, with theft often elevated as daily activities begin.
12pm - 6pm
Afternoon sees burglary attempts while residents are out and peak theft during busy shopping hours.
6pm - 12am
Evening often brings a mix of anti-social behaviour, public order issues, and property-related incidents.
12am - 6am
Night-time frequently experiences higher rates of burglary and vehicle crime, often under reduced visibility.
These crime patterns are estimated using the Crime Survey for England and Wales (ONS) time-of-day data, weighted by St Day's specific crime type distribution from Police.uk. This is not real historical data for specific times in St Day, but a model-generated estimate based on the area's crime composition and national timing patterns.
Analysis of crime patterns in St Day reveals distinct trends throughout the day. Morning hours (6am-12pm) show a higher proportion of theft-related incidents at 59%, alongside burglary at 11%. As the day progresses into the afternoon (12pm-6pm), theft remains the most common at 60%, with burglary at 18%. Evening hours (6pm-12am) see a shift, with 'other' crimes dominating at 43% and theft decreasing to 31%. During the night (12am-6am), burglary is high at 29%, with vehicle crime at 18% and 'other' crimes at 36%, indicating a focus on various offences throughout the day and night.
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How quickly do police respond to emergencies?
Emergency 999 calls requiring immediate attendance — crimes in progress, threat to life, or serious injury.
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When comparing St Day to its neighbouring areas, a clearer regional safety context emerges. St Day's overall crime rate of 59.2 per 1,000 residents is lower than the UK average. Nearby Carharrack, Wheal Rose, Chacewater, and Lanner all contribute to the understanding of local crime dynamics. St Day's crime rate, while below the national average, is higher than some of its very safe counterparts, suggesting a need for residents to be mindful of local conditions when viewed against its immediate surroundings in Cornwall.
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How we source and verify crime information for St Day
The crime rate represents the number of recorded incidents per thousand residents in St Day. This approach ensures fair comparison regardless of area population size.
All statistics come from official government sources: Police.uk provides recorded crime data while the Office for National Statistics supplies population figures. We aggregate data at multiple geographic levels for context.
Crimes per 1k residents = (Total incidents ÷ Population) × 1,000
Our statistics derive entirely from UK government databases:
Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Last updated: September 2025
New data is released by Police.uk approximately every two months
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