Crook Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Crook’s crime rate in July 2024 stood at 17.0 per 1,000 residents, nearly double the UK average of 8.4. This figure places the area among the higher-risk regions in England, though the local context suggests a mix of factors contributing to the disparity. Anti-social behaviour and violence accounted for over 60% of all reported crimes, with the former being 266% above the UK average. This dominance of interpersonal disputes and disorder may reflect the area’s seasonal rhythm — July, as a peak summer month, sees increased foot traffic from tourists and local events, which can amplify tensions in a compact built-up area. Criminal damage and arson also rose sharply, with rates 186% above the UK average, potentially linked to the area’s proximity to natural landscapes or the presence of outdoor festivals. Meanwhile, shoplifting and burglary, though lower in absolute numbers, remain high — 121% and 352% above the UK average, respectively. These figures may indicate challenges in retail security or the vulnerability of homes during periods of high visitor numbers. The seasonal context of July — schools out, festivals, and tourism — likely exacerbates these trends, creating a landscape where crime is both more visible and more concentrated. While direct causation, the correlation between peak summer activity and rising crime rates suggests a need for targeted strategies to address both immediate incidents and underlying patterns.

July 2024 saw a sharp rise in burglary, with incidents jumping from 5 to 12 — a 140% increase. This surge, coupled with a 100% rise in other theft and bicycle theft, points to vulnerabilities in property security during peak summer months. Conversely, vehicle crime plummeted by 88.9%, likely due to fewer cars on the road during school holidays. Public order offences also halved, from 14 to 7, though this remains 25% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour remains the most prevalent category, accounting for 30.9% of all crimes — 266% above the UK average. This stark contrast with the UK’s lower rate for the same category suggests local factors, such as the area’s seasonal tourism or community interactions, may be driving these patterns. The drop in vehicle crime offers a potential silver lining, but the rise in burglary and theft deserves closer attention from residents and local authorities.

Crook’s crime rate in July 2024 rose to 17.0 per 1,000 residents, a 17.4% increase from June’s 14.5. This places the area significantly above the UK average, though the comparison is not directly applicable to individual crime types. Locally, this translates to roughly 5 crimes reported each day — a figure that, while not uncommon in built-up areas, underscores the density of incidents. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 59 residents, a statistic that highlights the frequency of incidents in a small, tightly knit community. When scaled to population, Crook’s rate is nearly double the UK average, suggesting a unique set of local factors at play. The absence of a UK daily crime comparison means the focus remains on Crook’s own patterns, such as the sharp rise in burglary and theft, which may reflect seasonal shifts in activity or localized pressures. This data, while stark, provides a clear snapshot of how crime manifests in a rural-urban hybrid setting where tourism and local events intersect with year-round community dynamics.