Monthly Crime Statistics

Denaby Main Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

July 2024 saw Denaby Main's crime rate reach 17.1 per 1,000 residents, with vehicle crime surging by 700% compared to June. This highlights the area's stark divergence from the UK average.

87
Total Crimes
17.1
Per 1,000 People
8.4
UK Average
+29.9%
vs Previous Month

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Denaby Main's crime profile in July 2024 reveals a starkly imbalanced mix, with violent crimes accounting for over 40% of all incidents—far exceeding the UK average. This dominance of violent crime, alongside high rates of anti-social behaviour and criminal damage, suggests a pattern that diverges sharply from national trends. The area's crime rate of 17.1 per 1,000 residents, 103.6% above the UK average, highlights a pressing concern for local authorities. Violent and sexual offences, at 7.3 per 1,000, were 156% above the UK average, a figure that may be influenced by the area's seasonal dynamics. July, a peak summer month with schools out and festivals in full swing, likely amplifies social interactions that can contribute to such incidents. Anti-social behaviour, at 2.7 per 1,000, and criminal damage, at 2.2 per 1,000, both showed significant gaps compared to the UK, suggesting a need for targeted community engagement. The absence of a clear drop in property crimes, which stood at 25 incidents (29.9% of the total), contrasts with the UK's lower emphasis on such offences. This imbalance may reflect local socioeconomic factors or under-resourced policing. The data also indicates that vehicle crime, though not the highest category, surged by 700% month-on-month, a figure that could be tied to increased summer activity or specific events. These patterns, when viewed through the lens of July's seasonal context, underscore the need for a nuanced understanding of Denaby Main's unique challenges.

July 2024 marked a dramatic surge in vehicle crime, which increased by 700% compared to June, rising from 1 to 8 incidents. This spike, while unexplained by the data, may be linked to seasonal factors such as summer festivals or increased vehicle movement. Concurrently, drug-related crimes doubled, with three incidents reported—up from zero in June. This shift could reflect changes in local activity or policing focus. Violent crimes also rose by 48%, climbing from 25 to 37, a figure that is 156% above the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour and criminal damage also showed marked increases, both exceeding UK averages by over 80%. These trends suggest a combination of local conditions and seasonal pressures. For residents, the 700% jump in vehicle crime is a stark reminder of the need for vigilance, particularly in areas with high traffic or event activity. The data also reveals that Denaby Main's violent crime rate is over 100% above the UK average, a figure that underscores the area's unique challenges compared to national trends.

Denaby Main's crime rate in July 2024 rose to 17.1 per 1,000 residents, a 29.9% increase from June's 13.1 per 1,000. This places the area significantly above the UK average, which stood at 8.4 per 1,000. The daily crime count in July averaged approximately 3 crimes per day, a figure that, while local to Denaby Main, highlights the persistent pressure on community safety. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 59 residents, underscoring the frequency of incidents within a relatively small population of 5,102. This monthly exposure rate, when contextualised against the area's size, suggests a need for targeted interventions. While the increase from June may reflect seasonal factors such as extended evenings and summer festivals, the sustained elevation compared to the UK average indicates a deeper challenge. The local population, though modest, faces a crime burden that is more than double the national average, a disparity that could be linked to local socioeconomic dynamics or under-resourced policing. These figures, when viewed alongside the breakdown of crime types, reveal a pattern that demands attention from both residents and local authorities.

Crime Breakdown - July 2024

Crime TypeCountPer 1,000% of Total
Violence and sexual offences377.342.5%
Anti-social behaviour142.716.1%
Criminal damage and arson112.212.6%
Vehicle crime81.69.2%
Public order515.8%
Other theft40.84.6%
Drugs30.63.5%
Burglary20.42.3%
Other crime20.42.3%
Possession of weapons10.21.2%

Understanding Our Data

How we source and verify crime information for Denaby Main

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Understanding the Calculations

The crime rate represents the number of recorded incidents per thousand residents in Denaby Main. This approach ensures fair comparison regardless of area population size.

Our Information

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.

Formula Used

Crimes per 1k residents = (Total incidents ÷ Population) × 1,000

Our statistics derive entirely from UK government databases:

  • Police.ukCrime records from territorial police forces across England and Wales (43 total)
  • Office for National StatisticsPopulation statistics and the Crime Survey for England and Wales
  • Home OfficeNationwide crime data and official policy records
  • FOI RequestsAdditional statistics obtained via formal requests to police services
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