Dunscroft and Hatfield Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For an area of 12,961 residents, November 2023 saw 96 crimes reported in Dunscroft and Hatfield, translating to a crime rate of 7.4 per 1,000 people. This figure is 1.3% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000, marking a slight but notable deviation from national trends. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 37.5% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (17.7%) and criminal damage and arson (16.7%). These patterns align with the seasonal context of November, a month marked by shorter days, the aftermath of Bonfire Night, and the Black Friday shopping period, all of which may influence crime dynamics in a built-up area. The elevated rate of violence and sexual offences compared to the UK average (8% higher) suggests localized factors, possibly linked to the area’s social mix and seasonal pressures. Anti-social behaviour, which is 24% above the UK average, may reflect the impact of late-night disturbances or increased foot traffic during festive events. Meanwhile, the relatively low rates of vehicle crime and theft from the person (both 40% and 82% below UK averages respectively) could indicate effective local policing or the absence of high-traffic tourist areas typically associated with such offences. This data illustrates a community where interpersonal tensions and property damage are prominent, but where targeted interventions may be helping to mitigate other crime types.

November 2023 saw sharp increases in specific crime categories, including robbery, drugs, and vehicle crime, each rising by 100% compared to October. This surge in robbery, which moved from zero to one reported incident, may reflect the heightened vulnerability during darker evenings or the presence of unattended property. Conversely, other crime categories experienced notable declines: other crime dropped by 75% (from eight to two incidents), and shoplifting fell by 75% (from four to one), suggesting possible improvements in community engagement or targeted enforcement. The breakdown of crime types also reveals a stark contrast between local and national trends. While violence and sexual offences in Dunscroft and Hatfield are 8% above the UK average, public order offences are 43% below, possibly indicating better local management of such issues. Criminal damage and arson, at 103% above the UK average, may be linked to the area’s built-up nature and seasonal factors like Bonfire Night, which could encourage pyrotechnic-related incidents. These shifts in crime mix highlight the importance of contextual factors in shaping local crime profiles, even as the overall rate remains slightly below the national benchmark.

The crime rate in Dunscroft and Hatfield for November 2023 (7.4 per 1,000 residents) represents a 21.9% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 9.5 per 1,000. This decline, while modest, may be attributed to seasonal lulls in certain crime categories, such as the reduction in shoplifting and other crime. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of three crimes per day in November, a figure that provides a tangible sense of the frequency of incidents for local residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 135 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualizes the impact of crime on the community. When viewed through the lens of population size, the 96 crimes reported in November equate to a relatively low per capita rate compared to the UK average, even as specific categories like violence and sexual offences remain slightly elevated. This contrast underscores the nuanced nature of crime statistics, where overall trends may mask localized variations. For residents, these figures offer a snapshot of the area’s crime profile, emphasizing the need for continued awareness and community-based strategies to address persistent challenges such as criminal damage and arson, which remain high compared to national averages.