Corfe Mullen Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2024, Corfe Mullen recorded a crime rate of 4.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 44.7% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This stark contrast to the national trend is particularly notable in burglary, which occurred at 0.4 per 1,000 — 29% above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. While the area's overall safety profile remains strong, the elevated burglary rate raises questions about local security dynamics. The breakdown of crimes shows violence and sexual offences (15 cases) accounted for 34.1% of total incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (10 cases) at 22.7%. These figures align with the seasonal context of November, a month marked by shorter daylight hours and events like Bonfire Night, which may contribute to increased antisocial activity. Shoplifting, at 6 cases (13.6% of total), also fell below the UK average, possibly reflecting the area's smaller retail footprint compared to urban centres. The relatively low rates of vehicle crime (0.1 per 1,000) and drug-related offences (0.1 per 1,000) suggest that Corfe Mullen's rural character and limited nightlife infrastructure may act as natural deterrents to certain crime types. However, the burglary anomaly warrants closer examination, given its divergence from the broader trend of lower crime rates in this built-up area within Dorset.

November 2024 saw a 300% increase in burglary cases, rising from 1 to 4 incidents — a dramatic shift that outpaces the UK average by nearly a third. This spike, coupled with a 100% increase in drug-related offences (from 0 to 1 case), suggests potential local factors influencing these categories. Anti-social behaviour also surged by 66.7% (6 to 10 cases), possibly linked to the darker evenings of November and events like Bonfire Night. Conversely, other theft cases decreased by 25% (from 4 to 3), and criminal damage and arson fell by the same margin, indicating some seasonal moderation in property-related crimes. The area's violence and sexual offences rate (1.4 per 1,000) was 46% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may reflect Corfe Mullen's small population and community cohesion. Shoplifting remained 13% below the UK average (0.6 vs 0.7 per 1,000), a figure that could be attributed to the area's limited retail density. Residents may find the daily crime count of roughly 1 incident per day (44 total over 30 days) useful for contextualising local safety, though the burglary anomaly remains a key concern for local authorities.

The November 2024 crime rate of 4.2 per 1,000 represents a 41.9% increase from the previous month's rate of 3.0 per 1,000 — a significant upward shift that nonetheless keeps Corfe Mullen well below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 1 reported crime per day, a figure that, while low, highlights the volatility of crime patterns in small communities. Over the course of the month, 1 reported crime occurred for roughly every 238 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is exceptionally low compared to larger urban centres. This statistic is particularly meaningful for residents, as it provides a tangible measure of the likelihood of encountering crime in their daily lives. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Corfe Mullen's crime profile is markedly different from the UK average, with its rural character and limited infrastructure likely contributing to the lower overall rates. However, the 29% increase in burglary compared to the UK average suggests that specific local factors — such as the distribution of residential properties or seasonal vulnerabilities — may require targeted attention. While the area's overall safety remains strong, the comparison with the previous month underscores the need for ongoing monitoring of emerging trends in crime types like burglary and drug-related offences.