West Moors Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Anti-social behaviour dominated the crime profile in West Moors during October 2023, accounting for nearly 29% of all reported incidents. This category, which includes disturbances, harassment, and public disorder, remained the most frequently recorded crime type, with a rate of 1.2 per 1,000 residents—6% below the UK average. Violence and sexual offences followed closely, making up 26.7% of all crimes.1 per 1,000 was 59% lower than the national average. The relatively low overall crime rate of 4.2 per 1,000 residents in West Moors, 47.5% below the UK average, suggests a community that may benefit from strong local policing, low population density, or socio-economic stability. October’s seasonal context—darker evenings, the transition to British Summer Time, and Halloween—likely influenced crime patterns, with anti-social behaviour potentially rising due to increased social gatherings and alcohol consumption. However, the data also shows a marked decrease in violent crime, which could be linked to the end of the university term or reduced foot traffic in public spaces during autumn. The low rates of property crime, particularly burglary (0.3 per 1,000) and vehicle crime (0.4 per 1,000), further indicate that the area may have effective security measures in place, such as CCTV or community watch initiatives. While the rise in vehicle crime by 33.3% raises a minor concern, its absolute numbers remain low, suggesting that any increase is not yet a pressing issue for residents. The overall picture illustrates a community where crime is not only less frequent but also lower than national averages, though local factors such as the built-up nature of the area and its proximity to natural or rural spaces may contribute to this trend.

October 2023 saw a 66.7% drop in burglary cases, falling from nine to three, reflecting a significant shift in property crime trends. This decrease may be linked to seasonal factors, such as reduced opportunities for opportunistic crimes during darker evenings. Conversely, vehicle crime rose by 33.3% (three to four), a modest increase that could be attributed to increased vehicle movement during Halloween or other seasonal events. Violence and sexual offences also fell by 36.8% (19 to 12), a decline that aligns with broader patterns of reduced violent crime in small communities during autumn. Anti-social behaviour remained the dominant category, accounting for 28.9% of all crimes.2 per 1,000 was 6% below the UK average. Residents may find the burglary reduction particularly noteworthy, as it suggests that targeted efforts—such as improved lighting or community engagement—could be contributing to this trend.

West Moors recorded a crime rate of 4.2 per 1,000 residents in October 2023, a 32.8% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.3 per 1,000. This decline suggests a continued trend of reduced criminal activity, though seasonal factors may have played a role. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately one crime reported each day over the 31-day period, a figure that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 236 residents, a monthly aggregate that provides context for residents considering their personal risk. With a population of 10,611, the low crime rate aligns with the area’s character as a small, possibly low-density community where social cohesion and local policing may contribute to crime prevention. The comparison to the UK average—where crime rates are more than double—further highlights the area’s distinct security profile, though this should not be interpreted as an indicator of overall safety without considering local socio-economic factors.