Burwell Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Burwell's December 2023 crime rate of 1.7 per 1,000 residents marked a significant departure from the UK average of 7.2 per 1,000, placing the area 76.4% below the national benchmark. This stark contrast highlights the built-up area's unique security profile, which may be influenced by its relatively small population and the character of its local environment. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 63.6% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (18.2%) and vehicle crime (9.1%). These figures align with the seasonal context of December, a month typically marked by reduced outdoor activity due to dark evenings and the holiday season, which could contribute to lower overall crime rates. However, the rise in violence and sexual offences—despite remaining well below the UK average—suggests a need for continued vigilance. The low incidence of property crime (just one incident) further reinforces the area's security, though the 100% increase in vehicle crime raises questions about potential local factors. The area's crime profile appears to be shaped by a combination of its demographic makeup and seasonal patterns, with the Christmas shopping period and holiday-related activity likely playing a role in shaping the month's dynamics.

December 2023 witnessed a 16.7% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from six to seven incidents. This category remains 58% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 residents. Vehicle crime saw a dramatic 100% increase, with one reported incident—though this still places Burwell 56% below the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. The overall crime rate fell by 38.8% compared to November 2023, despite the rise in two categories. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common crime, remained 68% below the UK average. These figures suggest a resilient local environment, where even increases in specific categories are dwarfed by the area's consistently low crime profile. For residents, the 1-in-589 monthly exposure rate provides a tangible sense of security.

Burwell's crime rate in December 2023 stood at 1.7 per 1,000 residents, a 38.8% decline from the previous month's rate of 2.8 per 1,000. This downward trend suggests a sustained period of reduced criminal activity, though the absolute numbers remain exceptionally low. Over the course of December, one reported crime occurred for every 589 residents, a figure that contextualises the rarity of incidents within this built-up area. Daily crime counts averaged roughly 0 per day, reflecting the minimal frequency of reported crimes. When scaled to the local population of 6,484, the monthly exposure of 1-in-589 residents underscores the low likelihood of encountering crime in Burwell. This contrasts sharply with the UK average, where residents face significantly higher exposure, though direct comparisons to national daily figures are not provided. The data implies a stable environment, with no discernible spikes in criminal activity that would disrupt this pattern.