Littleport Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Littleport’s crime rate in September 2023 stood at 5.4 per 1,000, a figure 32.5% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This relatively low rate, consistent with the area’s character as a built-up rural town, reflects a combination of local factors and seasonal dynamics. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 31.4% of all reported crimes, the largest single category, though this rate was 38% below the UK average. Vehicle crime, at 1.1 per 1,000, emerged as the second most common category, but this figure was 129% above the UK average, indicating a localised issue that may relate to the town’s infrastructure or traffic patterns. The seasonal context of September—marked by the return of students to local educational institutions and the transition into shorter evenings—may have influenced crime patterns. Criminal damage and arson, which saw a 350% month-on-month increase, highlights a sudden spike in property-related offences, a trend that may be consistent with the time of year but requires further observation. The overall crime profile suggests a town where violent crime is relatively rare but property-related offences, particularly vehicle crime, remain a concern. This balance may reflect Littleport’s mix of residential and low-density commercial areas, where vehicle theft can occur more frequently than in densely populated urban centres. The data also shows that public order offences and anti-social behaviour, both typically linked to nightlife and social activity, fell by 28.6% and 55.6% respectively, a decline that could be attributed to reduced evening activity as the academic year began. These trends, while not definitive, offer a snapshot of how seasonal and demographic factors shape the local crime profile.

The most dramatic month-on-month change in September 2023 was a 350% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from 2 to 9 incidents. This surge, though not uncommon in autumn months, may partly explain the shift in crime mix toward property-related offences. Vehicle crime also saw a 233% rise, from 3 to 10 incidents, a figure 129% above the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. This suggests local factors, such as increased vehicle presence or targeted theft, may be contributing to the trend. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 55.6%, from 9 to 4 incidents, a decrease consistent with the start of the academic year and reduced late-night activity. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, accounting for 31.4% of total crimes, though this rate was 38% below the UK average. For residents, the 129% above-average rate for vehicle crime offers a concrete insight into a specific area of concern.

Littleport's crime rate in September 2023 rose by 18.7% compared to August's 4.6 per 1,000, reaching 5.4 per 1,000. This increase, though modest, reflects a shift in crime patterns as seasonal factors take hold. Locally, this translates to an average of two crimes reported per day across the 30-day period, a figure that, while low, highlights the need for continued vigilance. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 185 residents—a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. When scaled to Littleport’s population of 9,448, the 51 reported crimes represent a manageable proportion of daily life, though the upward trend from August suggests a potential influence from seasonal transitions, such as the start of the academic year or changes in evening activity patterns. These figures, while not alarmingly high, warrant attention to emerging trends in specific crime categories.