Buntingford Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In August 2024, Buntingford maintained its position as one of the safest built-up areas in the UK, with a crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 residents—46.3% below the national average of 8.2. This translates to one reported crime for every 229 residents over the course of the month, a figure that underscores the area's relatively low exposure to criminal activity compared to larger urban centres. The crime profile was dominated by violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 32.5% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour at 30% and vehicle crime at 15%. These figures align with the seasonal context of August, a peak holiday month when tourism and temporary absences from homes may contribute to fluctuations in burglary risk. Violence and sexual offences in Buntingford were 48% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may be attributed to the area's smaller population size and community-focused policing strategies. The overall crime rate, while influenced by local factors, remains significantly lower than the national average, suggesting that residents in Buntingford face a markedly lower per-capita risk of encountering crime than those in more densely populated regions. This pattern is further reinforced by the area's low rates of shoplifting, public order offences, and burglary, all of which are below the UK averages by margins ranging from 44% to 84%. The combination of these factors illustrates a community where crime is not only infrequent but also less severe compared to the broader UK context.

August 2024 saw a 200% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 2 to 6 incidents, a trend that may be influenced by seasonal travel patterns or changes in local parking habits. Conversely, burglary rates fell sharply by 75%, dropping from 4 to 1, possibly reflecting heightened security awareness during the summer months. Violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 32.5% of all crimes, remained significantly below the UK average by 48%, illustrating a consistent safety advantage in this area. The 200% surge in other thefts, from 1 to 3 incidents, contrasts with the 20% decline in shoplifting, which fell from 5 to 4. These shifts in crime mix suggest a combination of local factors and broader seasonal trends, with anti-social behaviour remaining the second most common crime at 30% of the total.

Buntingford's crime rate in August 2024 dropped to 4.4 per 1,000 residents, an 18.5% decrease from the previous month's rate of 5.4. This decline positions the area as one of the safer built-up areas in the UK, with a crime rate 46.3% below the national average. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day in August, a figure that reflects the low overall crime levels. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 229 residents, highlighting the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban centres. This monthly exposure rate is particularly notable given Buntingford's population of 9,164, suggesting that most residents experience little to no direct interaction with crime on a regular basis. The drop in burglary rates, which fell by 75% compared to July, may be linked to increased home security measures or seasonal patterns affecting property crime during the summer months.