Beverley Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Beverley’s crime rate in November 2023 stood at 8.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 8% above the UK average of 7.5. This figure reflects a mix of violent and property crimes, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 40.7% of all incidents, followed by shoplifting (15.9%) and public order offences (10.6%). The seasonal context of November—marked by shorter evenings, Bonfire Night, and Black Friday shopping—likely influenced these patterns. Retail areas may have experienced heightened shoplifting activity, consistent with the surge in consumer traffic during the festive season. Meanwhile, the area’s built-up character, with a blend of residential and commercial spaces, could contribute to the prominence of public order offences, which were 70% above the UK average. Violence and sexual offences, at 3.3 per 1,000, were 27% above the UK rate, linked to increased social interactions in public spaces during colder months. However, the drop in anti-social behaviour by 61.8% compared to October may indicate a temporary respite from such incidents, though this could also reflect underreporting or seasonal shifts in community activity. The overall crime rate, while higher than the UK average, shows a notable decrease from the previous month, suggesting that local efforts to address crime may be yielding results.

November 2023 saw significant shifts in crime trends, with drug-related offences surging by 150% (from 2 to 5 cases) and possession of weapons doubling (from 0 to 2). These increases, though modest in absolute terms, may reflect heightened enforcement or changes in local activity. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 61.8% (from 34 to 13), a drop that could be linked to seasonal factors such as the conclusion of Bonfire Night or reduced public gatherings. The crime mix also revealed stark contrasts with UK averages: violence and sexual offences were 27% above the UK rate, while anti-social behaviour was 62% below. Shoplifting, at 136% above the UK average, underscores the impact of Black Friday shopping, with retail areas likely contributing to this spike. Residents may find the 40.7% share of violent crimes particularly concerning, as it outpaces property crimes for the first time this year, suggesting a need for targeted safety measures in high-traffic zones.

Beverley’s crime rate in November 2023 dropped by 14.3% compared to the previous month, falling from 9.4 to 8.1 per 1,000 residents. This decline contrasts with the area’s 8% above the UK average, highlighting a localised trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately eight crimes per day, a figure that reflects the monthly aggregate but does not account for fluctuations in reporting or seasonal activity. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 124 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Beverley within the broader context of its population of 30,469. While the overall rate is lower than October, the mix of crimes remains skewed toward violence and property offences, which may reflect the area’s built-up nature and seasonal pressures such as dark evenings and retail activity. The drop in anti-social behaviour, despite a rise in drug-related incidents, suggests shifting patterns that could be influenced by targeted policing or community initiatives.