Beverley Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Beverley's crime rate in February 2024 stood at 6.0 per 1,000 residents, placing it 15.5% below the UK average of 7.1. This figure reflects a mix of crime types that align with the area's character as a historic market town with a compact built-up area. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 39.7% of all incidents, a rate of 2.4 per 1,000—4% below the UK average. This suggests a balance between the town's community dynamics and the pressures of a small urban environment where interpersonal conflicts may escalate more frequently. Shoplifting, at 1.1 per 1,000, emerged as the second most common category, 104% above the UK average, likely tied to the high street's retail presence and the flow of visitors during the pre-spring lull. Public order offences, though lower than the UK average, still accounted for 9.2% of incidents, pointing to the influence of local gatherings or seasonal events. The seasonal context of February—marked by low outdoor activity and the transition from winter to spring—may have contributed to a subdued overall crime rate, with fewer opportunities for property crimes and more indoor-focused interactions. However, the sharp increase in theft from the person highlights the need for targeted awareness, particularly in areas with high pedestrian traffic. These patterns illustrate how Beverley's unique blend of historical infrastructure, commercial activity, and seasonal rhythms shapes its crime profile in ways that diverge from larger cities or more rural regions.

February 2024 saw a dramatic 200% increase in theft from the person, with reported incidents rising from one to three. This sharp uptick, though small in absolute terms, suggests heightened vulnerability in specific contexts—perhaps during evenings in the town centre or around local amenities. Conversely, vehicle crime plummeted by 71.4%, falling from 14 to 4, a shift that may reflect seasonal inactivity or improved security measures in parking areas. The crime mix also showed notable contrasts with UK averages: shoplifting in Beverley was 104% above the national rate, likely driven by the town's retail presence and foot traffic. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour was 52% below the UK average, a trend consistent with Beverley's relatively quiet, historic character. These fluctuations underscore how local dynamics, from commercial activity to community cohesion, shape crime patterns in ways distinct from broader national trends.

Beverley's crime rate in February 2024 dropped to 6.0 per 1,000 residents, marking a 19.3% decline from the previous month's rate of 7.5 per 1,000. This reduction aligns with the typical seasonal lull in winter, when outdoor activity diminishes and community events slow. On a daily basis, the area saw an average of six reported crimes per day in February, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for local residents. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 166 residents, a statistic that reflects the relatively low crime density compared to larger urban centres. While this monthly exposure remains below the UK average, the fluctuation between months highlights the influence of transient factors such as temporary events, weather patterns, or shifts in policing focus. The drop in vehicle crime, for instance, may be linked to reduced commuter traffic during the winter break, though this remains a plausible rather than definitive explanation.