Beverley Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Beverley’s September 2024 crime rate of 5.4 per 1,000 residents places it 29.9% below the UK average, a figure that translates to 163 reported crimes for a population of 30,469. This rate equates to roughly five crimes per day, a manageable frequency for a built-up area within East Riding of Yorkshire. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 28.2% of all incidents (46 cases), though this category fell significantly from 124 cases in August. This decline may be influenced by the seasonal context of September, when university freshers and back-to-school routines reduce late-night activity in public spaces. Shoplifting (19.0% of total crimes) and anti-social behaviour (11.7%) followed as the next most frequent offences, though shoplifting remains 47% above the UK average of 0.7 per 1,000. The area’s lower rates of property crimes—such as burglary (0.3 per 1,000) and vehicle crime (0.1 per 1,000)—suggest effective local policing or community engagement strategies. These patterns align with Beverley’s character as a smaller, possibly more closely knit community, where crime prevention efforts may have a more pronounced effect compared to larger urban centres. The overall crime profile reflects a balance between seasonal influences and consistent local factors, such as the area’s retail presence and community structures.

September 2024 saw a sharp 62.9% decrease in violence and sexual offences, dropping from 124 to 46 incidents—a shift that may reflect the seasonal transition as university freshers and back-to-school routines reduce late-night activity in public spaces. Conversely, vehicle crime rose by 100%, with four incidents reported compared to two in August, possibly linked to increased car usage during the school term. Shoplifting also declined by 38%, from 50 to 31 cases, though it remains 47% above the UK average of 0.7 per 1,000. This contrast highlights Beverley’s unique retail dynamics, where shoplifting rates are higher than national benchmarks despite the overall downward trend. Burglary increased by 42.9%, from seven to 10 cases, suggesting potential vulnerabilities in residential security during the month. These fluctuations illustrate the interplay between local demographics and seasonal patterns, such as the impact of university term starts on crime distribution.

Beverley’s September 2024 crime rate of 5.4 per 1,000 residents marks a 41.1% decrease from the previous month’s 9.1 per 1,000, reflecting a significant shift in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experiences approximately five reported crimes each day, a figure that translates to roughly one crime for every 187 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate underscores the relatively low frequency of crime compared to the UK average, though this is a localised metric and not directly comparable to national daily figures. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Beverley’s crime rate remains lower than the UK average, with 29.9% fewer crimes per 1,000 residents. This contrast highlights the area’s distinct characteristics, possibly influenced by its smaller population and specific community structures. While the overall decline is encouraging, the variation in crime types—such as the rise in vehicle crime and the fall in violent offences—suggests complex interactions between seasonal factors and local policing efforts.