Brough Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Brough’s crime rate in August 2023 stood at 2.2 per 1,000 residents, a figure 72.8% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This stark divergence from national trends highlights the area’s unique crime profile, shaped by its rural setting and seasonal dynamics. Violence and sexual offences, the most common category at 33.3% of total crimes, were 73% below the UK average, consistent with the lower population density and community-oriented environment typical of rural areas. Property crimes. of all incidents, remained modest, with burglary and anti-social behaviour each accounting for 15.2% of reported crimes. The seasonal context of August—marked by peak holiday activity and increased tourism—likely influenced patterns, as evidenced by the 400% surge in burglary. While this may reflect heightened opportunities for opportunistic theft in unoccupied homes, the overall low crime rate suggests that Brough’s character, including its tight-knit community and limited urban infrastructure, may act as a natural deterrent to more severe criminal activity. The data also reveals a notable absence of vehicle crime, with only one incident recorded, a trend linked to fewer cars on local roads during the summer months. These findings illustrate a relatively safe area, where crime remains sporadic and often tied to specific seasonal or environmental factors.

August 2023 witnessed a stark contrast in crime trends, with burglary rates surging by 400% compared to July, rising from one to five incidents. This spike, though still low in absolute terms, may be linked to the seasonal context of August, when empty homes and increased holiday activity could heighten burglary risks. Conversely, violence and sexual offences dropped by 45%, from 20 to 11, a decline that aligns with the typically lower levels of violent crime observed in rural areas during the summer months. Other notable changes include a 150% increase in public order offences and a 50% reduction in vehicle crime, reflecting possible shifts in community activity patterns. Residents might find the 73% gap between local rates for violence and sexual offences and the UK average particularly reassuring, though the burglary increase underscores the need for targeted security measures in vulnerable properties.

Brough’s crime rate in August 2023 remained stable compared to the previous month, with a 3.1% decrease to 2.2 per 1,000 residents from 2.3 per 1,000 in July. This consistency suggests no major shifts in overall safety, though localized changes in specific crime types are evident. Daily crime data reveals an average of one reported crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while low, highlights the potential for isolated incidents to occur. When viewed through a population lens, the monthly exposure rate of one crime for every 458 residents underscores the rarity of incidents in Brough, placing it far below the UK average. This statistic offers reassurance to residents, though it also emphasizes the need for vigilance in areas where crime does occur, such as public spaces and homes left unoccupied during holidays. The low rate is consistent with the area’s rural character, where community cohesion and lower population density may naturally reduce opportunities for certain types of crime.