Brough Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Brough's crime profile in June 2023, accounting for 34% of all reported incidents. At 3.5 per 1,000 residents, the area's overall crime rate remains 58.8% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000, a stark contrast to national trends. This disparity, while consistent with Brough's historical safety profile, warrants analysis of local factors that may contribute to this gap. The top crime category, violence and sexual offences, at 1.2 per 1,000, is 59% below the UK average for this type, suggesting a combination of effective policing and community dynamics that reduce violent incidents. Anti-social behaviour (18.9%) and public order offences (15.1%) follow, both significantly below national averages. The seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer—may influence these patterns, as longer daylight hours and increased outdoor activity could temporarily elevate public order issues. However, the absence of major spikes in property crimes, which typically surge during peak tourist seasons, indicates a more stable environment. The area's low rates of shoplifting (11.3%) and burglary (1.9%) further reinforce Brough's position as a relatively safe built-up area within East Riding of Yorkshire. These figures, when contextualised with the UK average, highlight a consistent trend of lower crime rates that may be linked to the area's character as a smaller, less densely populated community with strong local ties.

June 2023 saw dramatic month-on-month increases in public order offences (+300%), shoplifting (+100%), and criminal damage and arson (+100%), reflecting a significant shift in the crime mix. These rises contrast with decreases in other theft (-66.7%) and vehicle crime (-66.7%), indicating a possible reallocation of criminal activity towards public spaces. Violence and sexual offences, at 1.2 per 1,000, remain 59% below the UK average for this category, suggesting local factors—such as community engagement or policing strategies—may be contributing to this gap. The sharp rise in public order offences, though small in absolute terms (from 2 to 8), warrants attention, as it may signal increased tensions during the early summer period. Residents might find the 58.8% UK comparison figure particularly relevant, highlighting Brough's relative safety despite the month-on-month fluctuations.

Brough's crime rate in June 2023 rose by 36.0% compared to the previous month, moving from 2.6 to 3.5 per 1,000 residents. This shift, though significant, remains 58.8% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. Locally, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 285 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents within the built-up area. Daily crime statistics show an average of two crimes per day over June, a rate that reflects the area's relative safety compared to national benchmarks. When considering the population context, Brough's 15,115 residents experience a crime rate that is lower than the UK average, suggesting a combination of effective local policing and community factors that contribute to this disparity. The month-on-month increase may be influenced by seasonal transitions, as the start of summer often brings shifts in activity patterns that could temporarily elevate certain crime types.