Brough Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Brough's crime rate in October 2023 stood at 3.2 per 1,000 residents, significantly below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This places the built-up area within East Riding of Yorkshire 60% below the national benchmark, a disparity that persists despite seasonal factors typically associated with increased criminal activity. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 52.1% of all reported incidents (25 cases), followed by other theft (16.7%, 8 cases) and public order offences (8.3%, 4 cases). This pattern contrasts with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences constitute 37% of total crimes, highlighting a localised concentration of violent incidents. October's seasonal context—including the clocks going back, darker evenings, and Halloween—may have influenced activity patterns. The area's relatively low property crime rate (15 cases, 31.3% of total) compared to the UK average (property crimes make up 40% of national incidents) suggests a different crime profile, potentially linked to Brough's character as a smaller built-up area with fewer commercial hubs than major urban centres. This month's figures, while showing a marked reduction in vehicle crime (down 40% from September), also reveal a worrying trend in violent crime that demands attention from residents and local authorities.

October 2023 saw a stark 127.3% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 11 to 25 cases. This surge, which outpaced all other crime categories, suggests a significant shift in the local crime mix toward violent incidents. Shoplifting also saw a 100% increase, with one reported incident compared to zero in September—a troubling development for local businesses. While vehicle crime decreased by 40% (from 5 to 3 cases), this reduction may be partly explained by the shorter daylight hours in October, which could deter opportunistic theft. Brough's rate of violence and sexual offences (1.7 per 1,000) remains 37% below the UK average (2.7 per 1,000), though the absolute increase in numbers is concerning. The area's public order offences (0.3 per 1,000) are 49% below the UK average (0.6 per 1,000), a statistic that could reflect Brough's smaller population and fewer venues associated with late-night activity. Residents should be particularly vigilant given the sharp rise in violent crime, which now constitutes over half of all reported incidents—a stark contrast to the UK national picture where property crimes dominate.

Brough's crime rate in October 2023 increased by 23.3% compared to September's 2.6 per 1,000, though it remains 60% below the UK average. This translates to roughly 2 crimes reported per day in the built-up area, a figure that, while modest, shows a marked uptick in violent incidents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 315 residents—a monthly exposure rate that, when compared to the UK average, highlights Brough's relative safety. With a population of 15,115 residents, the area's crime statistics reflect a unique balance between urban and rural characteristics, where the built-up core may experience concentrated incidents while surrounding areas remain less affected. The 23.3% month-on-month increase does not appear to be driven by a single factor but may relate to the interplay of seasonal changes—such as the clocks going back and Halloween festivities—alongside local dynamics. While the daily crime rate is low, the proportion of violent crimes in the total count is higher than in many comparable areas, a trend that warrants continued monitoring by local authorities and residents.