Brough Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Brough’s crime rate in September 2023 stood at 2.6 per 1,000 residents, a figure 67.5% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This places the area firmly within the safest communities in the country, a trend consistent with its historically low crime profile. Violence and sexual offences accounted for the largest share of crimes at 28.2%, followed by other theft at 20.5% and vehicle crime at 12.8%. These figures align with Brough’s character as a relatively rural or semi-rural built-up area, where the density of population and the presence of local amenities may contribute to lower levels of property crime compared to larger urban centres. The seasonal context of September—marked by the return of students to local institutions and the onset of cooler weather—may have influenced the rise in violence and sexual offences, though the overall rate remains well below national benchmarks. The area’s low crime rate, particularly in categories such as anti-social behaviour and burglary, which are 85% and 38% below UK averages respectively, suggests effective community engagement and environmental design that deter criminal activity. The balance between property and violent crimes also reflects the area’s character: while violence remains a concern, the absence of significant spikes in theft or burglary indicates that local initiatives may be successfully addressing these issues. The relatively low levels of vehicle crime, at 0.3 per 1,000 compared to the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000, further support the idea that Brough’s geographical and social characteristics contribute to its overall safety. However, the 700% increase in other theft and the 400% rise in vehicle crime highlight the need for continued vigilance, particularly as seasonal changes may bring new dynamics to the local crime picture.

September 2023 saw a marked increase in other theft, which rose by 700% from one incident to eight, and vehicle crime, which surged by 400% from one to five. These jumps, though significant, occurred against a backdrop of continued underperformance relative to UK averages for several categories. Violence and sexual offences, while remaining the most common crime type at 28.2% of total incidents, were 74% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. Similarly, anti-social behaviour was 85% below the UK rate. A decrease in public order offences, falling by 40% from five to three, and a reduction in burglary, also down by 40%, suggest some positive trends in community policing or environmental factors. Residents may find the 74% gap in violence and sexual offences particularly reassuring, highlighting the area’s effectiveness in managing this category despite the seasonal influx of students and young adults.

Brough's crime rate in September 2023 rose by 18.3% compared to August, moving from 2.2 to 2.6 per 1,000 residents. While this increase is notable, the area remains significantly safer than the UK average, which stands at 8.0 per 1,000. On a daily basis, approximately one crime was reported each day in Brough during September, a figure that reflects the area’s generally low crime profile. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 388 residents, illustrating the relatively low exposure to crime for the local population. This monthly exposure rate, when contextualised against Brough’s total population of 15,115, underscores the rarity of criminal activity in the area. The shift in crime patterns from August to September suggests seasonal influences, such as the return of students to local institutions, which may have contributed to the rise in specific categories like violence and sexual offences. However, the overall trajectory remains one of sustained safety compared to national benchmarks.