Brough Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Brough’s crime profile in August 2024 reveals a stark contrast to national trends, with overall rates 53.7% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. Violence and sexual offences, at 1.0 per 1,000, were 63% below the UK average, a striking outlier that underscores the area’s relative safety. This category accounted for 26.3% of all crimes, reflecting a focus on interpersonal conflicts despite the broader trend of low-level incidents. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, at 0.9 per 1,000—37% below the UK average—suggesting community-level dynamics that may mitigate more severe crime. Public order offences, at 0.6 per 1,000, remained just 5% below the UK rate, a narrow gap that could indicate localized pressures during August’s peak tourist season. Seasonal factors likely play a role: the holiday period may have increased burglary risks through empty homes, consistent with the 100% rise in such crimes. However, the overall low rate remains a testament to Brough’s character as a small, rural or semi-rural built-up area with limited commercial or nightlife activity. The dominance of property-related crimes—such as vehicle crime (0.4 per 1,000) and shoplifting (0.2 per 1,000)—suggests that theft from vehicles and retail premises, rather than violent crime, defines the area’s crime profile. This pattern may reflect a lack of high-density urban environments or nightlife hubs that typically drive more severe offences. The relatively low rates of burglary (0.1 per 1,000) and criminal damage (0.3 per 1,000), both far below UK averages, further support the idea of a quiet, less densely populated area where crime is not a daily concern. These figures, while reassuring, also highlight the need for vigilance during periods of increased transient activity, such as holidays, when empty homes and unsecured vehicles may become vulnerable targets.

August 2024 marked significant spikes in burglary, vehicle crime, and shoplifting, each rising by 100% compared to July. This surge, despite an overall crime rate still well below the UK average, suggests localized pressures or seasonal influences. Violent crimes, though remaining 63% below the UK average, accounted for 26.3% of total incidents—highlighting their disproportionate share in Brough’s crime mix. Anti-social behaviour also stood out, with a rate 37% below the UK average, a figure that may reflect community cohesion or effective local policing. The sharp increase in vehicle crime, now at 0.4 per 1,000, raises questions about parking patterns or unsecured vehicles during the summer months. These shifts contrast with a 20% decline in criminal damage and arson, possibly linked to reduced vandalism during peak holiday activity. For residents, the 100% rise in shoplifting—a crime type 72% below the UK average—may signal targeted retail theft or transient population dynamics.

Brough’s crime rate in August 2024 rose by 39.1% compared to July’s 2.7 per 1,000, reflecting a notable upward trend. This increase, while modest in absolute terms, underscores shifts in local patterns. Daily crime activity averaged two incidents per day, a figure that, while low, highlights the persistent presence of crime in the area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 265 residents, a metric that contextualises the impact on the community. Given Brough’s population of 15,115, this rate suggests that most residents experience relative safety, though the rise from July indicates the need for ongoing vigilance. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates that crime remains a rare occurrence, with the majority of residents unaffected by incidents. This contrast with the UK average—where crime is far more frequent—reinforces Brough’s position as a comparatively low-risk area, even as local factors drive incremental changes.