Hedon Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Hedon's crime rate in June 2024 stood at 4.3 per 1,000 residents, marking a significant 47.6% reduction compared to the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This performance places the area well below national benchmarks, reflecting a generally low-crime environment. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 44.8% of all incidents, followed by shoplifting (17.2%) and public order offences (10.3%). The seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer and the longest days of the year—likely contributes to patterns observed, with increased foot traffic and tourism potentially influencing retail-related crimes. However, the area's crime profile also shows a marked contrast to UK averages in several categories, with public order offences recorded at 34% below the national figure and criminal damage and arson at 51% below. This suggests that local factors, such as community cohesion or effective policing in public spaces, may play a role in maintaining lower levels of disorder. While the overall rate remains stable, the balance between property and violent crime indicates a need for continued monitoring, particularly as summer activities intensify and seasonal trends in crime may emerge.

June 2024 saw sharp increases in shoplifting, with the category rising by 150% (from 2 to 5 incidents). This surge was accompanied by a 100% increase in both drug-related crimes and 'other crime' categories, which had previously been absent. Conversely, other theft and anti-social behaviour both declined significantly, with the latter falling by 66.7% (from 3 to 1 incidents). These fluctuations highlight a shifting balance between property and violent crimes, as shoplifting and drug offences grew while theft and disorder offences decreased. Violence and sexual offences remained 31% below the UK average at 1.9 per 1,000, a statistic that underscores the area's continued strength in keeping violent crime rates low. For residents, the sharp rise in shoplifting may be of particular interest, as it suggests a need for heightened awareness in retail areas during the summer months.

Hedon's crime rate for June 2024 rose by 7.3% compared to the previous month, moving from 4.0 to 4.3 per 1,000 residents. While this marks a slight upward trend, the overall figure remains significantly lower than the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day, reflecting a manageable level of activity for a built-up rural area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 233 residents, a statistic that contextualises the low frequency of incidents relative to the local population. This monthly exposure figure is particularly useful for residents assessing risk, as it illustrates that the likelihood of encountering crime is minimal compared to national benchmarks. The increase in the overall rate is modest and does not suggest a significant shift in the area's crime profile, which continues to be characterised by low levels of property crime and relatively stable violent crime rates.