Burton upon Trent Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Burton upon Trent’s built-up area recorded a crime rate of 8.2 per 1,000 residents in November 2024, placing it 7.9% above the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences (243 incidents, 41.7% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour and public order offences (59 each, 10.1% each). This pattern aligns with the area’s character as a historic market town with a mix of commercial and residential zones, where high street activity and nightlife may contribute to higher rates of violence and disorder. Seasonal factors, including Bonfire Night and the post-Black Friday shopping period, likely influenced crime dynamics. The spike in public order offences (57% above UK average) could reflect increased community activity during colder evenings, while the 186% surge in bicycle theft compared to the UK average may point to vulnerabilities in local bike storage infrastructure. Despite these challenges, the area’s violent crime rate (3.4 per 1,000) remains higher than the UK average for this category (2.6 per 1,000), suggesting persistent social or environmental pressures that may require targeted interventions.

The most dramatic month-on-month shift in November 2024 was the 233.3% increase in burglary, rising from 6 to 20 incidents. This spike, though unexplained by available data, contrasts with a 40% drop in bicycle theft, which fell from 20 to 12. The shift in crime mix also reveals a stark imbalance: violent crimes (243, 41.7% of total) far outpace property crimes (185), a divergence that places violence and sexual offences 32% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, dropped by 28.9% to 59 incidents, a decrease that may reflect targeted interventions or seasonal lulls tied to shorter evenings. The 200% surge in possession of weapons (from 2 to 6) raises questions about localized tensions. Residents may find the 12% drop in vehicle crime (32% below UK average) particularly noteworthy, suggesting continued effectiveness in addressing this category.

Burton upon Trent’s crime rate in November 2024 (8.2 per 1,000 residents) marks a 3.3% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 8.5 per 1,000, reflecting a slight downward trend. This monthly shift translates to a local daily crime count of approximately 19 incidents, a figure that underscores the ongoing presence of crime within the built-up area. Over the course of November, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 122 residents, a monthly exposure rate that provides context for residents assessing risk in their community. While this rate is 7.9% above the UK average, the directional change from October to November suggests localized factors may be influencing trends. The population-scaled perspective reveals that crime remains a persistent concern, though the reduction from the prior month indicates potential effectiveness in policing strategies or seasonal factors. For instance, the conclusion of Black Friday shopping and the shift in seasonal activities may have contributed to the decline.