Burton upon Trent Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Burton upon Trent’s crime profile in October 2024 reflects a distinct balance of violent and property-related offences, with violent crimes comprising the largest share at 42.5% of all reported incidents. This dominance of violence and sexual offences, which are 35% above the UK average, contrasts with lower rates of property crimes such as burglary and vehicle crime, both of which are significantly below national averages. The area’s overall crime rate of 8.5 per 1,000 residents places it 4.9% above the UK’s 8.1 per 1,000, a difference that underscores the need for targeted interventions in high-risk categories. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences, though lower than the UK average, remain notable contributors to the local crime mix. Seasonal factors, including the return to darker evenings and the timing of Halloween, may partly explain the spike in theft from the person and bicycle theft, which are both concentrated in areas with high foot traffic or outdoor activity. The presence of a large retail sector in Burton could also contribute to the relatively low rate of shoplifting, which is 3% below the UK average. This combination of local characteristics and seasonal influences shapes the crime picture, suggesting that both environmental and demographic factors play a role in the area’s criminal landscape.

The month-on-month changes in October 2024 reveal stark contrasts in specific crime categories. Theft from the person surged by 400%, rising from one incident to five, a spike that may be linked to Halloween-related activities or increased foot traffic in public spaces. Bicycle theft also saw a 150% increase, jumping from eight to 20 incidents. This dramatic rise, which is 275% above the UK average, suggests heightened vulnerability in local cycling infrastructure or unsecured bike storage. Conversely, crimes such as robbery and possession of weapons fell significantly, with robbery dropping by 66.7% and possession of weapons declining by 60%. These decreases could reflect seasonal factors, such as shorter evenings reducing opportunities for such crimes. The balance of crime types also shifts markedly: violent crimes dominate at 42.5% of the total, significantly above the UK average for this category. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour and public order offences remain below the UK average, highlighting a unique mix of criminal activity that diverges from national trends.

Burton upon Trent’s crime rate in October 2024 remained stable at 8.5 per 1,000 residents, matching the previous month’s figure. This consistency suggests no significant short-term shifts in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately 19 crimes reported each day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for local residents. Over the course of the month, one crime was recorded for every 118 residents, a monthly exposure rate that translates to a relatively low frequency of incidents per individual. When compared to the UK average, the area’s rate is 4.9% higher, but the stability between October 2024 and the prior month indicates that this gap is not widening. The population-scaled perspective highlights that while the rate is above the national average, the absolute number of crimes is manageable within the area’s demographics. This consistency contrasts with the notable spikes in specific crime categories, which are explored in the highlights section.