Borrowash Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In a population of around 7,200 residents, Borrowash recorded 18 crimes in August 2024, translating to a crime rate of 2.5 per 1,000 people—69.5% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This stark contrast with national figures highlights the area's relatively secure environment. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 44.4% of all incidents (8 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (5 cases, 27.8%). The seasonal context of August, a peak holiday month, typically raises concerns about increased tourism and empty homes, yet the area's crime rate remains significantly lower than the UK average. This may reflect the built-up nature of Borrowash, where community policing and local infrastructure could contribute to crime prevention. Vehicle crime (2 cases, 11.1%) and public order offences (1 case, 5.6%) were also reported, though these categories remain well below national benchmarks. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.7 per 1,000, meaning Borrowash's rate is 59% lower. This suggests that while seasonal factors like tourism may influence crime patterns, the area's unique characteristics—such as its proximity to Erewash or the presence of local amenities—may play a role in maintaining low crime levels. The data also indicates that anti-social behaviour, though a significant portion of incidents, is 51% below the UK average. These figures collectively illustrate a community where crime is rare but not entirely absent, with local conditions likely shaping both the volume and types of offences reported.

August 2024 saw a notable 33.3% reduction in violence and sexual offences, the most common crime category, which fell from 12 incidents in July to 8. This decline may reflect seasonal factors, such as reduced summer activities or increased community engagement. Conversely, criminal damage and arson, drugs, and vehicle crime each increased by 100% compared to July, though these remain low in absolute terms. Violence and sexual offences in Borrowash are 59% below the UK average (2.7 per 1,000), while anti-social behaviour is 51% below the UK rate (1.4 per 1,000). For residents, the drop in violence-related crimes offers a tangible example of how seasonal patterns and local initiatives may intersect to influence crime trends. The rise in property-related crimes, though modest, underscores the need for vigilance in areas with transient populations or vacant properties.

Borrowash's crime rate in August 2024 (2.5 per 1,000 residents) marked a 21.6% decrease from the previous month's rate of 3.2 per 1,000. This decline aligns with a broader trend of lower crime activity during the summer months, though August is typically a peak period for tourism and related risks. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that translates to roughly one reported crime for every 400 residents over the course of the month. When scaled to the population of 7,207, this highlights a relatively low level of criminal activity compared to the UK average. The monthly exposure metric—1-in-400 residents affected—provides a tangible sense of risk for local residents, emphasizing that crime remains a rare occurrence in Borrowash. This low frequency contrasts with the UK's higher overall rate, suggesting that factors such as community cohesion, local policing strategies, or the area's built-up nature may contribute to its safer profile.