Breaston and Draycott Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Breaston and Draycott, 4.8 crimes were reported in July 2023—a rate 42.2% below the UK average of 8.3 per 1,000. Translating this to everyday risk, the figure means that over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 210 residents. This relatively low rate reflects a community where crime remains a rare but not absent part of life. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 34.3% of all incidents, followed by criminal damage and arson (25.7%) and anti-social behaviour (14.3%). The seasonal context of July—peak summer, schools out, and a surge in tourism and festivals—likely plays a role in shaping these patterns. For instance, the higher proportion of violence and sexual offences may be partly explained by increased social interactions during events. Meanwhile, the significant underperformance of anti-social behaviour (51% below the UK average) could indicate effective local policing or community initiatives that mitigate disorder during busy periods. However, the sharp rise in criminal damage and arson, which is 87% above the UK average, raises questions about localized vulnerabilities, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or temporary event spaces. These findings suggest that while the area’s crime profile remains generally favourable, targeted measures may be needed to address specific risks without compromising the broader safety environment.

July 2023 saw notable fluctuations in specific crime categories, with shoplifting, burglary, and vehicle crime each doubling from zero to one, two, and two incidents respectively. These increases, while small in absolute terms, may reflect the impact of summer festivals and increased outdoor activity, which can attract transient populations. Conversely, public order offences fell by 75%, from eight to two incidents, a drop consistent with the summer holiday period when local authorities may implement additional community engagement initiatives. Anti-social behaviour also decreased by 28.6%, from seven to five incidents, though this remains 51% below the UK average. A striking divergence from national trends is the 87% surge in criminal damage and arson cases, which at 1.2 per 1,000 residents, far outpaces the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. This anomaly could be linked to the area’s built-up character and potential for vandalism during large-scale events.

In July 2023, Breaston and Draycott recorded a crime rate of 4.8 per 1,000 residents, marking a 5.4% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.0. This decline, though modest, aligns with broader seasonal trends where summer holidays and reduced foot traffic in local businesses may contribute to lower crime levels. Daily crime statistics show an average of one reported incident per day over the 31-day period, a figure that translates to manageable proportions for a community of 7,349 residents. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure means that over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 210 residents—a rate significantly lower than the UK average. This suggests that, for most residents, the likelihood of encountering crime in their daily lives remains comparatively low, though localized spikes in specific categories like criminal damage and arson highlight areas requiring closer attention.