Long Eaton Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

August 2024 presented a mixed picture for Long Eaton’s crime profile, with the area’s overall rate of 8.4 per 1,000 residents placing it 2.4% above the UK average. This slight divergence reflects localized patterns rather than a national trend. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 32.1% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (18.4%) and public order incidents (13.1%). These figures align with the area’s character as a built-up district within Erewash, where retail and community hubs likely drive anti-social behaviour and public order issues. Bicycle theft—now 122% above the UK average—emerged as a striking outlier, potentially linked to the summer season’s increased cycling activity or vulnerabilities in local bike storage infrastructure. The rate of violent crime matched the UK average, suggesting no significant deviation in personal safety risks. Seasonal factors, such as August’s peak holiday period, may have amplified public order challenges, with higher foot traffic and events contributing to disturbances. Meanwhile, property crimes accounted for 25% of all reported incidents, though burglary and vehicle crime both fell below the UK average, indicating effective policing in those areas. This data underscores the need for targeted interventions in bicycle security and crowd management during high-traffic periods, while reaffirming that Long Eaton’s overall crime profile remains broadly consistent with national benchmarks.

August 2024 marked a sharp rise in bicycle theft, which surged 100% from zero to eight incidents—a figure 122% above the UK average. This spike may reflect increased cycling activity during summer or unsecured bike storage in public areas. Possession of weapons also rose 100% (1 to 2 incidents). Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 22.7% (22 to 17), possibly linked to reduced outdoor activity as holidays drew to a close. Anti-social behaviour remained 11% above the UK average, while public order offences—75% above the UK rate—suggest challenges in managing crowd-related incidents during August’s peak tourist season. These shifts underscore the need for targeted policing in high-traffic zones and community engagement around public safety.

Long Eaton's crime rate in August 2024 remained stable compared to the previous month, falling by 1.8% to 8.4 per 1,000 residents from 8.6 per 1,000 in July. This consistency suggests no major shifts in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 10 crimes per day in August, a figure that offers context for local residents assessing risk levels. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 119 residents, a monthly exposure rate that aligns with patterns observed in similar built-up areas. With a population of 38,186, the rate is slightly above the UK average but not significantly divergent, indicating that Long Eaton’s crime profile remains broadly in line with national trends despite specific local variations.