Rowlands Gill Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Rowlands Gill during September 2024 reveals a distinct pattern shaped by local dynamics and seasonal rhythms. With a crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 residents—39% below the UK average of 7.7—the area demonstrates a consistently lower incidence of crime compared to national benchmarks. Violence and sexual offences dominated the landscape, accounting for 42.3% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour at 23.1% and criminal damage and arson at 19.2%. This distribution suggests a focus on interpersonal conflict and property-related issues, potentially influenced by the area’s built-up character and the transition into autumn. The seasonal context of September, marked by the return to school and university freshers, may contribute to increased tensions in shared spaces or public areas. The relatively low rates of shoplifting (3.9%) and burglary (3.9%)—both significantly below UK averages—could reflect effective local deterrents or a community profile less prone to these specific offences. However, the elevated rate of criminal damage and arson (61% above UK average) raises questions about targeted vandalism or environmental factors. These patterns underscore a need to balance community engagement with targeted interventions, particularly in areas prone to property damage.

September 2024 saw notable shifts in crime trends, with anti-social behaviour increasing by 50% compared to August, driven by a rise from four to six incidents. This spike may correlate with the return of students and the heightened social activity typical of the university freshers period. Conversely, shoplifting plummeted by 75% (from four to one incident), and burglary dropped by 50% (from two to one), suggesting successful local measures or seasonal lulls in retail-related crime. Other theft and bicycle theft both saw 100% increases, highlighting emerging vulnerabilities. The category of criminal damage and arson. of total crimes, was 61% above the UK average, indicating a specific local challenge. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences remained the largest single category, 24% below the UK average, potentially reflecting the area’s lower population density and community-focused policing strategies. These fluctuations illustrate the combination of seasonal factors, local demographics, and enforcement priorities.

Rowlands Gill’s September 2024 crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 residents represents a 13.4% decrease from August’s 5.5, marking a sustained decline in overall crime. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that may resonate with residents as a tangible measure of local safety. When scaled to the population of 5,503, this translates to one crime occurring for roughly every 212 residents over the course of the month—a metric that contextualises the impact of crime on the community. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average when considering the overall crime rate, though specific categories like criminal damage and arson reveal divergences. The population-scaled perspective also highlights the area’s relative safety, with violent crime rates remaining 24% below national averages. These figures suggest that while Rowlands Gill benefits from a generally low crime environment, targeted attention to areas with above-average incidents—such as property damage—could further enhance community confidence.