Broughton Astley Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Broughton Astley during January 2024 reveals a distinct pattern that reflects both local dynamics and seasonal influences. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 39.5% of total incidents—nearly double the share of property crimes (13.2%)—a balance that diverges from the UK average where property crime typically holds a larger share. This emphasis on violent crime may be partly explained by the area's character as a small built-up community within Harborough, where social interactions and community cohesion can influence crime patterns. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.6 per 1,000, but Broughton Astley recorded 1.5 per 1,000, 42% below the national figure, suggesting a relatively lower incidence of severe personal crimes. Meanwhile, property crimes such as other theft (13.2%) and vehicle crime (5.3%) remained below UK averages, consistent with the area's lower overall crime rate. Seasonal context further shapes this picture: January, as a post-holiday month, likely saw reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours, which may contribute to fewer outdoor crimes typically associated with busier periods. However, the presence of violent crimes in the top category highlights the need to consider local factors such as community engagement and policing strategies. The crime mix here illustrates a balance that contrasts with larger urban areas, where property crimes often dominate, and underscores the unique characteristics of this rural-adjacent built-up area.

January 2024 saw notable shifts in specific crime categories, with other crime experiencing a 200% increase from 1 to 3 incidents—a jump that could reflect isolated events or emerging trends requiring closer attention. Anti-social behaviour and burglary each doubled from 1 to 2, suggesting potential issues in community spaces or vulnerabilities in residential areas. Conversely, vehicle crime plummeted by 77.8% (from 9 to 2), likely tied to seasonal factors such as reduced car usage during colder months or fewer vehicles in the area due to holiday-related absences. These month-on-month changes highlight a combination of local conditions and broader patterns. Broughton Astley's other crime rate (0.3 per 1,000) was 114% above the UK average (0.1 per 1,000), a stark contrast to its generally lower crime profile. This anomaly may warrant further scrutiny to determine whether it reflects a temporary spike or a deeper issue in specific categories. Meanwhile, public order offences (10.5% of total crimes) remained 17% below the UK average, consistent with the area's lower overall crime rate. For residents, the 77.8% drop in vehicle crime offers a tangible reassurance that certain types of crime may be more responsive to seasonal or environmental factors, even as other categories show unexpected increases.

Broughton Astley's January 2024 crime rate of 3.9 per 1,000 marked a 7.4% decline from the previous month's rate of 4.2 per 1,000, reflecting a continued trend of relatively low crime levels in the area. On a daily basis, the community experienced roughly one reported crime per day, a figure that aligns with the area's small population of 9,770. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 257 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average, though no direct comparison figures are provided for the latter. This low frequency underscores the area's status as a relatively safe built-up community, where crime is not a daily occurrence for most residents. The population-scaled perspective further highlights the impact of Broughton Astley's size: with fewer residents, even small numbers of crimes can appear proportionally significant, but in absolute terms, the rate remains well below national benchmarks. The 47.3% gap between Broughton Astley's crime rate and the UK average (7.4 per 1,000) is particularly striking, suggesting that the area's crime prevention measures, community structure, or geographic isolation may play a role in maintaining lower rates. For context, the UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.6 per 1,000, but Broughton Astley's rate of 1.5 per 1,000 indicates a notable reduction in this category, which could be influenced by local policing efforts or demographic factors. These comparisons reinforce the idea that Broughton Astley operates within a distinct crime profile, one that diverges from the broader UK context in both absolute and relative terms.