Broughton Astley Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Broughton Astley’s overall crime rate for June 2024 stood at 4.8 per 1,000 residents, a figure that places the area 41.5% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This performance, while modest in absolute terms, reflects a consistent trend of lower-than-national crime levels, particularly in violent and property-related categories. Violence and sexual offences emerged as the most common category, contributing 46.8% of all reported crimes, yet this rate of 2.3 per 1,000 remains 17% below the UK average. The area’s crime profile is further distinguished by its exceptionally low rates of anti-social behaviour, which were 64% below the national average, and burglary, which was 33% below the UK figure. These patterns suggest a community where public order and safety are prioritised. For instance, the sharp increase in vehicle crime—up 300% from May—may indicate seasonal factors such as more frequent travel or the impact of summer holidays on local parking areas. The month’s context as the start of summer, with longer daylight hours and the potential for increased tourism, aligns with the observed rise in certain categories, though the overall rate remains firmly in the lower quartile of UK comparisons. This balance between stability and fluctuation underscores the need for targeted interventions in specific areas, such as vehicle security, while maintaining the positive trajectory established by the area’s historically low crime rates.

June 2024 saw a stark contrast in crime trends, with three categories experiencing dramatic shifts. Vehicle crime surged by 300%, rising from one to four incidents, a jump that may reflect increased summer travel or seasonal parking patterns. Simultaneously, criminal damage and arson rose by 250%, from two to seven incidents, a trend that could be linked to warmer weather and the start of the summer season. On the other hand, public order offences fell sharply by 85.7%, from seven to one, indicating a reduction in alcohol-related incidents or improved community engagement. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, accounting for 46.8% of all crimes, though they were 17% below the UK average. This highlights a localised pattern where violent crime is less prevalent than in other parts of the country, even as property-related offences showed mixed movements. For residents, the significant increase in vehicle crime serves as a concrete reminder to secure vehicles during the summer months.

Broughton Astley’s crime rate in June 2024 rose by 26.9% compared to 3.8 per 1,000 in May, reflecting a shift in local patterns. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately two crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, highlights the persistent need for vigilance. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 208 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, when contextualised against the area’s population of 9,770, underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents. This contrasts with the UK average, where crime is significantly more prevalent. The increase in June is notable, particularly given the area’s historically low crime rate, which has consistently remained below the national average. However, the scale of the rise—though statistically significant—remains within a manageable range for a small built-up area. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that the majority of residents are not directly affected by crime, though targeted efforts may still be warranted for the most vulnerable communities.