Great Glen Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Great Glen’s crime rate in April 2023 stood at 3.8 per 1,000 residents, a figure that remains 49.3% below the UK average of 7.5. This performance places the area firmly in the category of low-crime built-up areas. increase compared to March. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 47.6% of all reported incidents, followed by public order offences (14.3%) and vehicle crime (9.5%). These figures align with seasonal patterns typical of spring, when increased outdoor activity may contribute to higher rates of public order and property-related offences. The data suggests a possible correlation between the Easter holiday period and the rise in criminal damage and arson cases, though no direct causal link can be confirmed. The area’s performance against the UK average highlights a consistent pattern of lower rates for most offence categories, with anti-social behaviour and other theft both registering over 25% below national figures. This resilience may be attributed to the area’s relatively small population and the absence of major urban features that typically drive higher crime rates. The balance between violent and property crimes also reflects local characteristics: while violence remains a significant concern, the absence of large retail hubs or high-density housing may limit opportunities for theft and burglary. As April transitions into spring, the interplay between weather patterns and community activity will likely continue to shape crime trends, though the overall trajectory for Great Glen remains one of relative safety compared to the UK average.

April 2023 marked a notable shift in crime patterns, with three categories experiencing 100% increases: vehicle crime, other theft, and criminal damage and arson. This surge in property-related offences contrasts with a 31% reduction in violence and sexual offences compared to the UK average, where such crimes occur at 2.6 per 1,000 residents. The area’s anti-social behaviour rate was 83% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the 1.2 per 1,000 recorded nationally. Residents may find the doubling of vehicle crime particularly noteworthy, as it suggests increased vulnerability in parking areas or unsecured vehicles during the Easter period. While the overall crime rate rose, the composition of offences shifted, with property crimes now accounting for 38% of total incidents—compared to 47.6% for violent crimes in March. This shift may reflect seasonal changes, with spring weather encouraging outdoor activity and altering the balance between property and violent crime.

April 2023 saw a 16.5% increase in Great Glen’s crime rate compared to March, rising from 3.3 to 3.8 per 1,000 residents. Despite this uptick, the area remains significantly safer than the UK average, which stood at 7.5 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the month recorded roughly one crime per day, a figure that, while unchanged from recent months, underscores the low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. Over the course of April, one reported crime occurred for every 262 residents—a statistic that highlights the relatively sparse nature of crime in Great Glen compared to larger urban centres. This monthly exposure, when contextualised against the area’s population of 5,496, illustrates that most residents are unlikely to experience crime directly. The increase in crime rate appears modest when viewed through this lens, particularly given the area’s continued performance well below the UK average for most offence categories.