Great Glen Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

November 2024 marked a continuation of Great Glen's consistently low crime profile, with a recorded rate of 2.6 crimes per 1,000 residents — 65.8% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This figure places the area in stark contrast to national trends, reflecting a combination of community initiatives, local infrastructure, and seasonal patterns that likely contribute to sustained safety. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 42.9% of all reported incidents (6 cases), a rate of 1.1 per 1,000 — 57% below the UK average. This category's relatively low incidence may be partially explained by the area's built-up character, where public spaces are closely monitored and community engagement is frequent. Property crimes followed with 21.4% of total incidents (3 cases), including burglary, which saw a notable 94% increase compared to the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. This discrepancy highlights the need for targeted property crime prevention strategies in residential areas. The seasonal context of November — with Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping — may have influenced crime patterns, though the overall rate remained well below national benchmarks. The balance between violent and property crimes (6 each) suggests no significant shift in the crime mix, with violent offences maintaining a slight edge. This stability, despite the month's high-traffic retail events, indicates effective local policing or community vigilance that has mitigated potential spikes in theft or disorder.

November 2024 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with burglary increasing by 200% (from 1 to 3 cases) — a rate of 0.6 per 1,000, 94% above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. This sharp rise, while concerning, remains an isolated spike within an otherwise low-crime environment. Conversely, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage both decreased by 50%, reflecting an 82% and 65% reduction respectively compared to the UK average. These declines may be linked to the area's built-up nature, where public spaces are more likely to be patrolled and community reporting mechanisms are robust. Shoplifting and vehicle crime both rose by 100% (from 0 to 1 case each), though these remain well below UK averages of 0.7 and 0.4 per 1,000 respectively. The absence of reported anti-social behaviour in the second half of the month — a 50% reduction from October — suggests seasonal factors such as reduced evening activity or heightened community awareness may have played a role. For residents, the daily crime context is particularly reassuring: with 14 crimes reported over 30 days, the average is effectively 0 crimes per day — a figure that would be of interest to families considering relocation or property investment in the area.

The November 2024 crime rate of 2.6 per 1,000 in Great Glen represents a 7.6% increase from the previous month's 2.4 per 1,000, though this remains far below the UK average. When contextualised against the local population of 5,496 residents, this translates to one reported crime occurring for every 393 residents over the course of the month — a monthly exposure rate that is exceptionally low compared to national standards. Daily crime statistics further reinforce this safety profile, with an average of 0 crimes per day (14 total crimes over 30 days). This figure, while technically a local metric, provides a tangible benchmark for residents assessing risk levels in their neighbourhood. The population-scaled perspective highlights the area's effectiveness in crime prevention: even with the 200% increase in burglary cases, the overall impact on the community remains minimal. For context, the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000 equates to roughly one crime per 132 residents monthly — over three times the rate in Great Glen. The area's built-up character, combined with its relatively small population, likely contributes to this disparity, as higher population density in urban centres often correlates with increased crime rates. This comparison underscores the importance of local policing strategies and community engagement in maintaining safety, even in the face of occasional spikes in specific crime types.