Fleet Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Fleet’s crime rate in June 2024 stood at 4.7 per 1,000 residents, marking a 42.7% deficit compared to the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This figure, while a 22.3% increase from the previous month’s rate of 3.8, still positions the area as significantly safer than the national average. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 37.1% of all reported incidents, yet this rate remains 38% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. Shoplifting, the second most common crime, was 29% above the UK average, suggesting a possible link to local retail dynamics or targeted policing efforts. The seasonal context of June—marking the beginning of summer—may contribute to fluctuations, such as the surge in 'other crime' and criminal damage, which could reflect increased public activity or unseasonal weather patterns. However, the overall crime profile remains balanced, with property crimes (74 incidents) and violent crimes (73 incidents) each contributing nearly 37% to the total. Public order offences, at 12.2% of all crimes, were 2% below the UK average, highlighting Fleet’s relatively controlled environment. The area’s low burglary rate—67% below the UK average—may be attributed to its built-up character, which likely features more monitored spaces and community-oriented policing. While the month-on-month rise in certain categories is concerning, the broader context of Fleet’s crime rate underscores the effectiveness of local strategies in maintaining safety, even during periods of seasonal change.

June 2024 saw sharp increases in certain crime categories, with 'other crime' rising by 200% (from 2 to 6 incidents) and criminal damage and arson surging by 142.9% (from 7 to 17). These jumps, though localized, may be linked to seasonal factors such as the start of summer, which can bring increased activity in public spaces. Conversely, burglary and drugs-related crimes both fell by 40%, reflecting a possible reduction in targeted opportunities during the month. The breakdown of crimes also reveals that violence and sexual offences remain the most prevalent category, making up 37.1% of all incidents, yet this rate is 38% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. Shoplifting, however, is an outlier, with a rate of 0.8 per 1,000—29% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. This discrepancy could indicate local retail patterns or policing focus in high-traffic areas. For residents, the 200% increase in 'other crime'—a category encompassing a range of less-defined offences—may warrant closer attention to community awareness initiatives.

Fleet’s crime rate in June 2024 rose by 22.3% compared to the previous month, moving from 3.8 to 4.7 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though notable, still places the area 42.7% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area experiences roughly seven crimes per day, a figure that, while locally significant, remains far from the national norm. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 215 residents, a monthly exposure that highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents in Fleet compared to the UK. This statistic is particularly meaningful for residents, as it translates to a 1-in-215 chance of being directly affected by crime during June. When contextualised against the population of 42,305, the numbers underscore that Fleet remains a safer area than the average UK locality, even with the month-on-month rise. The increase may reflect seasonal shifts, such as the start of summer, but the overall rate remains well below the UK benchmark, suggesting that local factors—such as community engagement or policing strategies—continue to mitigate crime effectively.