Ledbury Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Ledbury’s crime rate in June 2024 stood at 6.1 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 25.6% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This continued decline from the previous month’s rate of 6.4 per 1,000 reflects a broader trend of improved safety in the area, although the data reveals a nuanced picture of crime dynamics. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 45.6% of all crimes, a share that is 1% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour and public order offences together made up 35.1% of the total, with the former being exactly in line with the UK average and the latter 15% above. The stark contrast between these violent and disorderly crimes and the sharp drop in property-related offences — such as burglary (3.5% of total crimes, 33% below the UK average) and vehicle crime (1.8% of total crimes, 78% below the UK average) — suggests a shift in criminal activity patterns. This divergence may be influenced by the seasonal context of June, the start of the summer months, which typically brings increased tourism to rural and semi-rural areas like Ledbury. The low rate of shoplifting (5.3% of total crimes, 52% below the UK average) and the even lower rates of other theft (3.5%, 66% below the UK average) and criminal damage (1.8%, 84% below the UK average) further reinforce the idea that property crime in Ledbury is significantly less prevalent than in the UK as a whole. These figures may be partially explained by the area’s character as a small built-up area within Herefordshire, where community cohesion and lower population density could naturally reduce opportunities for certain types of crime. However, the rise in anti-social behaviour and public order offences — linked to the influx of visitors — indicates that local authorities may need to address these issues through targeted community engagement or policing strategies. The overall crime rate, while low, highlights the importance of maintaining this trend through continued investment in local infrastructure and community initiatives.

June 2024 marked a significant 60% reduction in burglary cases, with the number of incidents falling from five to two — a shift consistent with seasonal patterns seen in small towns where reduced outdoor activity and increased community engagement may deter property crime. Conversely, anti-social behaviour surged by 62.5%, rising from eight to thirteen incidents, a sharp increase that could be linked to the start of the summer season and the influx of visitors to the area. Shoplifting incidents, though fewer than the UK average by 52%, remained low at three cases, suggesting that local retail areas may benefit from effective community policing or deterrent measures. The most striking month-on-month change was the 100% increase in other theft cases, which rose from one to two incidents — a small but notable spike that may indicate evolving criminal activity patterns. Meanwhile, public order offences increased by 40%, from five to seven incidents, a trend that could reflect heightened social interactions during the early summer months. Violent crime, at 2.8 per 1,000 residents, was 1% above the UK average, a discrepancy that may be influenced by local factors such as the proximity of Ledbury to larger urban centres or the dynamics of its community. These shifts, while modest, illustrate how seasonal tourism and local demographics can shape crime patterns in a small town.

Ledbury’s crime rate in June 2024 fell by 5.0% compared to the previous month, continuing a downward trend that has defined the area’s recent security profile. With 57 crimes reported — a rate of 6.1 per 1,000 residents — the local figure is 25.6% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000, underscoring the area’s consistently lower exposure to crime. Translating this into daily terms, the town experiences roughly two crimes each day, a pace that reflects the quiet nature of this small built-up area. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 165 residents, a statistic that, when contextualised against the UK average, highlights the relative safety of Ledbury’s population. This monthly exposure is particularly noteworthy given the area’s proximity to Herefordshire’s rural expanses and its status as a commuter hub, where lower population density and community cohesion may contribute to reduced crime opportunities. The decline in property-related offences, such as burglary and vehicle crime, aligns with seasonal patterns observed in similar small towns, where reduced outdoor activity and heightened vigilance during the early summer months may play a role. However, the rise in anti-social behaviour and public order offences suggests a shift in local dynamics, linked to the influx of visitors as the tourist season begins. These patterns illustrate how seasonal transitions and demographic shifts can influence crime trends in a built-up area without major urban infrastructure.