Ledbury Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Ledbury’s crime profile in October 2024, accounting for 31% of all reported incidents. With a total crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000 residents—44.4% below the UK average—the area remains significantly safer than the national average. The dominance of violent crime in this small built-up area may be influenced by its character as a commuter hub within Herefordshire, where transient populations and local amenities could intersect with crime patterns. While property crimes like shoplifting and anti-social behaviour also feature prominently, their rates are well below UK levels, suggesting effective community policing or environmental factors that deter such offences. Seasonal context adds nuance: October’s shorter evenings and Halloween festivities may have contributed to shifts in crime timing. The absence of major spikes in property crime, despite the area’s retail presence, hints at successful local initiatives or natural deterrents. This balance between violent and non-violent crime reflects Ledbury’s unique position as a small urban centre with a relatively low crime burden compared to larger UK cities.

Violence and sexual offences saw a significant decline of 38.1% in October, dropping from 21 to 13 incidents. This reduction may be linked to seasonal factors, such as shorter evenings and reduced social activity. Conversely, criminal damage and arson rose sharply by 150%, increasing from 2 to 5 cases—a jump that could reflect isolated incidents or targeted property damage. Vehicle crime also doubled, with one reported incident compared to zero in September, a change that might indicate increased traffic or parking activity in the area. Ledbury’s rate for violence and sexual offences is 48% below the UK average, while possession of weapons is 186% above the national figure. These contrasting trends illustrate the complexity of local crime dynamics, where some categories remain well below national benchmarks despite specific spikes.

Ledbury’s crime rate in October 2024 fell by 8.8% compared to September, dropping from 4.9 to 4.5 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with broader seasonal trends, as shorter evenings and Halloween-related activities may have influenced public behaviour. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the small population of 9,409 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 224 residents, a statistic that contextualises the scale of incidents within the community. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average, which suggests that Ledbury’s built-up area within Herefordshire maintains a relatively safe environment despite the presence of certain crime types. The population-scaled perspective highlights that even minor fluctuations in crime numbers can have a measurable impact on residents.