Leominster Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Leominster's crime rate in June 2024 reached 11.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 42.7% above the UK average of 8.2. This figure underscores a challenging period for local law enforcement and community safety initiatives. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 42.1% of all reported incidents. This dominance of violent crime contrasts with the UK average, where such offences contribute 2.8 per 1,000 residents. The second and third most common crimes were anti-social behaviour (1.5 per 1,000) and shoplifting (1.3 per 1,000), both significantly exceeding UK averages. These patterns may reflect the area's character as a small built-up area within Herefordshire, where community dynamics and local amenities could influence crime trends. The seasonal context of June—as the start of the summer and the beginning of increased tourism in nearby rural areas—may contribute to higher rates of anti-social behaviour and shoplifting. However, the UK average for shoplifting is lower (0.6 per 1,000), suggesting that local factors such as retail density or economic conditions could be exacerbating the issue. The data also reveals a stark disparity between Leominster and the UK average in violent crime, which may be linked to the area's demographic profile or unmet needs in community support services. These findings highlight the need for targeted interventions to address the specific challenges facing Leominster, particularly in reducing violent crime and mitigating the factors driving shoplifting.

June 2024 saw sharp increases in three categories: other crime (+300%), other theft (+120%), and public order offences (+116.7%). These jumps, particularly in 'other crime' which rose from 1 to 4 incidents, suggest emerging patterns that may reflect seasonal activity or unaddressed local issues. Conversely, drug-related crimes fell by 60% (from 5 to 2), a drop that could indicate improved community policing or reduced illicit activity during the early summer. The violence and sexual offences category, at 5.0 per 1,000, remains 81% above the UK average, a stark contrast to the 56% reduction in vehicle crime (from 0.5 to 0.2 per 1,000). For residents, the 11.7% increase in shoplifting (1.3 per 1,000) offers a concrete data point to consider when assessing local retail security needs. These fluctuations highlight the combination of seasonal factors and persistent crime trends in the area.

Leominster's crime rate in June 2024 rose to 11.7 per 1,000 residents, a 38.6% increase from the previous month's 8.5 per 1,000. This shift reflects a growing concern for local residents, with 5 crimes reported daily on average—equivalent to one reported crime for every 85 residents over the course of the month. While the overall rate remains higher than the UK average, the month-on-month change highlights a significant acceleration in reported incidents. The population context underscores the scale: with 11,924 residents, the current rate means a resident has a 1-in-85 chance of being involved in a crime during June. This monthly exposure figure, though not directly comparable to national data, provides a tangible sense of local risk. The increase appears most pronounced in property and public order categories, though daily crime counts alone do not capture the full picture of community safety concerns.