Hillingdon Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Hillingdon, 9.6 crimes were reported in October 2023, placing the area 20% above the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This rate translates to a tangible risk for residents, with one crime occurring for roughly every 104 people over the course of the month. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (22.5% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (21.5%) and vehicle crime (12.9%). These figures align with the area's urban character, where high foot traffic and transport hubs likely contribute to the prevalence of anti-social behaviour and vehicle-related incidents. Seasonal factors such as darker evenings and the approach of Halloween may have influenced the crime profile, though the overall stability compared to the previous month suggests no abrupt shifts. Violence and sexual offences, while significant, were 19% below the UK average, a discrepancy that could reflect local policing efforts or demographic differences. The data also reveals a stark contrast in specific categories: anti-social behaviour was 64% higher than the national average, while public order offences were 15% below. This variation highlights the need for targeted strategies to address the most pressing concerns, such as anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime, while maintaining the successes seen in other areas.

October 2023 saw notable shifts in crime patterns within Hillingdon. Theft from the person increased by 29.7%, rising from 37 to 48 incidents—a jump that may partly explain the elevated risk in public spaces. Robbery also rose sharply, with a 25.7% increase from 35 to 44 cases. These trends contrast with declines in burglary (-15.9%) and criminal damage and arson (-7.1%), which may reflect seasonal factors such as reduced outdoor activity as Halloween approached. Anti-social behaviour remained a persistent issue, with rates 64% above the UK average, a figure that highlights the need for community-focused interventions. Vehicle crime was another area of concern, with rates 131% above the UK average, likely linked to the area's transport infrastructure and commuter activity. These variations underscore the complexity of local crime dynamics, where specific categories dominate despite overall stability in the monthly rate.

Hillingdon's crime rate in October 2023 remained stable compared to the previous month, with a 1.4% increase from 9.5 to 9.6 per 1,000 residents. This suggests a relatively consistent pattern of crime despite seasonal shifts. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 102 reported crimes each day, a figure that reflects the density of the local population and the distribution of criminal activity across the district. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 104 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the risk in everyday terms. This figure is particularly useful for residents considering their personal safety, as it provides a tangible measure of how frequently crime occurs within the community. While the overall rate is slightly higher than the previous month, the stability indicates that no significant new trends have emerged in the short term, allowing for a more predictable assessment of local crime dynamics.