The question of whether there are reported trends in shoplifting within Hemingford Grey is one that residents understandably want answered. The available data demonstrates a decreasing trend in shoplifting incidents within the village. As a Built-Up Area (BUA) in Huntingdonshire, Hemingford Grey has a population of 1461.
The overall crime rate in Hemingford Grey currently stands at 17.8 incidents per 1,000 residents. This is considerably lower than the UK average of 91.6 incidents per 1,000 residents, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. The safety score for Hemingford Grey is a notable 96 out of 100, further reinforcing this assessment, and exceeding the UK average of 79.
Crucially, the data reveals a year-on-year (YoY) decrease of 10.3% in reported shoplifting incidents. This positive trend suggests ongoing efforts to prevent crime are having a tangible effect. While the specific details of these preventative measures are not provided in the data, the decrease itself is a valuable indicator of improving safety within the village. It's important to remember that crime statistics reflect reported incidents, and proactive community engagement can contribute to even greater reductions. The lower crime rate, high safety score and decreasing shoplifting trend all point towards Hemingford Grey being a relatively safe place to live.