Clayton-le-Moors Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Clayton-le-Moors’ crime profile in August 2023, accounting for 35.2% of all reported crimes. This category alone contributed to a crime rate of 3.8 per 1,000 residents, significantly above the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 25% of total crimes, with a rate of 2.7 per 1,000, 88% higher than the UK average. The area’s overall crime rate of 10.9 per 1,000 residents—34.6% above the UK average—reflects a persistent challenge in maintaining public safety. August’s role as a peak holiday month likely influenced these figures, as empty homes and increased tourism may have created opportunities for burglary and vehicle crime. The 19.4% share of vehicle crime (2.1 per 1,000) further highlights vulnerabilities in local infrastructure, with the category’s rate 329% above the UK average. This stark divergence from national trends suggests a need for targeted interventions, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or transient populations. Seasonal factors, such as the timing of school holidays and summer events, may have amplified certain types of crime, though the exact interplay between these elements requires further analysis. The data underscores the importance of situational awareness for residents, with violent crime and anti-social behaviour posing the most immediate risks. While some categories, like criminal damage and arson, saw decreases, the overall picture remains one of elevated risk compared to the UK average, demanding continued attention from local authorities and community groups.

August 2023 marked a sharp rise in burglary, with a 200% increase from 2 to 6 incidents, and vehicle crime surged by 162.5% (8 to 21). These jumps suggest heightened vulnerability in residential and commercial areas, potentially linked to August’s peak holiday season and increased tourism. Conversely, other theft fell by 80% (5 to 1), and criminal damage and arson dropped by 37.5% (8 to 5), indicating a possible seasonal shift in criminal activity. Violence and sexual offences, at 3.8 per 1,000, remain 44% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour, at 2.7 per 1,000, is 88% above the national rate. This stark divergence from UK norms underscores the area’s distinct crime profile, with public order offences and shoplifting showing smaller but notable decreases. For residents, the spike in vehicle crime may be particularly concerning, as it reflects a 329% gap compared to the UK average for this category.

August 2023 saw a 3.9% rise in Clayton-le-Moors' crime rate, increasing from 10.5 to 10.9 per 1,000 residents. This places the area 34.6% above the UK average, a gap that has widened slightly from previous months. On a daily basis, the area experiences roughly three crimes per day, a figure that, while locally relevant, lacks a direct UK comparison due to the absence of national daily crime statistics. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 92 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the persistent presence of crime in daily life. When scaled to the area’s population of 9,919, this translates to a tangible risk for residents, particularly in the context of August’s seasonal dynamics. The increase in violent crime and property crime, coupled with the area’s small population, amplifies the visibility of each incident, making crime a more immediate concern for local communities compared to larger urban centres where rates may be distributed across a broader population.