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

Clayton-le-Moors' overall crime rate in November 2023 stood at 8.2 per 1,000 residents, marking a 9.3% increase above the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This figure, while higher than the national benchmark, reflects a nuanced distribution of crime types. Violence and sexual offences. of total incidents, remained 15% below the UK average, a factor that may indicate effective community policing or reduced tensions in the area. Anti-social behaviour, however, dominated the crime profile at 22.2% of total incidents, a rate 71% above the UK average. This discrepancy suggests that while some categories of crime are being managed effectively, others—particularly those tied to public spaces—require targeted interventions. The month's seasonal context, including dark evenings and the festive shopping period, likely contributed to fluctuations in crime patterns. For instance, the rise in shoplifting by 75% compared to October may be linked to Black Friday activity, though this category remains 27% above the UK average. Vehicle crime, which surged by 66.7% month-on-month, also highlights the challenges of managing traffic-related incidents in a built-up area. These patterns underscore the importance of aligning local strategies with both seasonal rhythms and the unique characteristics of the built-up environment.

November 2023 saw significant decreases in several crime categories, including a 60% drop in 'other crime' and an 8.3% reduction in violence and sexual offences. These declines may partly explain the area's 9.3% above UK average rate, as violent crime remains 15% below the national benchmark. Conversely, anti-social behaviour rose by 10% compared to October, though it remains 71% above the UK average. Vehicle crime surged by two-thirds, with 10 incidents reported—a rate 100% higher than the UK average. This spike could reflect increased traffic during the festive shopping season or challenges in enforcing parking regulations. Residents may find the 100% increase in bicycle theft particularly noteworthy, as it suggests a need for enhanced bike security measures in local areas. Meanwhile, shoplifting rose by 75%, linked to Black Friday promotions, though this category remains 27% above the UK average.

Clayton-le-Moors' crime rate in November 2023 rose to 8.2 per 1,000 residents, a 2.6% increase from the previous month's 8.0 per 1,000. This places the area 9.3% above the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. Locally, this translates to roughly three crimes reported each day over the 30-day period, a figure that may help residents contextualise the frequency of incidents. On a monthly basis, one crime occurred for every 122 residents, a statistic that underscores the scale of exposure within the community. While the overall rate has increased slightly, the distribution of crime types reveals a mixed picture: anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime remain significantly above UK averages, whereas violence and sexual offences are 15% below the national benchmark. This contrast suggests that local factors, such as community engagement or policing strategies, may be influencing specific categories of crime differently.