Freshwater and Totland Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Freshwater and Totland’s crime rate in September 2024 stood at 4.5 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 41.6% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure reflects a generally low-risk environment, though the data reveals a combination of crime types and seasonal influences. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 64.1% of all crimes, with 25 incidents reported—a rate of 2.9 per 1,000, 11% above the UK average. This category’s prominence may be linked to the area’s built-up nature and the proximity of educational institutions, which could drive both violent incidents and the associated social dynamics. Criminal damage and arson followed, contributing 15.4% of total crimes, with a rate of 0.7 per 1,000, 25% above the UK average. These figures could be influenced by the area’s coastal location, where seasonal maintenance or recreational activities might increase opportunities for such offences. In contrast, anti-social behaviour and other thefts remained significantly below UK averages, with the former at 7.7% of total crimes (0.3 per 1,000, 74% below the UK average) and the latter at 5.1% (0.2 per 1,000, 62% below). This divergence may stem from the area’s relatively small population and the presence of tourism-related infrastructure, which could foster a more vigilant community. September’s seasonal context—back to school, university freshers, and the transition to shorter evenings—likely influenced patterns. The area’s overall safety profile, while strong, underscores the need for targeted awareness around rising drug-related crimes and bicycle theft, which both doubled month-on-month. These trends, though small in scale, may indicate emerging challenges tied to the influx of students and the timing of local events.

September 2024 saw significant increases in drug-related crimes and bicycle theft, both doubling from zero to two and one respectively. These spikes, though small in absolute terms, represent a 100% month-on-month rise and may reflect the influx of university students and freshers returning to the area. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 50%, from two to three incidents, possibly linked to the start of the academic year and increased social activity in public spaces. Violence and sexual offences decreased by 30.6% compared to August, dropping from 36 to 25 cases—a shift that contrasts with the overall seasonal trend of rising crime in back-to-school periods. This decline may be attributed to local policing efforts or the timing of holidays. The area’s violent crime rate (2.9 per 1,000) remains 11% above the UK average, a statistic that highlights the need for continued vigilance in addressing targeted offences. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour and other thefts fell significantly below UK averages, suggesting that the community’s characteristics—such as its coastal location and lower population density—may contribute to these lower rates.

Freshwater and Totland's crime rate in September 2024 (4.5 per 1,000) reflects a 32.7% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.7 per 1,000. This decline positions the area as one of the safest in the UK, with a 41.6% lower rate than the national average of 7.7 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly one reported crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that aligns with the low overall rate. Monthly exposure to crime translates to one reported incident for every 223 residents, a statistic that underscores the relatively low risk for local households. While the drop from August is notable, the area’s crime profile remains shaped by seasonal shifts—September’s transition to cooler weather and the return of students may have influenced patterns, though these factors are not fully reflected in the data. The population-scaled perspective suggests that the community’s safety measures, combined with the area’s character as a coastal built-up area, may contribute to the sustained low crime levels. However, the increase in drug-related incidents and bicycle theft in September warrants attention, as these trends could signal emerging challenges.