Ventnor Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Ventnor's crime profile in November 2023 reveals a distinct balance between property-related and violent offences, shaped by both local characteristics and seasonal factors. The overall crime rate of 6.6 per 1,000 residents, 12% below the UK average, highlights the area's generally safer environment compared to the national context. However, the distribution of crime types paints a nuanced picture. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 29.7% of all incidents, a proportion that may be influenced by the area's relatively small population and the concentration of incidents in specific locations. Shoplifting, the second most common offence, contributed 21.6% of the total, far exceeding the UK average by 155%. This discrepancy could be attributed to Ventnor's status as a tourist destination, where retail areas may be more vulnerable to opportunistic theft, particularly around events like Black Friday. The presence of drugs-related crimes—16.2% of total incidents, 450% above the UK average—suggests a localised issue that may require targeted interventions. Seasonal factors also played a role, with November's shorter evenings and Bonfire Night events influencing patterns of both property and violent crime. The drop in violent offences, despite the presence of high-profile events, may indicate effective community policing or natural deterrents linked to the area's quieter character. These findings underscore the importance of tailoring crime prevention strategies to Ventnor's unique context, balancing the needs of residents with the challenges posed by tourism and seasonal fluctuations.

November 2023 saw a sharp rise in drug-related crimes, which surged by 100% compared to the previous month, moving from zero to six incidents. This increase, while modest in absolute terms, marks a significant shift in the local crime mix, potentially reflecting seasonal patterns or localised pressures. Conversely, burglary rates fell by 50% to two incidents, a decline that may be linked to heightened awareness around the festive season or targeted policing efforts. The crime mix also revealed stark contrasts with the UK average, particularly in shoplifting, which was 155% above the national figure. This anomaly could be attributed to Ventnor's coastal retail presence, which may attract transient populations during events like Black Friday. Meanwhile, violent crime decreased by 21.4%, with 11 incidents reported, a drop that may be connected to reduced foot traffic during darker evenings or the absence of major events that typically draw crowds. These shifts highlight the interplay between local context and broader national trends in crime distribution.

Ventnor's crime rate in November 2023 fell to 6.6 per 1,000 residents, a 5.2% decrease from the previous month's 7.0 per 1,000. This decline aligns with a broader trend of reduced violent crime, with violence and sexual offences dropping by 21.4% to 11 incidents. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day, a figure that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents despite the seasonal fluctuations in November. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 151 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average when scaled to Ventnor's population of 5,588. This context suggests that residents face a lower likelihood of encountering crime compared to the national average, though specific categories like shoplifting and drugs show stark deviations. The population-scaled perspective reveals that the area's crime profile is more concentrated in certain types, such as property-related offences, which may reflect local dynamics like seasonal retail activity or targeted enforcement efforts.