Ventnor Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Ventnor’s February 2024 crime profile reveals a pronounced dominance of violent crime over property crime, a trend that may reflect the area’s character as a coastal built-up area with a mix of residential and tourist activity. The overall crime rate of 5.4 per 1,000 residents — 23.9% below the UK average — suggests a generally safer environment compared to the national picture. However, the composition of crimes tells a different story: 15 incidents of violence and sexual offences (50% of all crimes) far outnumbered property crimes (8 incidents, 26.7% of total). This imbalance could be influenced by Ventnor’s proximity to the Isle of Wight’s tourism sector, where transient populations and nightlife may contribute to higher rates of interpersonal crime. Violence and sexual offences in Ventnor were 8% above the UK average, a figure that may partly explain the area’s overall rate being lower than the national average despite this category’s overperformance. Other theft, at 16.7% of total crimes, was 64% above the UK average, highlighting vulnerabilities in personal or retail security. Seasonal factors likely played a role: February’s low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull may have reduced opportunities for property crime, while the same period’s limited social interactions could have dampened public order incidents. The data also shows a sharp decline in shoplifting (from 17 to 1 incident), consistent with reduced foot traffic during the winter months. These patterns underscore the combination of local demographics, seasonal rhythms, and crime dynamics in Ventnor.

February 2024 saw a striking shift in crime composition, with violent crimes (15 incidents) accounting for 50% of all reported crimes — a significant imbalance compared to property crimes (8 incidents). This dominance of violence and sexual offences, which were 8% above the UK average, contrasts with lower rates of anti-social behaviour (62% below the UK average) and shoplifting (63% below). Among the most notable changes, other theft surged by 150% (from 2 to 5 incidents), likely reflecting targeted activity in retail or personal spaces. Conversely, shoplifting plummeted by 94.1% (from 17 to 1 incident), possibly due to reduced foot traffic during the winter lull. The possession of weapons also rose by 100% (from 0 to 1 incident), a figure that, while small, may signal emerging concerns. For residents, the sharp increase in other theft — a category encompassing crimes like burglary or vehicle theft — could warrant heightened vigilance in securing valuables.

Ventnor’s crime rate in February 2024 stood at 5.4 per 1,000 residents, a marked decline from the previous month’s rate of 10.2 per 1,000 — a 47.4% reduction. This drop aligns with typical seasonal patterns, as February’s low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull may have contributed to fewer opportunities for crime. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day over 29 days, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure of one reported crime for every 186 residents. This suggests that, while crime remains a concern, its frequency is relatively low in proportion to the population. The stark contrast with the previous month underscores the volatility of crime trends in smaller built-up areas like Ventnor, where local factors — such as temporary events, weather shifts, or changes in community activity — can drive significant month-on-month variations. The population-scaled perspective further contextualises these numbers: for every resident, the chance of encountering a crime in February was approximately 0.054%, a figure that, while not negligible, is lower than the UK average.