Linthwaite and Slaithwaite Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Linthwaite and Slaithwaite, the crime rate of 9.1 per 1,000 in July 2024 translates to a 1-in-110 chance of experiencing a reported crime over the course of the month. This rate is 8.3% above the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000, highlighting a distinct local pattern. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 39.8% of all reported incidents, followed by criminal damage and arson (19.4%) and anti-social behaviour (9.7%). These figures align with the area’s seasonal context: July, a peak summer month, sees schools out of session, increased tourism, and festivals, which may contribute to higher rates of violence and public order offences. The surge in criminal damage and arson—18 incidents, 186% above the UK average—could be linked to the area’s built-up character, where property density and outdoor events might create opportunities for such crimes. While the overall crime rate remains within a range consistent with similar urban areas, the specific mix of violent and property crimes suggests a need for localized strategies to address both immediate safety concerns and underlying factors. The seasonality of July also means that transient populations, such as festival-goers or holidaymakers, may play a role in shaping crime patterns, though this remains a hedged inference based on broader trends.

July 2024 saw stark month-on-month changes in Linthwaite and Slaithwaite, with vehicle crime increasing by 400% (from 1 to 5 incidents) and other theft rising by 150% (from 2 to 5). These jumps highlight a shift in crime dynamics, potentially linked to summer travel or increased outdoor activity. Burglary also doubled, from 2 to 4 incidents, suggesting heightened vulnerability in homes during periods of lower occupancy, such as school holidays. Conversely, anti-social behaviour decreased by 25%, from 12 to 9 incidents, a drop that may reflect the impact of targeted local initiatives or seasonal changes in community activity. The crime mix shows a marked imbalance: violent crimes (37 incidents) and property crimes (36 incidents) each accounted for nearly half of all reports, with violent crimes significantly outpacing the UK average for this category (26% above). Criminal damage and arson, at 18 incidents, were 186% above the UK average, a figure that likely reflects the area’s built-up environment and the potential for vandalism during large gatherings. For residents, the sharp rise in vehicle crime is a concrete concern: with 5 incidents reported in July, this suggests a need for heightened vigilance in securing vehicles during peak summer months.

Compared to the previous month, July 2024 saw a 36.7% increase in the crime rate, rising from 6.6 to 9.1 per 1,000 residents. This shift translates to a daily average of 3 crimes per day in Linthwaite and Slaithwaite, a figure that, while locally specific, provides a tangible sense of risk for residents. Over the course of the month, 1 reported crime occurred for roughly every 110 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places the area slightly above the UK average in terms of absolute numbers but with significant variation in crime type distribution. The population context is critical: with 10,263 residents, the 93 total crimes reported in July equate to a rate that, while not extreme, demands attention to localized patterns. The previous month’s lower rate may have been influenced by the end of the school term or reduced tourism, factors that could reverse in subsequent months as summer activities intensify. This comparison underscores the importance of contextualizing crime statistics within both seasonal and demographic frameworks, as the same rate can carry different implications depending on the area’s character and the nature of the crimes reported.