Bailrigg Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Bailrigg’s crime rate in July 2024 stood at 1.1 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 86.9% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This stark contrast underscores the area’s consistently low crime profile, which is further reinforced by its crime composition. Property crimes accounted for the majority of incidents (4 out of 6), with other theft (2 incidents) and burglary (1 incident) being the most common categories. Violent crimes, though fewer in number (2 incidents), also fell well below the UK average for violence and sexual offences (2.9 per 1,000). The seasonal context of July—characterised by school holidays, tourism, and outdoor events—likely contributes to these patterns. During peak summer months, the area’s built-up nature may deter certain crimes, while the influx of visitors could create opportunities for theft. However, the low overall rate suggests that local factors, such as a strong sense of community or effective policing, may play a role in maintaining safety. The absence of major crimes, such as vehicle theft or anti-social behaviour, further highlights the area’s unique position within national crime statistics. As the summer progresses, continued monitoring of trends will be essential to determine whether this low rate is a temporary anomaly or part of a sustained pattern.

July 2024 saw a striking 100% increase in other theft, with two incidents reported compared to none in June. This surge, though small in absolute terms, highlights a shift in criminal activity that may reflect heightened opportunities during summer festivals or events in the area. Conversely, burglary and violence and sexual offences both declined, with burglary falling by 50% (from 2 to 1 incident) and violence dropping by 33.3% (from 3 to 2). These decreases align with the UK average for both categories—burglary at 0.3 per 1,000 and violence at 2.9 per 1,000—though Bailrigg’s rates remain substantially lower. Other theft, at 0.4 per 1,000, is 32% below the UK average, suggesting that local factors, such as increased community vigilance or reduced foot traffic during holidays, may contribute to this trend. For residents, the 100% increase in other theft underscores the importance of securing personal property, particularly during events that attract transient visitors.

Bailrigg’s crime rate in July 2024 fell by 60.2% compared to the previous month, reflecting a marked decline from 2.7 to 1.1 per 1,000 residents. This drop aligns with a broader seasonal trend, as the area typically experiences lower crime levels during summer months when schools are closed and tourism peaks. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 0 crimes per day in July, underscoring the rarity of incidents in this built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 942 residents, a figure that highlights the exceptionally low exposure to crime relative to the population. When contextualised against the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000, Bailrigg’s rate remains 86.9% below, a gap that suggests the area’s unique characteristics—whether its compact size, community policing efforts, or seasonal dynamics—play a significant role in maintaining such a low crime profile. This comparison reinforces the area’s status as an outlier in national crime statistics, though further analysis would be needed to confirm the exact factors contributing to this trend.