Allerton Bywater Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 8,046 residents, 62 crimes were recorded in Allerton Bywater during August 2023, translating to a crime rate of 7.7 per 1,000 people. This figure is 4.9% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, marking a slight improvement in local safety compared to national trends. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 43.6% of all reported incidents (27 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (21.0%, 13 cases) and public order offences (8.1%, 5 cases). This distribution suggests a focus on community safety challenges, with interpersonal conflict and disorder dominating the crime profile. August, as a peak holiday month, likely contributes to increased reports of violence and anti-social behaviour, potentially linked to heightened social interactions during the summer season. While property crimes such as burglary and theft remained relatively low, the seasonal context of August—characterised by more visitors to the area and the potential for unoccupied homes—may explain the modest increase in burglary cases compared to other months. The local crime profile reflects a balance between persistent community issues and transient factors tied to the summer period, requiring ongoing attention to both immediate and long-term safety strategies.

August 2023 witnessed notable shifts in crime patterns, with burglary, other theft, and drug-related offences all increasing by 100% compared to July. This surge in property and drug-related crimes may indicate heightened vulnerability during the summer months, possibly exacerbated by increased foot traffic or transient populations. Conversely, vehicle crime and criminal damage and arson both declined—vehicle crime dropped by 66.7% (from 3 to 1 incident) and criminal damage fell by 25% (from 4 to 3 cases). These decreases could reflect improved security measures or reduced opportunities for such crimes during August. Violence and sexual offences, while still the most prevalent category, saw a 12.9% reduction (from 31 to 27 cases), suggesting some success in addressing immediate safety concerns. Allerton Bywater's rate for violence and sexual offences (3.4 per 1,000) is 29% above the UK average, highlighting a specific challenge in this area. Meanwhile, the category of 'other crime'—which includes unclassified or less common offences—was 208% above the UK average (0.4 vs 0.1 per 1,000), indicating a need for further investigation into the nature of these incidents. These findings underscore the importance of targeted interventions for violence prevention, while also acknowledging the positive trends in reducing certain types of crime.

The crime rate in August 2023 (7.7 per 1,000) represents an 8.9% increase from the previous month's rate of 7.1 per 1,000, reflecting a short-term uptick in reported incidents. On a daily basis, this translates to approximately 2 crimes per day across Allerton Bywater's 8,046 residents—a figure that, while modest, remains relevant for local awareness. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 130 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the frequency of incidents within the community. When scaled to the area's population, this suggests that while crime is not pervasive, it remains a consistent presence that requires attention. The comparison to the UK average highlights both strengths and areas for improvement: while the overall rate is slightly below the national average, specific categories like violence and sexual offences remain high. This contrast with lower rates in categories such as vehicle crime and criminal damage and arson illustrates the uneven distribution of crime risks in Allerton Bywater. For residents, understanding these relative figures helps frame the local context within broader national trends, allowing for more informed discussions about safety and policing priorities.