Burntwood Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile of Burntwood in November 2024 reveals a distinct balance between violent and property crimes, with violence and sexual offences dominating at 41.5% of all reported crimes. This contrasts with the UK average, where such offences account for 30% of all crimes. The area’s overall crime rate of 4.3 per 1,000 residents places it 43.4% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, suggesting a combination of local factors and broader demographic trends. The prominence of violence and sexual offences may reflect the area’s characteristics as a built-up district within Lichfield, where community dynamics and social interactions could influence such patterns. Anti-social behaviour and shoplifting follow closely, contributing 13.9% and 13.1% respectively, indicating ongoing challenges in public spaces and retail environments. Seasonal factors likely play a role, with November’s shorter evenings and events like Bonfire Night heightening tensions or drawing attention to certain areas. The relatively low rates of burglary and criminal damage compared to the UK average may align with Burntwood’s built-up nature, where homes and businesses are more densely clustered and better secured. This mix of crime types illustrates an area where community-focused policing and targeted interventions could address the most pressing concerns without overreaching into less relevant categories.

November 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with vehicle crime rising by 88.9% to 17 incidents—a 36% increase above the UK average for this category. This surge may be linked to seasonal factors, such as increased vehicle movement during Black Friday shopping or heightened activity around Bonfire Night events. Conversely, drug-related offences fell by 80%, dropping from 5 to 1, a trend that could reflect broader community initiatives or reduced opportunities during colder months. The violence and sexual offences category also rose by 12.5%, from 48 to 54 incidents, though it remains 30% below the UK average. This increase, while modest, may be tied to the transition into darker evenings, which can alter social behaviours and public safety dynamics. Bicycle theft—a typically low-priority category—jumped by 100% to one incident, suggesting either a targeted effort or a coincidence in reporting. These changes highlight a crime mix that remains skewed toward violent and disorderly crimes, with property crimes like shoplifting and vehicle crime fluctuating in response to both local and national trends.

Burntwood’s crime rate in November 2024 (4.3 per 1,000) represents a 12.8% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 4.9 per 1,000, indicating a downward trend over recent weeks. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately four crimes per day, a figure that, while seemingly low, reflects the density of the built-up area and the frequency of interactions in public spaces. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 233 residents—a monthly exposure rate that, when contextualised against the population of 30,283, suggests a relatively low risk for individual residents. This rate is significantly lower than the UK average, which implies that Burntwood’s policing strategies or community structures may be more effective in mitigating crime compared to other areas. The contrast between Burntwood’s crime profile and the UK average is particularly stark in categories like anti-social behaviour and criminal damage, where the area’s rates are 46% and 65% below the national figures respectively. These disparities could stem from local governance, social cohesion, or the physical layout of the built-up area, which may limit opportunities for certain types of crime. However, the 36% increase in vehicle crime above the UK average underscores that no area is entirely immune to fluctuations, and targeted measures may still be necessary to address specific vulnerabilities.