Kempsey Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In April 2023, Kempsey's crime rate stood at 4.3 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 42.7% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This statistic highlights Kempsey's position as a relatively safe built-up area within the Malvern Hills. The breakdown of crimes reveals a clear dominance of property-related offences, which accounted for 36% of all reported incidents, compared to 27% for violent crimes. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, with six incidents recorded. decrease from the previous month. The seasonal context of April, marked by the Easter period and spring weather, likely contributed to the observed patterns, with increased outdoor activity potentially influencing both property and violent crime trends. However, the most striking shift was in the category of criminal damage and arson, which saw a 400% month-on-month increase. This surge, from one to five incidents, may be partially explained by the seasonal transition and the associated changes in community behaviour, though no definitive causal link can be established. Anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson together accounted for 45% of all crimes, suggesting a broader pattern of non-violent but disruptive incidents. The overall crime rate, while low, illustrates a combination of seasonal factors and the built-up nature of Kempsey, which may influence the types of crimes reported. The UK comparison further reinforces the area's safety profile, with Kempsey's crime rate consistently lower than the national average. This contrast is particularly evident in categories such as violence and sexual offences, which in Kempsey were 54% below the UK average. However, certain categories like drugs and burglary showed deviations above the UK average, indicating areas where local conditions may diverge from national trends. The data underscores the need for a nuanced understanding of Kempsey's crime profile, balancing the benefits of its low overall rate with the specific challenges posed by certain categories of crime.

April 2023 marked a significant shift in crime patterns for Kempsey, with property-related offences accounting for 36% of total crimes, compared to 27% for violent crimes. This imbalance suggests a continued focus on property crimes, which may be influenced by the area's built-up characteristics and seasonal activity. Criminal damage and arson rose by 400% month-on-month, jumping from one to five incidents. This spike could be linked to increased outdoor activity during spring, though no direct causal link is confirmed. Conversely, violence and sexual offences fell by 45.5%, decreasing from 11 to 6 cases. This drop may reflect the impact of Easter-related events or seasonal changes in community behaviour. The drugs category also saw a 100% increase, rising from zero to two incidents, a figure that exceeds the UK average by 111%. Such anomalies warrant closer attention, though their significance within the broader context of Kempsey's low crime profile remains unclear.

Kempsey's crime rate in April 2023 dropped to 4.3 per 1,000 residents, an 8.4% decrease from the previous month's rate of 4.7 per 1,000. This decline aligns with a broader trend observed in the area during early spring. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that reflects the low overall crime rate typical of Kempsey. When considering the population context, the monthly exposure rate of one crime for every 234 residents underscores the relatively safe environment within the built-up area. This figure is particularly meaningful for local residents, offering a tangible sense of the likelihood of encountering crime in their daily lives. The comparison to the UK average, while not directly relevant in this section, highlights Kempsey's consistent position as a lower-risk area compared to national trends.