Kempsey Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For the average resident of Kempsey, the likelihood of encountering a reported crime in August 2024 was approximately 1-in-343, a figure that contextualises the area's low crime rate of 2.9 per 1,000 residents. This rate is 64.6% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000, placing Kempsey among the safest communities in the country. The crime profile reveals a clear emphasis on violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 46.7% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (20%) and other theft (13.3%). These figures suggest that interpersonal conflicts and minor disturbances remain the most pressing local concerns, though both categories are significantly below UK averages. The seasonal context of August—peak holiday month and period of increased tourism—could influence crime patterns, yet Kempsey's data shows no corresponding rise in burglary or vehicle-related offences. Instead, the area's character as a low-density built-up area within Malvern Hills may contribute to its lower violent crime rates, with fewer opportunities for large-scale incidents compared to urban centres. The absence of a significant spike in property crimes, despite the potential for empty homes during the summer, further reinforces the idea that Kempsey's rural-adjacent setting and community dynamics play a role in maintaining its comparatively safe environment.

August 2024 saw distinct shifts in Kempsey's crime profile, with public order offences doubling from zero to one incident, and shoplifting rising by 100% to two cases. These increases, though modest in absolute terms, contrast with a 40% decline in anti-social behaviour and a 30% reduction in violence and sexual offences. The latter trend aligns with Kempsey's crime rate for this category being 48% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour remains 58% below the UK average, a consistent feature of the area's crime profile. For residents, the most immediate takeaway is the negligible daily crime rate—roughly zero incidents per day—which suggests that most households are unlikely to experience crime during any given 24-hour period. These patterns reflect a balance between seasonal factors, such as August's peak tourism activity, and the area's inherent characteristics as a low-density built-up area within Malvern Hills.

Kempsey's August 2024 crime rate of 2.9 per 1,000 residents marks a 25.2% decrease from July's 3.9 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained decline in local crime. When translated to daily life, this equates to roughly zero reported crimes per day in Kempsey—a statistic that underscores the area's relative safety compared to national averages. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 343 residents, a figure that highlights the low probability of encountering crime for any given individual. This monthly exposure rate is particularly notable when contrasted with the UK average, where residents face significantly higher risks. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Kempsey's crime profile is not only lower in absolute terms but also proportionally less impactful on the community. While the drop in violent crimes and anti-social behaviour suggests positive trends, the small increases in public order and shoplifting illustrate the need for continued monitoring of local patterns.