Hoo St Werburgh Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences in Hoo St Werburgh during April 2023 stood at 1.8 per 1,000 residents, 31% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This category, which accounted for 37.3% of all crimes, was the most significant outlier compared to national trends. The area’s overall crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 residents marked a 37.3% deficit relative to the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000, a disparity that may reflect a combination of local policing strategies and community characteristics. Anti-social behaviour, at 1.5 per 1,000 residents, was the second most common category, though it remained 27% above the UK average of 1.2 per 1,000. This contrast highlights the area’s unique balance between low violent crime and elevated anti-social incidents. Seasonal factors, including the Easter period and increased outdoor activity during spring, likely contributed to variations in crime patterns. The relatively low property crime rate—9 incidents across the month, or 0.8 per 1,000 residents—suggests that residential areas may benefit from effective security measures or lower foot traffic compared to other urban centres. While the overall crime rate was significantly below the UK average, the prominence of violence and sexual offences underscores the need for targeted interventions in this category. The data aligns with patterns seen in smaller built-up areas where community policing and local initiatives may exert a measurable influence on crime trends.

April 2023 saw a 100% increase in possession of weapons, robbery, and burglary compared to March, with each category rising from zero to one incident. This spike, though small in absolute terms, may signal emerging trends or isolated incidents requiring further attention. Anti-social behaviour decreased by 38.5% from 26 to 16 incidents, a drop that could reflect seasonal changes or the impact of local initiatives during the Easter period. Meanwhile, public order offences fell by 60% (from 5 to 2), linked to reduced outdoor gatherings during the early spring. The category of violence and sexual offences, while remaining 31% below the UK average, accounted for 37.3% of all crimes in the area, indicating a concentration of violent incidents relative to other types. This balance contrasts with the UK-wide profile, where property crimes often dominate. Residents may find the daily crime rate of approximately two incidents per day (based on 51 total crimes over 30 days) a useful benchmark for assessing local safety. The significant gap between Hoo St Werburgh’s anti-social behaviour rate (1.5 per 1,000) and the UK average (1.2 per 1,000) suggests a need for targeted strategies to address this specific category, which remains 27% above national levels.

The crime rate in Hoo St Werburgh for April 2023 (4.7 per 1,000 residents) marked a 3.7% decline from the previous month’s rate of 4.9 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained downward trend. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 212 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately two crimes per day, a figure that, while not negligible, is consistent with the low overall rate. This daily context is particularly relevant for residents, as it provides a tangible sense of the frequency of incidents in their immediate environment. When compared to the UK average, the area’s crime profile is distinctly shaped by its lower violent crime rates and higher anti-social behaviour incidents. The 37.3% deficit in the overall crime rate compared to the UK average suggests that local factors—such as community engagement, policing focus, or socio-economic conditions—may be contributing to this divergence. The population-scaled perspective (10,836 residents) further highlights that even a single incident can have a visible impact on a small community, underscoring the importance of precise data in understanding local crime dynamics.