Hoo St Werburgh Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Hoo St Werburgh, the crime rate of 6.7 per 1,000 in July 2024 translates to a daily risk that remains 20.2% below the UK average. This rate, while showing a 14.0% increase from June, reflects a broader pattern of low overall crime in an area that is 20.2% safer than the national average. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 53.4% of all incidents, with a rate of 3.6 per 1,000—26% above the UK’s 2.9 per 1,000. This category’s dominance may be influenced by the area’s seasonal dynamics: July, with schools out, tourism peaks, and festivals, likely increases social interactions in public spaces, potentially contributing to higher rates of interpersonal crime. Anti-social behaviour followed, at 19.2% of total crimes, though this rate is 10% below the UK average, suggesting local efforts may be effective in curbing such incidents. Public order offences, at 12.3% of total crimes, rose sharply by 80% from June, linked to the summer’s outdoor events and increased foot traffic in public areas. These trends, while not definitive, align with the area’s likely mix of residential and commercial zones, where seasonal activity can amplify certain types of crime.

July 2024 marked a sharp increase in public order offences, which rose by 80.0% compared to June, reflecting a significant shift in the crime mix. This surge, from five to nine incidents, may be partly explained by the area’s seasonal context—peak summer, festivals, and extended daylight hours. Concurrently, violence and sexual offences increased by 34.5%, with 39 incidents reported, a rate of 3.6 per 1,000 that is 26% above the UK average for this category. This contrast with the 68% decline in burglary and 78% drop in vehicle crime highlights a shift from property-focused crime to more immediate, interpersonal offences. Residents may find the 26% above-average rate for violence and sexual offences particularly relevant, as it underscores the need for community vigilance during high-traffic summer events. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour rose by 27.3%, aligning with the area’s likely mix of residential and commercial activity during the month.

In July 2024, Hoo St Werburgh’s crime rate rose by 14.0% compared to June’s 5.9 per 1,000, reaching 6.7 per 1,000. While this increase is notable, the area remains 20.2% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the local figure shows roughly two crimes reported each day, a rate that may feel more tangible to residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 148 residents, a ratio that contextualises the risk as relatively low when compared to the UK’s broader trends. This monthly exposure figure, while not directly comparable to national aggregates, provides a clear snapshot of the area’s crime burden. The rise in violent crimes and public order offences contrasts with declines in drug-related incidents and vehicle crime, suggesting shifts in local activity patterns that warrant closer attention. These changes, while not definitive, align with seasonal factors such as the peak of summer and increased community engagement in outdoor events.