Barton on Sea Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Barton on Sea during November 2023 reveals a distinct balance between violent and property-related offences, offering insight into the area's unique characteristics. With a total of 16 crimes recorded, the area's overall crime rate of 2.2 per 1,000 residents places it 70.7% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000, a stark contrast that underscores its status as a relatively safe built-up area within the New Forest. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 31.3% of all crimes, with five incidents reported, followed by burglary and vehicle crime at 18.8% each. This distribution suggests a blend of personal safety concerns and property-related vulnerabilities, potentially influenced by the area's proximity to natural landscapes and its limited urban infrastructure. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and the transition to darker evenings—likely contributes to fluctuations in crime patterns. For instance, the increase in public order offences may be tied to the heightened activity around Bonfire Night, while the relatively low rate of burglary could reflect the area's rural character, which may deter opportunistic offenders. The absence of significant spikes in theft or anti-social behaviour further reinforces the notion that Barton on Sea's crime profile is shaped by its geographical and demographic context, where community cohesion and limited population density may play a role in maintaining lower crime levels.

November 2023 witnessed a sharp 200% increase in public order offences, rising from one to three incidents, a surge that may reflect the impact of Bonfire Night events and the onset of darker evenings. Concurrently, vehicle crime doubled from zero to three, potentially linked to seasonal changes in vehicle usage or increased visibility of parked vehicles during the month. Violence and sexual offences, however, decreased by 28.6% compared to October, dropping from seven to five incidents. This decline may indicate a seasonal reduction in alcohol-fuelled incidents or a shift in community activity patterns. Barton on Sea's rate for violence and sexual offences is 73% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, highlighting a significant divergence from national trends. Residents may find the 14.1% month-on-month rise in overall crime rate (from 1.9 to 2.2 per 1,000) noteworthy.

Barton on Sea's crime rate in November 2023 stood at 2.2 per 1,000 residents, marking a 14.1% increase from the previous month's 1.9 per 1,000. This upward shift, though modest, contrasts with the area's consistently low crime profile compared to the UK average. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 457 residents, reflecting the area's sparse population and limited exposure to crime. Daily, the figure translates to approximately one crime per day, a statistic that aligns with the built-up area's small scale and rural context. When viewed against the UK's average of 7.5 per 1,000, Barton on Sea remains 70.7% below the national standard, underscoring its status as one of the safer regions in the country. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates that even with the 14.1% month-on-month rise, the area's overall risk remains minimal for residents.