New Ollerton and Ollerton Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In April 2024, New Ollerton and Ollerton recorded 82 crimes across a population of 12,572 residents, translating to a crime rate of 6.5 per 1,000 people—15.6% below the UK average of 7.7. This rate, while lower than the national figure, reflects a mix of crime types shaped by the area’s character as a built-up district within a rural county. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 25.6% of all incidents (21 cases), followed by shoplifting (20.7%) and anti-social behaviour (18.3%). These figures suggest a profile influenced by local dynamics, such as the impact of seasonal events like Easter and increased outdoor activity during spring. The lower-than-average rate for violent crime may be partially explained by the area’s smaller scale and community-focused policing, though the sharp rise in shoplifting—109% above the UK average—points to vulnerabilities in retail spaces. Anti-social behaviour, though slightly below the UK average, remains a persistent issue, potentially linked to the area’s proximity to larger urban centres. Seasonal factors, including the Easter period and milder weather, likely contributed to shifts in crime patterns, with public order offences and other theft incidents aligning with increased foot traffic and social gatherings. Overall, the data illustrates a nuanced picture where local context interacts with national trends, offering insights into both challenges and relative safety compared to broader UK benchmarks.

April 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with other theft incidents surging by 140% compared to the previous month, rising from 5 to 12 cases. This spike, coupled with a 100% increase in vehicle crime and bicycle theft, highlights evolving risks in specific categories. Conversely, burglary rates dropped by 80%, reflecting a potential shift in criminal focus or improved local security measures. The area’s shoplifting rate of 1.4 per 1,000 residents—109% above the UK average—suggests vulnerabilities in retail environments, possibly tied to seasonal shopping activity. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour remained stable at 1.2 per 1,000, just 2% below the UK average, indicating a balanced approach to community management. For residents, the sharp rise in other theft underscores the importance of securing personal property, particularly in areas with higher foot traffic during the Easter period.

New Ollerton and Ollerton recorded a crime rate of 6.5 per 1,000 residents in April 2024, a 4.7% decline from the previous month’s rate of 6.8. This reduction aligns with a broader trend observed in similar built-up areas during early spring, where seasonal transitions and reduced outdoor activity may contribute to lower crime volumes. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 3 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 153 residents, highlighting the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban centres. This monthly exposure rate, when scaled to the area’s population of 12,572, suggests that most residents are unlikely to encounter crime directly. The population-scaled perspective further underscores that the area’s crime profile remains distinct from national averages, with specific categories like shoplifting and other theft showing marked deviations from UK norms.