Barton-upon-Humber Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Barton-upon-Humber’s November 2023 crime rate of 6.8 per 1,000 residents marked a significant 9.3% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This performance, while modest, underscores the area’s relatively low crime profile despite its historical industrial character. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 43.2% of total incidents — a figure that, though 12% above the UK average, may be influenced by the area’s proximity to major transport links and the social dynamics of a small built-up area. Anti-social behaviour, at 11.1% of total crimes, fell 24% below the UK average, a trend consistent with the community-oriented nature of Barton-upon-Humber, where local initiatives and strong social cohesion may deter such activity. The seasonal context of November, with its dark evenings and the approach of Christmas, likely played a role in shaping crime patterns, particularly in relation to public order offences and retail-related crimes. Public order offences (9.9% of total crimes) and shoplifting (9.9%) both exceeded UK averages by 32% and 27% respectively, reflecting the impact of Black Friday shopping and the influence of local events like Bonfire Night on public spaces. These figures suggest a combination of seasonal demand for retail activity and the availability of opportunities for crime in a small town setting, where the density of shops and public areas may amplify certain types of incidents.

November 2023 saw sharp increases in shoplifting and vehicle crime, both doubling compared to October. This contrasts with a 60% drop in burglary and a 47% reduction in anti-social behaviour, suggesting a shift in criminal activity towards retail and vehicle-related offences. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common crime category, accounting for 43.2% of total incidents — 12% above the UK average. This anomaly may reflect the area’s proximity to major transport routes or the influence of Black Friday shopping activity, which typically boosts retail crime. Meanwhile, vehicle crime rose to 2 incidents (0.2 per 1,000), a 100% increase from the previous month, possibly linked to increased car-related thefts during the holiday season. Conversely, burglary fell to 2 incidents (0.2 per 1,000), 41% below the UK average, which may indicate improved security measures in residential areas or a reduction in opportunities for break-ins due to shorter evenings.

Barton-upon-Humber’s November 2023 crime rate of 6.8 per 1,000 residents marked a 23.5% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 8.8 per 1,000. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns typical of smaller built-up areas, where colder weather and shorter evenings may reduce opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, 3 crimes were reported per day in November, a figure that, while low, reflects the area’s relatively small population of 11,989. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 148 residents — a ratio that, when contextualised against the UK average, highlights Barton-upon-Humber’s consistent performance in maintaining lower crime levels. The drop in burglary by 60% (from 5 to 2 incidents) and anti-social behaviour by 47% (from 17 to 9) suggests a possible alignment with local seasonal rhythms, such as the winding down of holiday shopping activity or reduced foot traffic in public spaces. These shifts, while notable, must be viewed in the broader context of the area’s character as a historically industrial town with a strong sense of community, which may contribute to lower rates of persistent anti-social behaviour.