Barton-upon-Humber Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Barton-upon-Humber's crime profile in February 2024 reveals a distinct mix of violent and property crimes that diverges from the UK average. The area's overall crime rate of 8.3 per 1,000 residents places it 16.9% above the UK average, a gap that underscores localized factors influencing crime patterns. Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime mix, accounting for 34% of all reported incidents—2.8 per 1,000 residents, 12% above the UK average. This suggests that interpersonal conflicts or community tensions may be contributing to the high rate of violent crimes. Shoplifting, at 15% of all crimes (1.3 per 1,000 residents), is 141% above the UK average, indicating potential vulnerabilities in retail environments or the presence of transient populations. Anti-social behaviour, also at 15% of crimes (1.3 per 1,000 residents), is 24% above the UK average, a figure that may reflect the challenges of managing public spaces in a built-up area. These trends are consistent with the seasonal context of February, a winter month marked by reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull, which may concentrate certain types of incidents in specific locations. The high proportion of property crimes, particularly shoplifting and criminal damage, aligns with the area's likely mix of commercial and residential zones, where retail activity and community interactions could drive such offences. While direct causes, the interplay of seasonal factors and local characteristics likely plays a role in shaping this crime profile. The persistence of violent crimes above the UK average, combined with the sharp increases in shoplifting and anti-social behaviour, highlights the need for targeted interventions that address both immediate incidents and underlying social dynamics.

February 2024 saw a 100% increase in bicycle theft, rising from zero to one incident—a spike that may reflect seasonal changes in outdoor activity or the timing of local events. Concurrently, possession of weapons surged by 100%, moving from zero to three reports, a figure that stands 329% above the UK average. These increases contrast with declines in vehicle crime, which dropped 75% (from four to one incident), potentially linked to reduced traffic during winter months. The crime mix also reveals a stark imbalance: violence and sexual offences (34%) and shoplifting (15%) dominate, with both categories significantly exceeding UK averages. Anti-social behaviour, at 15% of all crimes, is 24% above the UK average, suggesting heightened tensions in public spaces. These trends, while not directly tied to specific causes, may be influenced by the area's built-up character and the seasonal lull in outdoor activity, which could concentrate certain types of incidents in specific locations.

Barton-upon-Humber's crime rate in February 2024 rose to 8.3 per 1,000 residents, a 5.3% increase from the previous month's 7.9 per 1,000. This places the area 16.9% above the UK average, highlighting a persistent gap compared to national trends. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately three crimes per day in February, a figure that reflects the local rhythm of activity and population density. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 120 residents, illustrating the frequency of incidents within a small community. While this rate is higher than the UK average, the area's built-up nature and proximity to industrial zones may contribute to this pattern. The population context further underscores that even with a relatively low population of 11,989, the concentration of incidents per capita remains notable. These figures, when contextualized with the area's demographics and geography, suggest that localized factors—such as community interactions, economic conditions, and seasonal influences—play a role in shaping the crime profile.