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

The most striking anomaly in Barton-upon-Humber’s November 2024 crime data was the sudden 100% increase in other theft, vehicle crime, and possession of weapons, all of which had previously been unrecorded in October. This spike, occurring alongside a 35.5% drop in the overall crime rate compared to the UK average (4.9 vs 7.6 per 1,000), underscores the unpredictable nature of local crime patterns. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime mix, accounting for 52.5% of total incidents, a share significantly higher than the UK average for this category (2.6 per 1,000, 1% above). The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and shorter daylight hours—likely contributed to these shifts. For instance, the rise in vehicle crime may correlate with increased parking activity around retail areas, while the surge in other theft could reflect opportunistic behaviour during busy shopping periods. Conversely, the 50% drop in public order offences may indicate reduced outdoor gatherings as evenings grew darker. The area’s broader safety profile, however, remains clear: with only 59 crimes reported across a population of 11,989, Barton-upon-Humber continues to outperform national averages, though the unexpected spikes highlight the need for targeted policing and community awareness in specific areas.

November 2024 saw sharp increases in three specific crime categories: other theft, vehicle crime, and possession of weapons, each rising by 100% from October. This surge contrasts with decreases in public order offences (-50%) and shoplifting (-33.3%), which may reflect seasonal shifts such as reduced outdoor activity or altered retail patterns. Violence and sexual offences remained 1% above the UK average at 2.6 per 1,000, despite the overall rate being 35.5% below the national benchmark. The stark rise in vehicle crime, from zero to three incidents, could signal increased parking activity linked to Black Friday shopping or Bonfire Night events. For residents, the 100% increase in other theft highlights the need for heightened awareness in personal property security, particularly in areas with transient foot traffic.

Barton-upon-Humber's crime rate in November 2024 fell to 4.9 per 1,000 residents, a 16.9% decrease from October's 5.9 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the area’s historically lower crime profile compared to the UK average, which stood at 7.6 per 1,000 for the same period. Locally, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 203 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents within the community. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately two crimes per day in November, a rate consistent with its overall low crime environment. This context is critical for residents assessing personal risk: while the absolute numbers remain small, the concentration of violent offences in the top crime category suggests targeted vigilance may be warranted in specific areas. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that Barton-upon-Humber remains significantly safer than the UK average, though the rise in certain offence types warrants attention.