Burton Latimer Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

August 2024 revealed an unexpected shift in Burton Latimer’s crime profile, with violent crime plummeting to 11 incidents—a 35.3% decrease from July. This stark contrast to the usual summer patterns, typically marked by increased tourism and social activity, suggests factors beyond seasonal trends may be at play. The area’s overall crime rate of 2.0 per 1,000 residents remains 75.6% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000, underscoring its consistently lower crime environment. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 52.4% of all incidents, though this category is 63% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, at 28.6% of total crimes, also dropped sharply by 50% month-on-month, aligning with the broader trend of reduced activity. The limited property crime—just one incident—contrasts with the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, though this category is not explicitly annotated for UK comparison. August’s peak holiday season usually correlates with higher burglary risks due to empty homes, yet property crime remained exceptionally low, potentially reflecting effective local deterrents or demographic factors. The area’s low crime rate, combined with its modest population of 10,656, illustrates a community where crime prevention measures may be particularly effective, though further analysis would be needed to confirm this hypothesis.

August 2024 marked a significant downturn in violent crime, with a 35.3% reduction from July’s 17 incidents to 11. This decline, though unexpected for a summer month, contrasts with typical trends where increased social activity might elevate violence. Anti-social behaviour also dropped 50%, from 12 to 6, reflecting a marked shift in community dynamics. Violent crime remains 63% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000, while anti-social behaviour is 58% below the national rate of 1.4 per 1,000. The area’s property crime rate—just 0.1 per 1,000—far outperforms the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, though this category lacks explicit UK comparison data. Residents may find the 1-in-507 resident monthly exposure rate particularly reassuring, indicating a low likelihood of encountering crime during the month. These figures suggest that local initiatives, combined with the area’s character as a built-up community within North Northamptonshire, may contribute to its sustained safety, though seasonal factors like August’s peak holiday season typically pose unique challenges for crime prevention.

Burton Latimer’s August 2024 crime rate of 2.0 per 1,000 residents marks a 50% decrease from July’s 3.9 per 1,000, highlighting a sharp downward trend. Over 31 days, this equates to roughly one crime per day—a rate significantly lower than the UK average. The monthly exposure figure of 1-in-507 residents encountering a crime underscores the area’s relative safety, with residents facing far fewer incidents than the national average. When scaled to population, the 21 total crimes represent a minute fraction of Burton Latimer’s 10,656 residents, suggesting that local crime prevention efforts may be particularly effective. This stark contrast to the UK’s 8.2 per 1,000 average highlights the area’s unique position as a low-crime built-up community. The absence of property crime, despite August’s typical risks from empty homes during holidays, further reinforces this trend. While can be drawn, the combination of reduced violent and anti-social incidents, coupled with the area’s demographic profile, likely contributes to this sustained safety. Residents may find these statistics particularly comforting, especially when compared to the broader UK context where crime rates remain higher.