Burton Latimer Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Burton Latimer's crime profile in November 2024 reveals a striking dominance of violent and anti-social crimes, diverging from the UK average where property crimes typically dominate. With 3.8 crimes per 1,000 residents—50% below the national rate—the area's crime mix highlights a focus on interpersonal conflicts rather than theft or burglary. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 45% of all incidents, significantly outpacing their 34% UK average share, while anti-social behaviour (17.5%) and public order offences (10%) also exceeded their respective national proportions. This pattern may reflect the area's character as a smaller built-up community where social interactions are more concentrated, potentially amplifying disputes in public spaces. Seasonal factors in November—such as the dark evenings following Bonfire Night and the commercial pressures of Black Friday—likely contributed to heightened tensions and incidents of disorder. The absence of significant property crime, with only 8 such offences (20% of total), contrasts with the UK's 35% property crime share, suggesting a local emphasis on community policing or lower retail density. This crime mix illustrates a place where social dynamics and seasonal rhythms play a more pronounced role in shaping criminal activity than economic factors typically associated with larger urban centres.

November 2024 saw notable shifts in Burton Latimer's crime mix, with public order offences tripling from 2 to 4 incidents—a 100% increase—and drugs-related crimes doubling from 1 to 2. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences decreased by 10%, dropping from 20 to 18, marking a rare decline in the most prevalent category. The 86% UK average deficit for shoplifting (1 incident vs 0.7 per 1,000 nationally) suggests a lack of retail-centric criminal activity, possibly due to the area's limited commercial zones. Residents may find the 100% surge in 'other crime' (from 0 to 1 incident) noteworthy, though this category's ambiguity means it could encompass a range of low-frequency offences. The area's violent crime rate of 1.7 per 1,000—37% below the UK average for anti-social behaviour—indicates a localised approach to managing disruptive conduct, through community engagement or targeted policing. These shifts underscore the volatility of monthly crime trends, with seasonal factors like November's extended darkness and holiday activity likely influencing both the rise in public order issues and the dip in violent crime.

Burton Latimer's crime rate rose slightly in November 2024, increasing by 2.5% from 3.7 to 3.8 per 1,000 residents compared to October. This translates to an average of 1 reported crime per day across the 30-day period, a figure that, while low, reflects the area's consistent underperformance relative to the UK average. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 266 residents—a monthly exposure rate that, when compared to the UK's overall figures, highlights the area's relative safety. With a population of 10,656, the localised nature of incidents means residents are less likely to encounter crime than in larger, more densely populated areas. However, the 50% deficit to the UK average remains stark, particularly in categories like shoplifting (86% below) and vehicle crime (55% below), which may indicate a lower incidence of commercial activity or more effective local deterrents. This contrast with the UK's higher property crime rates suggests Burton Latimer's built-up area status includes fewer high-traffic retail zones, reducing opportunities for theft. The slight monthly increase, though minimal, warrants attention to whether seasonal factors or emerging patterns could shift this trajectory in future months.