Castle Donington Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Castle Donington’s crime rate in August 2023 stood at 4.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 40.7% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This figure reflects a persistent trend of lower-than-average crime levels in the area, though the month saw notable fluctuations in specific categories. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime picture, accounting for 48.8% of all incidents, a share significantly higher than the UK average for this category (2.6 per 1,000). Other theft followed closely, contributing 17.1% of total crimes, a proportion 27% above the UK average. These patterns may be influenced by the area’s character as a built-up locality with a mix of residential and commercial zones, where theft from vehicles and personal property can occur more frequently. Seasonal factors also played a role, with August’s peak holiday period likely contributing to the sharp rise in Other theft and the concurrent drop in vehicle crime. Criminal damage and arson, though less prevalent, remained 21% below the UK average, suggesting a lower incidence of property-related offences in the area. Anti-social behaviour, which fell to 7.3% of total crimes, was 72% below the UK average, potentially reflecting the quieter nature of a smaller built-up area during the summer months. The overall picture illustrates a balance between local dynamics and broader national trends, with Castle Donington maintaining its position as a relatively safe area despite the month-on-month increases in violent and property-related crimes.

August 2023 marked a stark shift in Castle Donington’s crime profile, with Other theft surging by 250% from two incidents in July to seven in August. This category, which includes offences like vehicle theft and personal property crimes, now accounts for 17.1% of all crimes reported, significantly outpacing the UK average by 27%. Concurrently, Violence and sexual offences rose by 122.2%, from nine to 20 cases, reflecting a troubling trend in violent crime. This increase may partly explain the overall rise in the area’s crime rate, despite other categories showing marked declines. Vehicle crime, for instance, fell by 75%, dropping from four to one incident, a shift consistent with the seasonal context of August, when fewer vehicles are parked in residential areas due to holidays. Public order offences also decreased by two-thirds, aligning with the quieter environment typical of a built-up area during peak holiday months.

Castle Donington's crime rate in August 2023 rose by 46.2% compared to July, moving from 3.3 to 4.8 per 1,000 residents. This increase, while notable, remains 40.7% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day in August, reflecting a consistent low-level pattern typical of smaller built-up areas. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for roughly every 206 residents. This figure highlights the relatively low frequency of crime in Castle Donington compared to the UK average, though the upward trend from the previous month suggests a need for continued monitoring. The population context further underscores that even with the 46.2% increase, the absolute number of crimes remains low given the area’s size, with 41 total crimes reported across 8,464 residents.