Measham Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile in Measham during November 2023 reveals a distinct balance between violent and property crimes, shaped by seasonal factors and local dynamics. With a total crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000 residents—40% below the UK average of 7.5—the area demonstrates a lower incidence of crime compared to national benchmarks. Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime mix, accounting for 41.7% of all reported incidents, followed by vehicle crime (16.7%) and criminal damage and arson (12.5%). This pattern may partly explain the area's lower overall rate, as violent crimes often correlate with higher population density and social interactions. However, the relatively high proportion of vehicle crime compared to the UK average (0.7 vs 0.5 per 1,000) suggests local factors such as commuter traffic or parking patterns could be contributing. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and prolonged dark evenings—may have influenced the crime mix. Violent crime in Measham (1.9 per 1,000) is 27% below the UK average, while property-related crimes show a mixed picture. This balance of crime types illustrates an area where community dynamics and environmental factors likely intersect to shape the crime profile.

November 2023 saw significant shifts in Measham's crime profile, with burglary reporting a 200% increase (from 1 to 3 incidents) and drugs-related crimes doubling (from 0 to 1). These rises contrast sharply with steep declines in anti-social behaviour (-88.9%) and public order offences (-85.7%), which fell to single-digit figures. The crime mix also reveals intriguing comparisons to national averages: while violence and sexual offences remain 27% below the UK rate, vehicle crime is 40% above the national average. This discrepancy may reflect Measham's specific infrastructure, such as roadside parking or local transport networks, which could contribute to higher vehicle crime rates. The area's burglary rate (0.6 per 1,000) is 76% above the UK average (0.3 per 1,000), suggesting potential vulnerabilities in property security or targeted patterns. For residents, the sharp drop in anti-social behaviour (-88.9%) is a concrete indicator of improved community safety, linked to seasonal changes or local initiatives. These month-on-month fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of crime in the area, with some categories rising while others fall dramatically.

Compared to October 2023, Measham's crime rate dropped by 49.9% to 4.5 per 1,000 residents from 8.9 per 1,000, reflecting a marked improvement in community safety. This reduction translates to a daily crime count of roughly 1 incident per day over the 30-day period, a figure that contextualises the low overall rate in a relatable timeframe. When considering the population-scaled perspective, the monthly exposure rate of 1 crime per 224 residents underscores the rarity of incidents in this built-up area. This statistic is particularly meaningful for local residents, as it illustrates that the likelihood of experiencing a crime is significantly lower than the UK average. The contrast between Measham's performance and national trends is stark: while the area's violent crime rate remains 27% below the UK average, its vehicle crime rate is 40% above. This divergence highlights the importance of local factors in shaping crime patterns, such as the presence of car parks or transport hubs that may increase exposure to vehicle-related incidents. The 49.9% month-on-month reduction also suggests that recent efforts—whether formal or informal—may have had a tangible impact on reducing crime.