Measham Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Measham's crime profile in February 2024 reveals a striking imbalance between property and violent crimes, with the latter dominating the overall picture. The area recorded 26 total crimes at a rate of 4.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 32.4% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This lower-than-average rate is most evident in property-related categories: only 5 property crimes were reported, compared to 15 violent incidents. The breakdown shows that violence and sexual offences accounted for 57.7% of all crimes, significantly outpacing anti-social behaviour (19.2%) and vehicle crime (11.5%). This dominance of violent crime may reflect local social dynamics, though the seasonal context of February—a winter month with limited outdoor activity—could also play a role. The area's overall crime rate is consistent with patterns observed in rural or semi-rural built-up areas, where community interactions often concentrate in limited spaces. However, the sharp rise in violent incidents compared to previous months suggests a need for further analysis of local factors, such as seasonal transitions or changes in community engagement. The low property crime rate, particularly the 64% decrease in other theft compared to the UK average, indicates effective local measures or environmental factors that deter theft. These findings underscore the importance of tailored crime prevention strategies that address the specific challenges posed by violent crime while maintaining the positive trends in property-related categories.

February 2024 saw a 36.4% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 11 to 15 incidents. This surge contrasts sharply with steep declines in other categories: other theft dropped 75% (from 4 to 1), vehicle crime fell 50% (from 6 to 3), and anti-social behaviour decreased by 28.6% (from 7 to 5). The dominance of violent crime—now accounting for 57.7% of all incidents—marks a stark imbalance compared to property crimes, which made up just 19.2% of the total. Violence and sexual offences in Measham are 12% above the UK average rate of 2.5 per 1,000, despite the area's overall rate being well below national levels. This divergence suggests local factors, such as community tensions or underreporting patterns, may be influencing the data. Residents should be aware that while property crime has decreased, the rise in violent incidents highlights a need for targeted community engagement initiatives.

Measham's crime rate in February 2024 fell to 4.8 per 1,000 residents, a 23.5% decrease from the previous month's 6.3 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the seasonal lull typical of winter months, when outdoor activity is limited and community interactions shift indoors. On a daily basis, the area saw one reported crime for every 29 days, translating to a local monthly exposure rate of one crime for roughly every 207 residents. This figure is lower than the UK average when scaled to the population, though the comparison is not directly applicable due to differences in demographic density. The drop in overall crime appears most pronounced in property-related categories, with vehicle crime and other theft falling sharply. These reductions may reflect seasonal patterns, such as fewer opportunities for opportunistic theft during colder weather. However, the persistent presence of violent crimes—now comprising 57.7% of all incidents—suggests underlying community dynamics that require further analysis.