Whitwick Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

February 2024 saw Whitwick record a crime rate of 6.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 8.5% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This performance reflects a balance between property and violent crime, with anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences each accounting for 26.9% of total crimes reported. The built-up area’s crime profile aligns with seasonal patterns typical of a small urban centre, where winter months often see a shift in activity from outdoor spaces to indoor environments. The low outdoor activity during February, combined with the pre-spring lull in social events, likely contributes to the prominence of anti-social behaviour and public order offences. These categories are particularly notable: anti-social behaviour exceeds the UK average by 71%, while public order offences are 63% above the national benchmark. This suggests local factors—such as community density or the presence of public spaces—may amplify these types of incidents. Meanwhile, shoplifting and other crime categories remain below UK averages, with shoplifting at 0.5 per 1,000 (7% below the UK rate). The overall crime rate, though slightly lower than the national average, demonstrates a combination of local demographics and seasonal trends, with no single factor dominating the crime picture.

The most dramatic month-on-month change was a 100% increase in both 'other crime' and 'shoplifting', with each category doubling from zero to four incidents. This sharp rise contrasts with an 83.3% drop in burglary, which fell from six to one incident—a shift that may reflect seasonal changes in property crime patterns. The anti-social behaviour category, which accounted for 26.9% of total crimes, remains 71% above the UK average of 1.1 per 1,000, highlighting a persistent local challenge. Public order offences also surged by 50%, climbing from four to six incidents, a jump that could be tied to increased indoor gatherings during colder weather. Meanwhile, shoplifting’s 100% increase is noteworthy, as the category is typically low in built-up areas but saw a 7% reduction compared to the UK average. Residents might find the 71% gap between Whitwick’s anti-social behaviour rate and the UK average particularly relevant, as it suggests local community dynamics that differ from national trends. The significant drop in burglary, however, points to a possible seasonal lull in property crime.

Whitwick’s crime rate in February 2024 rose by 13% compared to the previous month, moving from 5.8 to 6.5 per 1,000 residents. This increase, while modest, places the area’s daily crime count at approximately two incidents per day—a figure that may feel more tangible to residents than the overall rate. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 153 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, while low, underscores the concentrated nature of crime in specific areas. With a population of 7,973, the 52 total crimes reported represent a manageable burden, but the 100% increase in 'other crime' and 'shoplifting' highlights pockets of vulnerability. The previous month’s lower rate may have reflected seasonal factors such as shorter days or reduced foot traffic, while February’s figures suggest a return to normal activity levels. The area’s built-up character, with its mix of residential and commercial spaces, likely influences how crimes are distributed. For instance, the 71% gap between Whitwick’s anti-social behaviour rate and the UK average may indicate a higher concentration of incidents in public spaces, whereas the drop in burglary could reflect a seasonal decline in outdoor property crime.