Stakeford Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Stakeford's crime profile in February 2024 reveals a mixed picture, with some categories showing sharp increases while others decline. The overall crime rate of 7.2 per 1,000 residents places the area 1.4% above the UK average, a marginal difference that may reflect localised factors rather than systemic trends. Anti-social behaviour (22 incidents, 41.5% of all crimes) dominates the crime profile, significantly outpacing the UK average by 186%. This category's prominence is consistent with the characteristics of a built-up area within a rural county, where limited public spaces and close proximity of residences may amplify disturbances. Violence and sexual offences (17 incidents, 32.1% of total crimes) remain the second-largest category, though they are 8% below the UK average. This contrast suggests that while personal safety concerns persist, Stakeford's rates in this category are comparatively lower, due to the area's smaller population and lower density of nightlife venues. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with reduced outdoor activity—may explain the overall lower crime volume compared to busier summer months, though the surge in anti-social behaviour challenges this pattern. The area's crime picture is further complicated by the 200% increase in vehicle crime, which could be linked to colder weather prompting more vehicle-related incidents such as broken glass or theft from parked cars. These findings highlight the need for targeted community engagement and policing strategies that address both the unique challenges of a rural built-up area and the specific spikes in certain crime types.

February 2024 saw a dramatic 200% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 1 to 3 incidents. This spike, though small in absolute terms, warrants attention given the area's limited parking infrastructure and reliance on narrow, winding roads that may complicate vehicle surveillance. Anti-social behaviour also surged by 120%, with 22 incidents reported—over 40% of all crimes—despite the winter lull in public activity. This anomaly may reflect seasonal shifts in social dynamics, such as increased indoor gatherings or reduced community oversight during colder weather. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 84.2%, from 19 to 3 incidents, a drop that aligns with the pre-spring lull in retail activity and reduced foot traffic in local shops. Anti-social behaviour in Stakeford is 186% above the UK average (1.1 per 1,000), a disparity that may be linked to the area's compact built-up nature, where noise and disturbances are more likely to escalate rapidly.

Stakeford's crime rate in February 2024 (7.2 per 1,000 residents) represents a 20.9% decrease from the previous month's rate of 9.1 per 1,000. This decline aligns with typical seasonal patterns observed in rural and semi-rural areas during winter months, where reduced foot traffic and lower outdoor activity may contribute to lower crime visibility. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately 2 crimes reported each day in February, a figure that, while modest, reflects the concentrated nature of incidents in specific pockets of the built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 140 residents, a metric that contextualises the frequency of incidents relative to the population. When compared to the UK average, Stakeford's overall rate is 1.4% higher. The population context further highlights that even small absolute numbers can represent significant local impact, particularly in areas with limited policing resources or community support networks.