Stakeford Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Stakeford’s crime rate in June 2024 stood at 7.3 per 1,000 residents, a figure 11% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This performance places the area in a safer-than-average position nationally, though local crime patterns reveal distinct challenges. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 29.6% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour at the same share. Shoplifting made up 13%, with both categories showing notable divergence from UK averages. The seasonal context of June—a time when the UK’s coastal and rural areas begin to see increased tourism—may have influenced these trends. For instance, the 63.2% drop in shoplifting compared to May could reflect heightened police presence or seasonal shifts in retail activity. Anti-social behaviour, however, remained 57% above the UK average, a discrepancy that may be linked to Stakeford’s status as a built-up area within a predominantly rural county. The interplay between local demographics and national averages suggests that while Stakeford benefits from lower overall crime rates, specific categories like anti-social behaviour require targeted attention. The balance between violent and property crimes also shifted slightly in June, with property crimes (including burglary and vehicle crime) accounting for 37% of all incidents, compared to 45% for violent crimes. This shift may be consistent with summer patterns, where property-related offences sometimes see increased reporting due to greater foot traffic in public spaces.

June 2024 saw a marked decline in shoplifting, which dropped by 63.2% from 19 to 7 incidents. This reduction may partly explain the overall 32.5% decrease in the area’s crime rate compared to May. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 27.3%, though it remained 57% above the UK average, highlighting a persistent local challenge. Other theft plummeted by 87.5%, from 8 to 1 incident, suggesting a possible shift in criminal focus or increased police activity. Burglary and vehicle crime each rose by 100%, with both crimes doubling from previous levels. These increases are significant, as they contrast with broader trends in the UK, where vehicle crime is 33% below average. The area’s violent crime rate, at 2.2 per 1,000, is 20% below the UK average, a figure that may reflect Stakeford’s relatively stable community dynamics. However, the surge in burglary raises questions about local factors, such as seasonal changes in property activity or the impact of short-term housing arrangements.

Stakeford’s crime rate in June 2024 dropped by 32.5% compared to May 2024, falling from 10.8 to 7.3 per 1,000 residents. This decline places the area 11% below the UK average, a position it has maintained for several months. Locally, the daily crime count averaged two incidents per day over the 30-day period, translating to one reported crime for every 137 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure is relatively low, crime rates can fluctuate seasonally. For instance, the start of summer often sees shifts in activity patterns, with tourism potentially influencing both anti-social behaviour and retail-related offences. The population-scaled perspective shows that, despite the drop, residents still face a crime environment that is distinct from the UK average, particularly in categories like anti-social behaviour and shoplifting, which are high. This contrast may reflect Stakeford’s unique characteristics as a built-up area within a largely rural county, where local dynamics can diverge from national trends.