Barnack Crime Rate

Introduction to Crime in Barnack BUA

The Built-Up Area (BUA) of Barnack reports an overall crime rate of 49.2 per 1,000 people per year, which is significantly lower than the UK average of 93.4 per 1,000. With an excellent safety score of 88 out of 100, Barnack is considered much safer than the national average of 78/100. Notably, crime in Barnack has seen a decrease of 11.9% year-on-year, indicating a positive trend in local safety. This introduction provides a concise overview of the local crime landscape before a more detailed analysis.

Crime Type Analysis in Barnack BUA

In Barnack BUA, Violence and sexual offences are the most prevalent crime type, accounting for 33.8% of all reported crimes with 25 incidents, at a rate of 16.6 per 1,000 people. Anti-social behaviour is the second most common, with 18 incidents (24.3% of the total), equating to 12.0 per 1,000 residents. Burglary ranks as the third most frequent offence, with 9 cases, representing 12.2% of total crime and a rate of 6.0 per 1,000.

The property-related crime rate in Barnack BUA, encompassing burglary, robbery, theft from person, criminal damage and arson, bicycle theft, vehicle crime, and other theft, stands at 16.6 per 1,000 people. This is substantially lower than the UK average of 33.2 per 1,000. Specific figures include burglary at 6.0 per 1,000, criminal damage and arson at 4.7 per 1,000, vehicle crime at 3.3 per 1,000, other theft at 1.3 per 1,000, and robbery at 1.3 per 1,000. These statistics highlight a very low incidence of property crime, but residents are still encouraged to maintain diligent security measures to protect their homes and belongings.

Crime Trends in Barnack BUA

Barnack BUA has experienced a decreasing crime trend over the last year, with a year-over-year fall of 11.9%. Monthly data provides a clearer picture of these fluctuations. The crime rate per 1,000 residents began at 1.3 in October 2024, saw a peak of 8.0 in May and June 2025, before generally decreasing to 2.7 in September 2025. This overall reduction in crime, despite some monthly variations, should offer reassurance to residents, indicating an improving safety landscape within the area.

Understanding Time-Based Crime Patterns in Barnack BUA

Crime patterns in Barnack BUA show distinct variations throughout the day. Morning hours (6am-12pm) are characterised by higher rates of burglary (32%), vehicle crime (21%), and theft (15%). This suggests opportunistic crimes targeting properties or vehicles during the start of the day. In the afternoon (12pm-6pm), burglary surges to 50%, with theft at 15%, likely due to homes being left unattended. Evening hours (6pm-12am) see 'Other' crimes become most prominent at 44%, alongside burglary at 36% and vehicle crime at 15%. During the night (12am-6am), vehicle crime reaches its highest at 35%, with burglary at 40%, indicating a focus on properties and vehicles under the cover of darkness. These insights help residents understand when specific crime types are more prevalent.

Crime in Nearby Areas to Barnack BUA

Comparing Barnack BUA to its neighbouring settlements provides valuable regional context. With an overall crime rate of 49.2 per 1,000, Barnack is considerably safer than the larger Peterborough Built-Up Area and generally comparable to or safer than nearby villages like Ufford (Peterborough), Uffington (South Kesteven), Tallington, and Wittering. Its very low crime figures are often indicative of its smaller, more rural character. This regional perspective helps residents understand Barnack BUA's position as a particularly safe community within the wider local authority, highlighting its unique safety profile compared to its diverse neighbours.

Property Protection in Barnack BUA

Given Barnack BUA's very low property crime rate of 16.6 per 1,000 people, which is well below the UK average, residents benefit from a particularly secure environment. However, maintaining vigilance and effective security measures remains important. Traditional security cameras often serve as reactive recording devices, capturing footage after a crime has occurred rather than preventing it. For those who seek to proactively deter and prevent crime, advanced AI-powered solutions like scOS offer a compelling alternative.

scOS employs multi-camera intelligence to detect potential threats at the property boundary, learning daily routines to filter out false alarms and identify genuine intruders. It can also perform DVLA vehicle verification, instantly flagging suspicious vehicles. The core principle is prevention: most burglars decide within 60 seconds whether a property is too much effort. A visible, professional-grade system with autonomous responses, such as activating lights and engaging speakers, can disrupt an intruder's plan and make them move on. While basic DIY systems have their place, professional proactive security provides enhanced peace of mind for homeowners in Barnack BUA.