Beddau Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a built-up area of 7,697 residents, 55 crimes were recorded in June 2023, translating to 7.2 crimes per 1,000 people. This rate is 15.3% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000, marking a notable deviation from national trends. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 24 incidents (43.6% of total crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (13 cases, 23.6%) and criminal damage and arson (6 cases, 10.9%). These figures contrast with the UK averages for the same categories, where violence and sexual offences averaged 2.9 per 1,000 (6% above Beddau’s rate) and anti-social behaviour averaged 1.5 per 1,000 (15% below). The seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer and longer daylight hours—may influence crime patterns, though the sharp rise in violent crime suggests other factors at play. The relatively low burglary rate (1 case, 0.1 per 1,000) compared to the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000 indicates a lower incidence of property-related crimes in this area. This could reflect stronger community engagement, effective local policing strategies, or the nature of the built-up area’s infrastructure, which may limit opportunities for such crimes. However, the significant increase in violent crime compared to the previous month requires further contextual analysis.

June 2023 saw a 100% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 12 to 24 cases compared to May. This surge was accompanied by a 100% increase in public order offences (from 3 to 6) and burglary (from 0 to 1). Conversely, other theft cases decreased by 60%, falling from 5 to 2. The violent crime rate (3.1 per 1,000) was 6% above the UK average for this category, while anti-social behaviour (1.7 per 1,000) was 15% above the UK rate of 1.5 per 1,000. Other theft cases were 54% below the UK average of 0.7 per 1,000, and burglary was 69% below the UK rate of 0.3 per 1,000. These disparities highlight a complex mix of local factors, with Beddau’s lower property crime rates potentially linked to its built-up area characteristics, which may include better lighting, community surveillance, or reduced opportunities for burglary. The sharp rise in violent crime, however, may be influenced by seasonal factors such as increased social activity during summer or changes in local events. Residents should be aware of the increased risk of violence and public order issues, which could be mitigated by heightened community vigilance and local policing efforts.

The crime rate in June 2023 (7.2 per 1,000) represented a 52.8% increase compared to the previous month’s rate of 4.7 per 1,000, indicating a significant upward trend. On a daily basis, this translated to approximately 2 crimes per day in Beddau, a figure that, while modest, reflects the area’s relatively low crime profile compared to national averages. Over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 140 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average (which would be calculated from the provided data but is not explicitly stated here). This monthly exposure rate suggests that the likelihood of an individual resident being directly affected by crime is relatively low, though the recent surge in violent crime may alter this perception. When scaled to the population of 7,697, the 55 total crimes equate to a manageable frequency for a built-up area, but the sharp increase in violent offences raises questions about the underlying causes. The comparison to the previous month highlights the volatility of crime trends, emphasizing the need for ongoing monitoring and targeted interventions. Residents may find it useful to understand that while the overall rate is below the UK average, certain categories—particularly violence and public order—show marked deviations that warrant closer attention.