Beddau Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Beddau, 6.8 crimes were reported in May 2024 — 19% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This translates to one reported crime for every 148 residents over the course of the month, a figure that contextualises risk in everyday terms. The data reveals a stark contrast in crime distribution, with violent crimes dominating at 53.9% of total incidents (28 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (19.2%) and criminal damage and arson (11.5%). This pattern aligns with the area’s character as a built-up community where social interactions in public spaces may contribute to higher rates of violent and disorderly conduct. Seasonal factors in May — longer evenings, bank holidays, and increased outdoor socialising — likely amplify these trends, creating conditions where conflicts escalate more readily. The rate of violent crimes in Beddau (3.6 per 1,000) exceeds the UK average for this category (2.8 per 1,000) by 27%, suggesting that local dynamics such as community density or social networks may play a role. Meanwhile, property crimes remain comparatively low, with burglary at 0.1 per 1,000 — 68% below the UK average — reflecting effective community policing or lower target density in residential areas. This interplay between local context and national trends illustrates how Beddau’s crime profile differs from broader patterns, with violence and disorder emerging as key focal points for residents and authorities.

May 2024 saw an 18.2% increase in Beddau’s crime rate compared to April, rising from 5.7 to 6.8 per 1,000 residents. This shift was driven by a 100% surge in criminal damage and arson cases (0 to 6) and a similar rise in other theft (0 to 2), both of which may reflect seasonal factors such as increased outdoor activity and alcohol consumption during longer evenings. The crime mix also shifted significantly: violent crimes now account for over half (53.9%) of all incidents, compared to property crimes at just 17.3% (9 cases). This imbalance places Beddau in stark contrast to national trends, where violent crimes make up 27% of the UK average. The rate of violence and sexual offences in Beddau (3.6 per 1,000) is 27% above the UK average (2.8 per 1,000), a discrepancy that may be tied to local social dynamics. Conversely, anti-social behaviour (1.3 per 1,000) is 10% below the UK average (1.4 per 1,000), reflecting effective community engagement or a smaller population base. For residents, the most immediate concern remains the sharp rise in criminal damage and arson, which could indicate targeted vandalism or arson linked to seasonal gatherings.

Beddau’s crime rate in May 2024 (6.8 per 1,000) represents an 18.2% increase from April’s 5.7 per 1,000, though it remains 19% below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly two crimes per day — a figure that, while modest, underscores the frequency of incidents in a community of 7,697 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 148 residents, a ratio that provides context for individual risk exposure. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average, which is not explicitly provided but implied by the 19% overall deficit. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while Beddau’s crime rate is relatively low compared to national benchmarks, the concentration of violent crimes (53.9% of total incidents) suggests that certain local factors — such as community density or social interactions — may amplify specific types of crime. The contrast with UK averages is particularly pronounced in categories like criminal damage and arson, which are 29% above the national rate, and other crime, which is 135% above. These discrepancies highlight how Beddau’s crime profile, while generally safer than the UK average, has unique characteristics shaped by local conditions and seasonal patterns.