Brinsworth Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 8,758 residents, Brinsworth recorded 54 crimes in May 2023, equating to a crime rate of 6.2 per 1,000 people. This figure is 22.5% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, marking one of the lowest rates in the region for this period. The breakdown of crimes reveals a distinct pattern: 42.6% of all incidents were violence and sexual offences, followed by anti-social behaviour (16.7%) and other crime (9.3%). This mix suggests a focus on interpersonal conflict and disruptive behaviour, which may partly explain the elevated share of violent crimes compared to the UK average. Seasonal factors in May, including bank holidays and longer evenings, likely contribute to increased outdoor socialising and drinking, which could drive anti-social behaviour and public order issues. However, the area's overall low crime rate contrasts with the UK average, indicating a relative safety compared to other regions. Violent crimes in Brinsworth are 6% below the UK average (2.6 vs 2.8 per 1,000), while anti-social behaviour is 25% below the UK rate (1.0 vs 1.3 per 1,000). This suggests that local policing strategies, community engagement, or the area's demographics may be playing a role in maintaining lower levels of these categories. The presence of other crime at 329% above the UK average (0.6 vs 0.1 per 1,000) highlights a potential anomaly or underreported category requiring further analysis.

May 2023 saw significant month-on-month shifts in crime patterns, with burglary tripling (1 to 3 incidents) and criminal damage and arson doubling (2 to 4 incidents). These increases, though modest in absolute terms, represent stark changes from April, raising questions about potential local triggers such as seasonal transitions or targeted activity. Conversely, other theft fell by 33.3% (3 to 2 incidents), possibly reflecting reduced opportunities during warmer weather or changes in retail activity. The category of 'other crime' surged from zero to five incidents, a 329% jump above the UK average (0.6 vs 0.1 per 1,000), indicating either an emerging trend or misclassification requiring clarification. While violent crimes remained 6% below the UK average, the category of 'other crime' stood out as a marked outlier, potentially influencing the overall crime mix. This anomaly could signal underreported issues or a specific local context not captured in broader UK statistics. Residents might find the 329% discrepancy in 'other crime' particularly noteworthy, as it highlights a category where Brinsworth diverges significantly from national trends.

Brinsworth's crime rate in May 2023 (6.2 per 1,000) marked a 69.0% increase from April's 3.7 per 1,000, reflecting a notable upward trend over the past month. On a daily basis, this translated to approximately 2 crimes per day in the built-up area, a figure that may seem high for a small community but is contextually manageable given the population size. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 162 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Brinsworth in the lower quartile of UK areas for this metric. When scaled to the population of 8,758, the 54 total crimes represent a manageable proportion of the community, though the 69% increase from the previous month warrants attention. This rise, while not exceeding UK averages, contrasts with the area's historical performance, suggesting potential shifts in local dynamics. The 22.5% deficit to the UK average (6.2 vs 8.0 per 1,000) persists despite the month-on-month increase, highlighting Brinsworth's continued position as a relatively low-crime area within the UK. Residents may find the 1-in-162 monthly exposure rate particularly relevant, as it illustrates the low probability of experiencing a crime compared to other regions.