Kiveton Park Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Kiveton Park's October 2024 crime rate of 6.3 per 1,000 residents marked a notable deviation from expectations, particularly in the sharp rise of certain crime types. The area's overall rate was 22.2% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, reflecting a safer-than-average profile. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 33.3% of all crimes (15 incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (17.8%) and vehicle crime (15.6%). This mix contrasts with the UK average, where vehicle crime is far lower (0.5 per 1,000) but violence and sexual offences are slightly higher (2.7 per 1,000). Seasonal factors likely contributed to these patterns: as October brought darker evenings and the Halloween period, increased indoor activity may have shifted some crime from public spaces to private residences. However, the most striking anomaly was the unexpected rise in 'other theft' and 'possession of weapons', which both surged to 3 incidents from zero in September. This shift may indicate a small but significant change in criminal behaviour, linked to the timing of local events or changes in policing focus. The relatively low rate of shoplifting (5 incidents, down from 14 in September) suggests a possible seasonal dip, though this remains unexplained by the available data. The area's built-up nature, typical of small urban centres, means that retail and residential zones both influence crime trends, but the absence of major tourist or student populations may limit the impact of traditional hotspots. Overall, Kiveton Park's crime profile in October 2024 illustrates a combination of local demographics, seasonal rhythms, and the small-scale fluctuations that characterise smaller built-up areas.

October 2024 saw unexpected surges in three crime categories: 'other theft', 'possession of weapons', and 'burglary', each rising from zero to three incidents—a 100% increase. This spike contrasts with a 64.3% drop in shoplifting, which fell from 14 to 5 incidents, suggesting a possible reallocation of criminal activity. The shift in crime mix is also notable: while violent crimes (15) remained the largest category, their share of total crimes decreased from 48.6% in September to 33.3%, as property crimes (24) grew in prominence. This balance mirrors the UK average, where property crimes are typically more prevalent, though Kiveton Park's vehicle crime rate (1.0 per 1,000) is 113% above the UK average (0.5 per 1,000), highlighting a localised risk. Residents might find the 100% rise in 'other theft' particularly concerning, as this category includes incidents such as theft from vehicles or unsecured premises—common in areas with limited surveillance. The absence of any increase in anti-social behaviour, which fell from 12 to 8 incidents, further underscores the irregularity of the month's trends. While the drop in shoplifting may reflect seasonal factors like reduced foot traffic or Halloween-related activity, the simultaneous rise in other thefts remains unexplained by the data, requiring further analysis.

Kiveton Park's October 2024 crime rate of 6.3 per 1,000 residents represented a 29.7% decrease from September's 9.0 per 1,000, marking one of the most significant monthly drops in recent records. On a daily basis, this equated to approximately one crime per day in October, a figure that, while modest, reflects the area's overall safety profile. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 159 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than many similarly sized urban areas. This statistic provides context for residents: the likelihood of experiencing a crime in Kiveton Park during October was significantly lower than the UK average, which would equate to roughly one in every 123 residents. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Kiveton Park's crime rate is not just statistically lower but also proportionally more manageable for a community of 7,151 people. The sharp decline from September to October is particularly noteworthy, as it suggests that local efforts—whether through policing, community initiatives, or seasonal factors—may have temporarily mitigated crime. However, the 100% increase in 'other theft' and 'possession of weapons' complicates this narrative, indicating that while overall crime has fallen, certain risks have risen. This contrast highlights the importance of targeted interventions and the need for residents to remain vigilant in areas where specific crime types have increased.