Maltby Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Maltby's crime rate for September 2023 stood at 7.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 8.8% below the UK average of 8.0. This positioning within the national context highlights the area's relatively lower crime levels. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 43.9% of all recorded incidents—substantially higher than the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. This discrepancy may be influenced by the built-up nature of the area, where higher population density and social interactions could contribute to such incidents. Criminal damage and arson followed at 8.4% of total crimes, aligning closely with the UK average, while public order offences and vehicle crime each accounted for 7.5%, with the latter exceeding the UK rate by 25%. The seasonal context of September—marked by the return to school and university freshers—likely plays a role in these patterns, as increased foot traffic and social activity may heighten opportunities for certain types of crime. Anti-social behaviour was 55% below the UK average, a statistic that may reflect local community initiatives or environmental factors that discourage such behaviour. The data also reveals a marked increase in 'other crime'—a category that includes lesser-reported but significant offences—suggesting the need for further analysis of emerging trends. While the overall rate remains lower than the national average, the composition of crimes in Maltby indicates a combination of local conditions and broader regional patterns.

September saw significant shifts in crime patterns, with other crime and possession of weapons both surging by 400% and 300% respectively, reflecting a stark increase in incidents not previously accounted for. This rise in 'other crime'—which includes a range of less common but impactful offences—suggests potential gaps in current reporting or emerging local challenges. Conversely, burglary and drugs-related crimes both dropped sharply, with burglary decreasing by 81.8% compared to August. This reduction may align with seasonal factors such as the start of the academic year, which often correlates with increased community presence and surveillance. Violence and sexual offences remained elevated, at 17% above the UK average, a figure that contrasts with the overall rate's 8.8% deficit. The data also highlights a 55% lower rate of anti-social behaviour compared to the UK average, a statistic that may reflect the area's local characteristics, such as its built-up nature and potential for more structured community oversight.

Maltby's crime rate in September 2023 stood at 7.3 per 1,000 residents, a 19.5% decrease from the previous month's rate of 9.1 per 1,000. This decline positions the area as safer compared to its recent performance, though it remains within the broader UK context. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 4 crimes per day, a figure that reflects the local rhythm of activity without direct comparison to national averages. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 136 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the population of 14,580. When considering the population-scaled perspective, Maltby's rate is 8.8% below the UK average, suggesting a combination of local factors such as community engagement or environmental design that may contribute to this relative safety. The decrease in burglary and anti-social behaviour, coupled with the sharp rise in other crime categories, underscores the need for ongoing analysis of emerging trends.