Maltby Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 14,580, Maltby recorded 105 crimes in June 2024, translating to 7.2 crimes per 1,000 residents. This rate is 12.2% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000, reflecting a safer-than-average profile for the built-up area. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 40% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (21%) and criminal damage and arson (11.4%). These figures suggest a pattern of interpersonal and property-related issues dominating the local crime picture. The seasonal context of June—a time of longer days and the start of summer—may contribute to increased outdoor activity, which could partially explain the prominence of anti-social behaviour and public order offences. However, the relatively low overall crime rate compared to the UK average indicates that Maltby's built-up area maintains a generally secure environment. The distribution of crime types aligns with typical urban patterns, where high foot traffic in residential and commercial zones may drive both violent and property-related incidents. Violent crime rates in Maltby are 5% above the UK average for this category, highlighting a specific area for targeted community engagement. The lower-than-average rates for vehicle crime (33% below UK) and shoplifting (3% below UK) suggest that local initiatives or environmental factors may be mitigating these risks. This balance of factors paints a nuanced picture of Maltby's crime profile, where certain challenges persist alongside a broadly positive trend compared to national benchmarks.

June 2024 saw an 11.6% increase in the overall crime rate from the previous month, rising from 6.5 to 7.2 per 1,000 residents. This upward shift was driven by sharp increases in criminal damage and arson (+140%), anti-social behaviour (+37.5%), and shoplifting (+33.3%). Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 55.6% and other theft by 20%, indicating possible improvements in security measures or reduced opportunities for these offences. The mix of crimes shifted with violent offences (40% of total) now outpacing property crimes (28%), a reversal of previous trends. This shift is consistent with June's seasonal context, where increased social interactions in public spaces may contribute to higher rates of interpersonal conflict. Violence and sexual offences in Maltby (2.9 per 1,000) are 5% above the UK average, while public order offences (0.6 per 1,000) are 2% below. These figures suggest that while Maltby faces specific challenges in violent crime, it performs better than average in maintaining public order. Residents may find the 33% drop in vehicle crime particularly relevant, as it could indicate effective policing strategies or improved car security awareness in the area.

June's crime rate of 7.2 per 1,000 residents represents an 11.6% increase from the previous month's rate of 6.5, marking the first monthly rise in over three months. On a daily basis, Maltby experienced approximately 4 crimes per day in June, a figure that translates to a 1-in-139 chance of a resident being involved in a reported crime over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average for most categories, though the 5% above average for violent crime highlights a specific area of concern. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Maltby's crime rate is 12.2% below the UK average, suggesting that the built-up area's infrastructure and community dynamics may be contributing to this relative safety. However, the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour and criminal damage compared to May indicates that local conditions—such as increased social gatherings or seasonal events—may be influencing crime patterns. The contrast between Maltby's below-average vehicle crime (33% below UK) and above-average violent crime (5% above UK) underscores the complexity of local factors, which may include differences in policing focus, community engagement, or environmental design. These comparisons provide a framework for understanding how Maltby's specific challenges and strengths align with broader national trends.