Long Lawford Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Long Lawford's crime profile in June 2023, accounting for 27.8% of all reported crimes. With a total crime rate of 2.7 per 1,000 residents, the area recorded significantly lower crime levels than the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000, a gap of 68.2%. This stark contrast reflects the area's relatively low-risk environment, though the dominance of violent crime suggests targeted vulnerabilities. Anti-social behaviour followed closely with 22.2% of incidents, highlighting persistent community tensions that may be exacerbated by seasonal factors. The data aligns with patterns seen in small built-up areas within larger urban centres, where localised social dynamics often drive crime trends. June, the start of summer, typically sees shifts in activity patterns, with extended daylight hours potentially contributing to increased visibility of anti-social behaviour. However, the absence of major spikes in property crime—such as burglary, which remained at 0.3 per 1,000—suggests that the area's infrastructure or community engagement efforts may be mitigating risks to homes and businesses. The low overall crime rate, combined with the prominence of violent incidents, indicates a combination of local demographics and environmental factors that warrant further analysis. This month's statistics underscore the need for targeted interventions in violence prevention while maintaining the area's strong performance in reducing property-related crimes.

June 2023 saw a 100% increase in burglary, criminal damage, and other theft compared to May, reflecting a sharp upward trend in these categories. Conversely, public order offences dropped by 60% and violence and sexual offences fell by 50%, suggesting shifting patterns in criminal activity. Violence and sexual offences, though lower than the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000 (73% below), remain the most prevalent category, accounting for 5 incidents. This highlights a critical area for local policing focus. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.6 per 1,000, was 59% below the UK average, indicating effective community management strategies. Possession of weapons in Long Lawford was 150% above the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000, a figure that deserves closer attention. Residents may find the daily crime rate—approximately 1 incident per day—useful for contextualising local safety. These fluctuations underscore the dynamic nature of crime in the area, with specific categories requiring targeted attention while others demonstrate commendable performance against national benchmarks.

June 2023's crime rate of 2.7 per 1,000 represents a 14.3% decrease from May's 3.2 per 1,000, indicating a notable improvement in local safety metrics. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 1 crime per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the persistent nature of criminal activity in a small built-up area. Over the course of the month, 1 reported crime occurred for every 370 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is exceptionally low compared to national averages. This statistic, when contextualised against Long Lawford's population of 6,660, illustrates the area's relative safety despite the prominence of violent incidents. The comparison to the previous month reveals a downward trend that may be linked to seasonal factors, such as the start of summer encouraging more outdoor activity and community engagement. However, the 150% increase in possession of weapons—well above the UK average—suggests a potential risk that requires monitoring. These figures, when viewed alongside the UK's overall crime rate of 8.5 per 1,000, highlight Long Lawford's position as a significantly safer area, though targeted efforts to address specific vulnerabilities remain essential.