Bingham Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Bingham's crime rate of 3.8 per 1,000 residents in October 2023 places it 52.5% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This stark contrast highlights the area's relatively low crime profile compared to national standards. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 31.6% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour at 26.3%. These figures are particularly notable given the seasonal context of October, when shorter evenings and the transition to British Summer Time may influence crime patterns. The area's low rates of property crime—only 29% of total incidents—suggests a different crime dynamic compared to larger urban centres where property crime often dominates. Violence and sexual offences in Bingham remain 56% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may reflect the area's smaller population and community cohesion. Anti-social behaviour, while still a concern, is 22% below the UK average, indicating effective local policing or community engagement strategies. Shoplifting and public order offences both fall significantly below national averages, with shoplifting at 48% below and public order at 49% below. This suggests that Bingham's retail and public spaces may be managed in ways that deter such crimes. The overall crime rate's continued proximity to historical lows for the area indicates a stable, if not improving, security environment. However, the seasonal context of October—darker evenings and Halloween—may introduce new challenges, though the data does not yet reflect any significant spikes in crime during these periods. The combination of low crime rates and targeted crime types illustrates a community where interpersonal disputes and anti-social behaviour are more prominent than large-scale property or violent crime.

October 2023 saw significant reductions in several key crime categories. Violence and sexual offences dropped by 45.5% month-on-month, from 22 incidents in September to 12 in October—a decrease that may reflect the impact of seasonal changes on public interactions or targeted policing efforts. Public order offences also fell by 40%, from 5 to 3, potentially linked to the quieter pace of life as October progresses compared to the busier September. Other theft decreased by 25%, though it remains a concern at 3 incidents. Conversely, three categories saw notable increases: robbery (up 100% from 0 to 1), vehicle crime (up 100% from 0 to 1), and other crime (up 100% from 1 to 2). These increases, while statistically significant, remain low in absolute terms and may represent isolated incidents rather than emerging trends. The category of 'other crime' in Bingham is 43% above the UK average, a unique data point that could indicate specific local factors requiring further investigation. Violent crimes in the area remain 56% below the UK average, a consistent performance that may be attributable to the area's small population and community-focused policing strategies. Anti-social behaviour, while still a concern, is 22% below the UK average, suggesting that local initiatives to address nuisance behaviour may be working. The rise in vehicle crime, though minimal in number, could be linked to seasonal factors such as the transition to darker evenings, which may increase opportunities for vehicle-related offences.

Bingham's crime rate of 3.8 per 1,000 residents in October 2023 marks a 19.2% decrease from the previous month's rate of 4.6 per 1,000. This decline is consistent with the area's historical trend of maintaining crime rates well below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 1 reported crime per day in October, a figure that may be more meaningful to residents than the overall monthly rate. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 267 residents—a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average, which is not provided in this dataset. Considering Bingham's population of 10,128, the low frequency of crime suggests that the area's residents face a markedly lower risk of victimisation compared to the national average. This is particularly evident in categories like violence and sexual offences, which are 56% below the UK average, and public order offences, which are 49% below. The population-scaled perspective highlights the importance of context: while the absolute numbers of crimes may seem small, their relative rarity in a community of this size underscores the effectiveness of local crime prevention efforts. The comparison to the previous month also reveals that the area's crime rate is not static—it fluctuates in response to seasonal and temporal factors. However, the consistent performance below the UK average suggests that Bingham's crime profile is shaped by a combination of its small population, community characteristics, and local policing strategies. These factors may create a unique environment where crime is both less frequent and less severe compared to larger, more densely populated areas.