Bingham Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Bingham's crime rate in September 2023 was 4.6 per 1,000 residents — 42.5% below the UK average of 8.0. This marked improvement positions the area as one of the safest built-up regions in the country, despite the usual challenges of a seasonal transition. Violence and sexual offences were the most prevalent category, accounting for 46.8% of all reported crimes, with a rate of 2.2 per 1,000 — 20% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed at 17.0%, and public order offences made up 10.6%, both significantly lower than their respective UK averages. These figures suggest a community where violent crime is subdued, possibly due to the area's compact, residential character and limited commercial activity compared to larger urban centres. The seasonal context of September — with schools reopening and university freshers arriving — may have influenced crime patterns, though the overall drop in incidents indicates effective local policing or environmental deterrents. Property crimes, including burglary and shoplifting, were also lower than the UK average, with burglary at 0.1 per 1,000 — 69% below the national rate. This could reflect the area's lower density of retail spaces or targeted community initiatives. While the month-on-month changes reveal shifts in specific categories, the overall trend remains one of sustained safety, with Bingham's crime profile illustrating a balance between proactive measures and the natural rhythms of its population.

September 2023 saw notable fluctuations in specific crime categories. Other crime, burglary, and other theft each recorded a 100% increase from the previous month, with these categories rising from zero to one and two to four incidents respectively. This uptick may reflect the return of students and new residents during the back-to-school period. Conversely, criminal damage and arson dropped by 77.8% (from 9 to 2 incidents), and shoplifting fell by 62.5% (from 8 to 3), potentially linked to reduced foot traffic as evenings grew shorter. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent crime type, with a rate of 2.2 per 1,000 — 20% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour also saw a 42.9% decline, from 14 to 8 incidents, suggesting improved community engagement or enforcement efforts. These shifts in crime patterns highlight the dynamic nature of local policing and the influence of seasonal transitions on criminal activity.

Bingham's crime rate in September 2023 stood at 4.6 per 1,000 residents, a 20.4% decrease from the previous month's rate of 5.8 per 1,000. This decline positions the area as one of the safer built-up areas in the UK, with the overall rate 42.5% below the national average. On a daily basis, 2 crimes were reported per day in September, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 215 residents, highlighting the relatively low frequency of incidents in the local population. This monthly exposure figure, when compared to the UK average, underscores Bingham's consistent performance in maintaining public safety. The reduction in crime may partly reflect seasonal factors, such as the transition from summer to autumn, which typically sees a decline in outdoor activity and associated crimes. However, the population-scaled perspective remains crucial: with 10,128 residents, the area's low crime rate demonstrates effective community policing and environmental factors that deter criminal activity.