Bingham Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Bingham's crime profile in June 2024 reveals a landscape shaped by both local characteristics and broader seasonal trends. With an overall crime rate of 5.5 per 1,000 residents, the area remains 32.9% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000—a statistic that underscores the effectiveness of local policing or the unique dynamics of a built-up area within Rushcliffe. The most prevalent crimes in June were violence and sexual offences (21 incidents, 37.5% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (15 incidents, 26.8%) and criminal damage and arson (8 incidents, 14.3%). This distribution aligns with the characteristics of a small urban centre, where interpersonal conflicts and property damage may dominate over larger-scale crimes. Seasonally, June's status as the start of summer may have influenced crime patterns: the longer days and warmer weather could have contributed to increased outdoor activity, affecting both public order and retail crime. However, the sharp 400% rise in shoplifting—despite remaining below the UK average—suggests a specific vulnerability in local retail environments, tied to summer tourism or changes in consumer behaviour. Conversely, the 34% drop in public order offences (from 0.6 to 0.4 per 1,000) may indicate a reduction in alcohol-related incidents or other factors tied to the area's summer rhythms. These patterns highlight the need for targeted interventions, particularly in retail security, while the area's overall low crime rate compared to the UK average offers a baseline for continued monitoring and community engagement.

The most dramatic month-on-month swing in June 2024 was a 400% rise in shoplifting, with incidents increasing from 1 to 5. This surge, though still below the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, highlights a sharp shift in retail-related crime patterns. Concurrently, criminal damage and arson rose by 300% (from 2 to 8), a figure that exceeds the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000 by 31%. These increases contrast with a 34% drop in public order offences (from 0.6 to 0.4 per 1,000), suggesting a combination of local events and seasonal factors. Violence and sexual offences remained 24% below the UK average at 2.1 per 1,000, a statistic that may reflect Bingham's built-up area status and potentially lower population density compared to larger urban centres. For residents, the 400% jump in shoplifting offers a tangible insight into local retail vulnerabilities, likely tied to summer foot traffic patterns or specific store security challenges.

Bingham's crime rate in June 2024 rose to 5.5 per 1,000 residents, marking a 51.5% increase from the previous month's rate of 3.7 per 1,000. This shift translates to approximately two reported crimes per day across the built-up area, a figure that situates the area within a familiar rhythm of local policing and community awareness. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 181 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, while lower than many UK towns, reflects the specific dynamics of Bingham's population density and local infrastructure. With a population of 10,128, the area's relatively low crime rate—32.9% below the UK average—suggests a combination of effective local strategies and the built-up area's inherent characteristics, such as limited spatial sprawl and potentially higher levels of community cohesion. These factors may contribute to a more contained crime environment compared to larger urban centres, though the month-on-month rise indicates ongoing challenges that require attention.