Bingham Crime Rate March 2024 | Monthly Statistics

March 2024 marked a slight upward trend in Bingham's overall crime rate, which rose to 4.6 per 1,000 residents from 4.4 per 1,000 in February—a 4.5% increase. Despite this, Bingham remains significantly safer than the UK average, with crime rates 40.3% below the national figure. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 44.7% of all reported incidents. This category, while showing a sharp 61.5% month-on-month increase, still sits 21% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 19.2% of total crimes, with a 22% deficit compared to national rates. The seasonal transition to spring may have influenced these patterns, as lengthening evenings and the clocks changing could have altered social dynamics in public spaces. However, the broader context of Bingham's low crime profile persists, with property crimes making up only 23.4% of the total (11 incidents), compared to 46.7% of UK crimes being property-related. This suggests a unique crime profile for Bingham, where violent and anti-social incidents dominate over property offences. The area's built-up nature within Rushcliffe likely contributes to this balance, as urban environments often see higher rates of interpersonal crime compared to rural areas. While the slight rise in March may be attributed to seasonal factors, the overall safety of Bingham remains evident, with crime rates that are among the lowest in the country.

March 2024 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories. Burglary increased by 100% compared to February, rising from zero to one incident—a stark anomaly in an otherwise low-crime area. Violence and sexual offences surged by 61.5%, with 21 reported cases, driven largely by a 61.5% increase in incidents compared to the previous month. This rise, while notable, still places Bingham 21% below the UK average for this category. Conversely, drug-related crimes fell sharply by 66.7%, dropping from three to one, suggesting a temporary reduction in illicit activity. Public order offences also decreased by 57.1%, aligning with the broader trend of reduced anti-social behaviour. These shifts highlight the volatility of specific crime types, even as the overall rate remains stable. For residents, the most concrete takeaway is the 44.7% share of violence and sexual offences, which underscores the need for targeted community initiatives to address this category.

Bingham's crime rate in March 2024 rose slightly to 4.6 per 1,000 residents from 4.4 per 1,000 in February, reflecting a 4.5% increase. This small upward trend contrasts with the area's continued position as one of the safest in the UK, with rates 40.3% below the national average. Locally, the monthly tally of 47 crimes translates to an average of two reported incidents per day, a figure that remains exceptionally low compared to other built-up areas. Over the course of March, one crime occurred for roughly every 215 residents, a statistic that underscores the rarity of criminal activity in this community. While the increase is notable, it must be contextualised against the broader picture: Bingham's crime rate remains well below the UK average, and the daily crime count is lower than in most comparable towns. The population context further highlights this safety—each resident faces a far lower risk of victimisation than the national average, even with the slight monthly rise.