Edwalton Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Edwalton's June 2024 crime rate of 5.0 per 1,000 residents marked a continued departure from the UK average, which stood at 8.2 per 1,000. This represents a 39% deficit compared to national figures, a gap that underscores the area's relative safety. The most prevalent crimes in June were violence and sexual offences (27.6% of total incidents) and anti-social behaviour (27.6%), both of which remained significantly below UK averages—violence was 49% below the national rate. The seasonal context of June, with its extended daylight hours and the onset of summer tourism, may have influenced these patterns. In rural or semi-rural areas like Edwalton, the start of the tourist season typically brings increased foot traffic to local amenities, which could theoretically contribute to anti-social behaviour. However, the absence of a corresponding spike in property crimes—such as burglary or vehicle theft—suggests that the area's built-up character and limited commercial density may mitigate some risks associated with tourism. Public order offences, though low in absolute terms, rose sharply month-on-month, a trend that could reflect the challenges of managing social interactions in public spaces during peak summer hours. Edwalton's overall crime profile remains distinct from both urban and rural counterparts, with its low levels of violent crime and property crime indicating a community that may benefit from strong local policing or community engagement initiatives.

June 2024 saw a 20% reduction in violence and sexual offences compared to May, with reported cases falling from 10 to 8. This decline aligns with Edwalton's broader trend of being 49% below the UK average for this category. Conversely, public order offences surged by 100%, rising from zero to four incidents, a shift that may reflect increased social activity during the start of summer. Drug-related crimes also doubled month-on-month, increasing from one to two cases—a 100% rise that places Edwalton 90% above the UK average for this category. These contrasting trends illustrate a dynamic crime profile where some categories remain consistently low, while others show sudden spikes. For residents, the 20% drop in violent crime offers a tangible sign of progress, though the doubling of drug offences deserves closer attention from local authorities.

Edwalton's crime rate in June 2024 rose 11.5% compared to May's 4.5 per 1,000, reaching 5.0 per 1,000. While this increase is modest, it contrasts with the area's overall 39% below the UK average. Daily crime statistics show an average of one reported crime per day over the month, a figure that may appear low but reflects Edwalton's smaller population. Over the course of June, one crime occurred for roughly every 199 residents, a monthly exposure rate that translates to a relatively low frequency of incidents per individual. This statistic, when contextualised against Edwalton's built-up area status and limited commercial density, suggests that localised factors—such as community cohesion or policing efforts—may contribute to the sustained suppression of crime despite the slight upward trend. The population-scaled perspective further highlights that even with the increase, Edwalton remains significantly safer than the national average, reinforcing the area's reputation as a low-crime environment.