Rutland Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Rutland during May 2023 reveals a distinct pattern shaped by local demographics and seasonal activity. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 47.8% of all reported crimes, significantly outpacing other categories. This dominance of violent crime contrasts with the UK average, where such offences make up 42% of the total. Rutland’s overall crime rate of 3.3 per 1,000 residents, 58.8% below the UK average, suggests a community with lower levels of property-related crime and public order issues. The seasonal context of May—marked by longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising—may contribute to the prominence of violent offences, as social interactions in public spaces intensify during this time. Property crimes accounted for only 34.6% of total incidents (47 out of 136), a fraction of the UK average where property crime typically dominates. This imbalance could reflect Rutland’s rural character, where fewer commercial spaces and lower population density may reduce opportunities for theft and burglary. Meanwhile, the absence of significant spikes in shoplifting or vehicle crime suggests that local retail and transport infrastructure are not major drivers of property-related offences. The data also highlights a relatively low incidence of anti-social behaviour (3.7% of total crimes), which may align with Rutland’s reputation as a quiet, low-density area where community cohesion is strong. However, the 85.7% increase in violence and sexual offences compared to April 2023 (from 35 to 65 incidents) warrants closer examination, linked to the start of the summer social season or other transient factors. This pattern underscores the importance of understanding how local rhythms—such as seasonal transitions and community events—interact with crime trends in Rutland’s unique context.

May 2023 saw a marked shift in Rutland’s crime mix, with violence and sexual offences surging by 85.7% compared to April, rising from 35 to 65 incidents. This increase, while significant, remains 42% below the UK average for this category. The sharp drop in shoplifting (50% decrease from 6 to 3 incidents) and anti-social behaviour (50% decrease from 10 to 5) contrasts with the rising trend in violent crime, suggesting a combination of seasonal factors and local dynamics. Other notable changes include a 300% increase in 'other crime' (from 1 to 4 incidents) and a 100% rise in drug-related offences (from 1 to 2). These fluctuations highlight the volatility of certain crime categories, even within a generally low-crime area. The UK comparison for 'other theft' (32% below the national average) and 'criminal damage and arson' (52% below) reinforces Rutland’s consistent underperformance relative to the UK in property-related offences, though this may be influenced by the area’s rural nature and limited opportunities for such crimes. For residents, the 136 total crimes reported in May—averaging 4 per day—provide a concrete sense of local risk levels, though this figure remains well below the UK average. The absence of major spikes in theft from the person or vehicle crime, despite the seasonal increase in outdoor activity, further illustrates how Rutland’s unique socio-economic profile shapes its crime patterns.

Rutland’s crime rate in May 2023 (3.3 per 1,000 residents) rose 4.5% compared to April’s 3.1 per 1,000, reflecting a slight upward trend in overall crime. This increase, however, remains far below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. On a daily basis, Rutland experienced approximately 4 crimes per day in May, a figure that translates to one reported crime for roughly every 305 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate provides a tangible measure of risk for residents, though it is important to contextualise it within Rutland’s population of 41,443. The low incidence of crime, particularly when compared to national averages, suggests that Rutland’s rural setting and smaller population size may inherently limit opportunities for certain types of offences. For instance, the 68% deficit in burglary rates compared to the UK average (0.3 per 1,000 vs 0.6 per 1,000) aligns with the challenges of targeting homes in sparsely populated areas. Meanwhile, the 92% gap in anti-social behaviour rates (0.1 per 1,000 vs 1.3 per 1,000) underscores the relative absence of public disorder in Rutland, which may be attributable to its close-knit communities and limited nightlife. These comparisons highlight how Rutland’s demographic and geographic characteristics create a distinct crime profile that diverges significantly from the UK average, even as local crime rates show minor fluctuations from month to month.