Rutland Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Rutland's overall crime rate in June 2024 stood at 4.1 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 50% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This stark contrast underscores Rutland's status as a relatively safe local authority. Violence and sexual offences constituted the largest single category, accounting for 46.2% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour at 12.3% and criminal damage and arson at 9.4%. These figures align with Rutland's character as a predominantly rural district, where community-based issues such as anti-social behaviour and property damage may be more pronounced than in densely populated urban areas. The seasonal context of June, marking the start of summer, likely contributes to the higher proportion of public order offences, which could be influenced by increased social activity, tourism, or the extended daylight hours typical of the season. While the overall crime rate remains well below the UK average, the breakdown of offences highlights the need for targeted interventions in areas such as public order and anti-social behaviour, which may be exacerbated by the local environment and seasonal rhythms.

The most dramatic month-on-month change in June 2024 was the 133.3% increase in public order offences, rising from six to 14 incidents. This surge, though still below the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, suggests a shift in community dynamics possibly linked to the start of summer and increased social activity. Concurrently, drug-related offences fell by 55.6%, with reports dropping from nine to four, a decline that may reflect seasonal patterns or changes in local enforcement priorities. Violent crimes, which accounted for 46.2% of all reported incidents, remained 31% below the UK average, highlighting Rutland's consistently lower rates of serious offences. The sharp increase in public order crimes offers a concrete data point for residents: a 14% rise in disturbances such as anti-social behaviour or disorderly conduct may warrant closer attention from local authorities and community groups.

Rutland's crime rate in June 2024 rose by 9.0% compared to the previous month, moving from 3.8 to 4.1 per 1,000 residents. This increase, while modest, reflects a shift in crime patterns that may align with seasonal transitions. Locally, this translates to approximately six crimes reported each day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 242 residents, a metric that provides a clear sense of the monthly exposure to crime. When considering the population-scaled perspective, Rutland's rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, but the upward trend from May to June suggests a need for continued monitoring. The daily crime count, though low, underscores the persistent presence of crime in the area, particularly in categories such as public order and violence, which may be influenced by the start of the summer season and increased community activity.