Albrighton Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Albrighton’s crime rate in October 2023 stood at 3.3 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 58.8% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This places the area among the safest in the country, though the data reveals a combination of crime types. Violence and sexual offences were the most common category, accounting for 51.9% of all crimes, followed by other theft at 11.1%. This mix contrasts with the UK average, where property crimes typically dominate. The low rate of violent crime—1.7 per 1,000, 37% below the UK average—suggests a broader pattern of safety in Albrighton, possibly linked to its character as a small built-up area within Shropshire. Seasonal factors, such as the transition to darker evenings and the timing of Halloween, may have influenced local activity and crime patterns. The UK average for drugs is 0.2 per 1,000, but Albrighton’s rate of 0.4 per 1,000—100% above the UK average—highlights an outlier in this category. This anomaly, combined with the overall low crime rate, suggests that Albrighton’s crime profile is shaped by a combination of its rural-urban balance and seasonal rhythms. The area’s small population and limited retail or nightlife presence likely contribute to its safety, though the rise in drug-related crimes warrants further attention.

The most striking shift in October 2023 was the 200% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from one to three incidents. This surge, though still below the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000, raises questions about local factors influencing this category. Meanwhile, violent crimes dominated the crime mix, accounting for 51.9% of all incidents, compared to property crimes at 11.1%. This reflects a notable shift toward violent crime, which is 37% below the UK average for this category. Other theft and anti-social behaviour also remained significantly below national levels, with anti-social behaviour at 84% below the UK average. The increase in drugs and the dominance of violence highlight a divergence from typical patterns in Albrighton, where property crimes historically feature more prominently. For residents, the sharp rise in drug-related incidents may warrant awareness, particularly given the seasonal context of Halloween and darker evenings, which could influence local activity.

Albrighton’s crime rate in October 2023 rose by 42.2% compared to the previous month, moving from 2.3 to 3.3 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though significant, still places the area well below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately one crime reported per day in October—a figure that, while low, reflects the small population of 8,183. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 303 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the rarity of crime in Albrighton. This statistic, when contextualised against the area’s population, highlights that most residents are unlikely to encounter crime directly. The shift from September to October may reflect seasonal factors, such as the transition to darker evenings and the timing of Halloween, which could influence local activity patterns and policing priorities. However, the overall low rate remains a consistent feature of Albrighton’s crime profile.