Albrighton Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 8,183, Albrighton recorded 19 crimes in September 2024, translating to a rate of 2.3 per 1,000 residents — 70.1% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This represents a stark contrast to the national picture, where violent and sexual offences alone account for nearly 43% of all reported crimes. In Albrighton, violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, making up 63.2% of the total, with 12 incidents reported. This was followed by anti-social behaviour (10.5%) and burglary (5.3%), though all categories were significantly below UK averages. The seasonal context of September, with back-to-school and university freshers' week, may have influenced patterns, though the low overall volume suggests a stable environment. The town's character as a built-up area within Shropshire — likely a mix of residential and small-scale commercial activity — appears to contribute to the crime profile, where property crimes are rare compared to violent incidents. The data shows no significant clustering of crimes in specific areas, implying a dispersed pattern across the built-up zone. The absence of vehicle crime and theft from the person compared to UK averages may reflect Albrighton's lower population density and fewer high-traffic zones. The month's transition into darker evenings and the start of the academic year may have influenced the nature of crimes, with violence and sexual offences peaking during this period. However, the overall low volume suggests that local factors, such as community cohesion or policing presence, may be contributing to the town's safety profile. This data illustrates that while Albrighton is not immune to crime, its crime rates remain remarkably low compared to the UK average, with a distinct emphasis on interpersonal rather than property-based offences.

September 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns compared to August, with burglary and public order offences both increasing by 100% — from zero to one incident each. This contrasts with a 66.7% decrease in other theft (from three to one) and a 60% reduction in anti-social behaviour (from five to two). The violent crime category remained the most significant, with 12 incidents reported — 43% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. The sharp rise in burglary, despite its overall low volume, may indicate seasonal factors such as increased home occupancy during school terms or targeted opportunities in smaller properties. Public order offences, though minimal, could be linked to the influx of students and the start of the academic year. Anti-social behaviour's decline aligns with the reduction in alcohol-related incidents typically associated with summer evenings. Meanwhile, the absence of vehicle crime compared to the UK average (0.5 per 1,000) suggests fewer parked vehicles in high-risk areas, due to Albrighton's lower population density. For residents, the most concrete takeaway is that violent crimes remain the primary concern, with 63.2% of all reported incidents falling into this category — a figure significantly higher than the UK average for violent offences. This highlights the importance of local initiatives targeting interpersonal conflicts and ensuring community support networks are accessible during the autumn months.

Albrighton's crime rate of 2.3 per 1,000 in September 2024 marked a 20.8% decrease from the previous month's rate of 2.9 per 1,000, reflecting a continued downward trend. On a daily basis, this equates to roughly one crime reported per day — a figure that, while low, provides a tangible sense of the local context. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 431 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the town's relative safety compared to the UK average. For a built-up area of Albrighton's size, this suggests that community policing efforts, local engagement, or the town's geographic character may be playing a role in maintaining low crime levels. The population-scaled perspective reveals that even with 19 crimes, the impact on residents is minimal, with the vast majority of households experiencing no incidents. This contrasts sharply with larger urban centres where higher population density and commercial activity often correlate with increased crime rates. The comparison also highlights the disparity in crime types — while UK averages show a more balanced mix of property and violent crimes, Albrighton's profile is heavily skewed toward violent offences. This could reflect the town's demographics, with a smaller proportion of high-traffic areas that typically drive property-related crimes. The daily crime count, while low, serves as a reminder that even small numbers can have localized impacts, particularly in the context of violent incidents that may affect community cohesion. Overall, Albrighton's data illustrates a unique safety profile, where the combination of low population density, limited commercial activity, and a focus on interpersonal crime prevention appears to contribute to its distinct position relative to national trends.